steviehouse
English expat in Bahrain
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About me
English
Lives in Al Juffair, Manama
Speaks English, Dutch
Registration: 22 September 2013
Expat Club Coffee Chat! by Krishire
Hi All! As I'm sure most have you seen lately, I'm working with a MeetUp group to get a monthly gig going. The group is called The Expat Club https://www.meetup.com/Weekends-fun-and-travel-in-Dubai/events/235346935/ The first start up ...
shame its in Seef on a saturday evening. Might turn up if I'm able to Read More
Pets in Bahrain
I have a Jack Russell puppy, 6 months old. got her in Bahrain from an expat who has Jack Russells and regularly lets them have puppies Read More
Driving in bahrain by Shammiroshan
I am in bahrain on a visit visa.i have valid uae driving licence can i drive with that.and for how long.
if you are here on a visit visa, you can drive with your UAE license as long as your visa is valid, but if you are transferring to work visa and getting residence, once you have residence you should be driving with a bahrain license. although there ... Read More
Tyres for my car by GuestPoster95685
So... should I get a new set of tyres in Bahrain or in Saudi? Anyone know the best places to get these fitted in either Bahrain or Khobar? I have a set of Toyo brand tyres which have done really well considering the car is 3 years old and has done ...
typically tyres are cheaper in Saudi than Bahrain but quality of service is usually better in Bahrain. I find RMK tyres and Tyre Plus (both in Bahrain) to have very good service and well priced tyres. Just last week had tyres changed at RMK in ... Read More
Buying a car from Dubai shipping to Bahrain? by hmalij
Anyone did this and is the process difficult?
Not sure on the exact process but my colleague has just done this. Of course the car must not be older than 5 years and you must have all appropriate documents and export licenses etc. The car of my colleague took 1-2 weeks to arrive by road ... Read More
CPR/Residency by dadofduck
Hi, I have a job starting in Al Khobar and my Wife has a job starting in Bahrain. We plan on living in Bahrain along with our Daughter who is 6 years old. The company my Wife will be working for are having difficulty organising sponsorship for ...
My Colleague, working in Saudi and Living in Bahrain has just brought his family over from home. As he is sponsored by a company in KSA, the family first had to come to KSA and obtain Iqama for all family members. Once you have an Iqama you can ... Read More
buying a car in Bahrain by flying_circus
Hi, so far I've been renting a car for past 2 years, and now decided it's time to stop throwing significant amount towards rental place, and put the same amount into buying a car with loan. So, I'm after a car that is big enough to fit 2 ...
Ramadan is usually the best time to buy New with the best deals, but there can be other decent deals at other times Read More
Driving in Bahrain by joshua.holland
Hi, My partner and I will be moving to Bahrain in August. I have been learning to drive but have not yet passed, and will be unable to do so before we move (due to no test dates being available before we leave). Is it possible for me to do a ...
I would strongly advise, as others have, to pass the test in the uk before coming to Bahrain. If you do, then once you are here all you need to do is submit your uk license and they will convert it to a Bahraini one for a small fee. Read More
fine for overstaying by suhraaz
My cousin' visa got expired and he has got a new offer but previous company did not cancel his visa .Now its two months since hus visa got expired. Now he wants to go back to india.what will be the fine he has to pay in airport for ...
from my experience of my friends you have to pay 50BD per month that you are overstayed. This is based on the normal cost of 25BD per two weeks for extending your visa or a new arrival visa. However I have read news recently that the Visa cost for ... Read More
Getting a causeway book for travel via the Saudi - Bahrain causeway by GuestPoster95685
Just did this today so thought I'd post the details in case it's useful. The whole process takes about 5 minutes if you do your photocopying in advance. NB: this is for commuters who have Saudi residence (iqama/muqeem) and employment but ...
Your employer in Saudi should also be able to help. I asked my Government Representative office in my company about the Causeway book and they arranged everything for me after providing the necessary copies of passport, visa and iqama and a photo. Read More
A Must See PS4 Debut..!! by 3dnan
So here is a link of what PS4 can do (maybe like, this is just 1% of it).. but have to say, it is quite the thing!! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9hUUsqhetX4 So.. Anyone coming from US? i need one badly!!! (drooling)
as much as I want PS4, I'm not buying until I finish GTA5. Read More
Expenses from saudi to dubai?
you can get flights for about 400SAR from flydubai.com They have a promotion on until end of november I'm not sure on Visa, but I think for your nationality you will. Read More
PS3 Gamers! gathering? by Animex
Hello and welcome! planning to start a gamers topic! as i can not live without gaming it seems.... we could do a gathering for gamers around! so i would like to meet & discuss stuff around gaming etc... to make things exciting here we could start ...
big thanks to Animex for helping me get my hands on a copy of GTA 5 Read More
New comer in Jubail - any romanians on this site by mmm RO
Hi, I am from Romania, and I am just arrived in KSA - Jubail working in the oil bussines. Are there any Romanians on this site, and if there are I would like to exchange thoughts and maybe make this stay away from my family as pleasant as can ...
welcome to Jubail ce faci? I have a few romanian friends, but all still in europe Read More
Looking for a Halloween party in KSA! by Weezzy
Hi everyone! Ive recently moved to Saudi, and instantly regret my decision. Although in the mean time, I heard that there are parties and fun in Aramco or other big compounds; therefore I would really like to visit Aramco! Is there anyone here ...
I was also in Bahrain for Halloween. I try to get to Bahrain once a weekend to relieve the stress Read More
Al Jude 2 compound by Stu13
Hi first post so a bit of info first. I have been offered a job with Sadara in Jubail. I have accepted subject to the standard things like medical etc so expect to be travelling over early next year. Been told I will be provided with accommodation ...
I'll have a go at asking my colleagues. I've only been here little over a month myself Read More
How long do you intend to work in Saudi? by vramakr
Guys, Im opening this thread to know exactly how long does one plan to work in Saudi max say ur contract gets renewed every 2 years? My plan is minimum 3 years and maximum 4 years. How about the rest?
i'm here only on a short assignment for 4 months, retaining my contract with my employer back home. I could be tempted to move out here for longer if the offer was right Read More
Al Jude 2 compound by Stu13
Hi first post so a bit of info first. I have been offered a job with Sadara in Jubail. I have accepted subject to the standard things like medical etc so expect to be travelling over early next year. Been told I will be provided with accommodation ...
as far as google search goes, I can only find Al Jude Village Compound. Nothing about a second one or number '2' In any case, here is the website for Al Jude what I could find. If you are staying there it is only about 1.5km along the road from my ... Read More
What is your favorite Torrent? by Alliecat
My favorite, ISOHUNT, is no more, closed down :sosad:
i normally used to used piratebay until it was blocked in NL I now use kickass.to (formerly kat.ph) Really good torrent site Read More
Any Al Ventura neighbors??? by JST4FUN
Just got in Wed and getting settled in. So is there anyone here from the Al Ventura Compound??
I'm about 1.4km from Al Ventura compound, in Rezayat Compound just along the road. From the website your compound looks 100 times better than mine. Read More
Looking for Prada
Can anyone help me find Prada ladies bags and wallets in Bahrain? I looked in Bahrain City Center and found nothing. Can anyone suggest anywhere else so I don't have to scour every mall in the city? Read More
PS3 Gamers! gathering? by Animex
Hello and welcome! planning to start a gamers topic! as i can not live without gaming it seems.... we could do a gathering for gamers around! so i would like to meet & discuss stuff around gaming etc... to make things exciting here we could start ...
sounds like a plan, let me know when you are willing and able to go, and we can make an arrangement Read More
PS3 Gamers! gathering? by Animex
Hello and welcome! planning to start a gamers topic! as i can not live without gaming it seems.... we could do a gathering for gamers around! so i would like to meet & discuss stuff around gaming etc... to make things exciting here we could start ...
I'm still here lol I'm here until January my only concern would be getting there. I'm not exactly well known with the roads and the city. (I can get to Bahrain though, thats most important :P ) Read More
Best time to cross the causeway by steviehouse
I'm going to Bahrain across the causeway tomorrow for a few nights. I was planning to go around lunch time 12pm-1pm tomorrow but my colleague is telling me this will be a disaster already. He says I should go tonight after 10pm or tomorrow morning ...
I'll check it out but I only have a local sim for calling. There is no roaming or data on it so can't check or update when there. I can only check before I leave and it takes me 1hr15 to get there from Jubail Read More
Best time to cross the causeway by steviehouse
I'm going to Bahrain across the causeway tomorrow for a few nights. I was planning to go around lunch time 12pm-1pm tomorrow but my colleague is telling me this will be a disaster already. He says I should go tonight after 10pm or tomorrow morning ...
I have an android phone. Is the app Eljisir? Read More
Best time to cross the causeway by steviehouse
I'm going to Bahrain across the causeway tomorrow for a few nights. I was planning to go around lunch time 12pm-1pm tomorrow but my colleague is telling me this will be a disaster already. He says I should go tonight after 10pm or tomorrow morning ...
well i arrived at checkpoint island around 9:30 and it took me 1h15 to get through. That wasn't so bad. On the way back it only took 30mins I'm going again this weekend so hopefully it will be similar or better Read More
PS3 Gamers! gathering? by Animex
Hello and welcome! planning to start a gamers topic! as i can not live without gaming it seems.... we could do a gathering for gamers around! so i would like to meet & discuss stuff around gaming etc... to make things exciting here we could start ...
well its over the expected delivery date and still no package from Amazon. Seems my GTA5 is lost. They told me to wait until 23rd October before they will declare it lost and refund me. Anyone can get me a copy of GTA5 in Saudi? and how much will ... Read More
Jubail life
Sorry I can't help much with experience about life here, I've only been here for 1 month myself and I don't have and kids and my wife is not with me here. Anywhere you go outside, a woman has to be covered. Not 100% sure about on the compounds ... Read More
Best time to cross the causeway
I'm going to Bahrain across the causeway tomorrow for a few nights. I was planning to go around lunch time 12pm-1pm tomorrow but my colleague is telling me this will be a disaster already. He says I should go tonight after 10pm or tomorrow morning ... Read More
How can someone go to bahrain as a tourist? by suribhai
Hi, One of my friend would like to travel to Bahrain as tourist. So please someone help me with info, what things are required to get a tourist visa? and does Bahrain give visa on arrival? As like Dubai? Please help me with some info. Thank you
I believe if you have an Iqama in Saudi Arabia, you can get a visit visa for maximum 2 weeks on the causeway Read More
cell phones by stressedmom
I am looking into getting a new smartphone. Any insight into which you all feel works better here in the KSA & back in the United States? Our plan is through Mobily. So far people in the States recommend HTC or Iphone (really don't want the ...
I don't think it matters much as to which will work better here or in the US, pretty much all smartphones should work all over the world, more simply personal preference as to what you want is the key. After changing to android last year from ... Read More
PS3 Gamers! gathering? by Animex
Hello and welcome! planning to start a gamers topic! as i can not live without gaming it seems.... we could do a gathering for gamers around! so i would like to meet & discuss stuff around gaming etc... to make things exciting here we could start ...
I would love to connect to the store but i'm in a compound that limits the connected devices to the wired internet to 1 device. They even check on MAC address so I can't connect my ps3 to the internet. plus I kinda want a retail version, ... Read More
PS3 Gamers! gathering? by Animex
Hello and welcome! planning to start a gamers topic! as i can not live without gaming it seems.... we could do a gathering for gamers around! so i would like to meet & discuss stuff around gaming etc... to make things exciting here we could start ...
If I had known that sooner I would have taken you up on the offer. 'doh Read More
PS3 Gamers! gathering? by Animex
Hello and welcome! planning to start a gamers topic! as i can not live without gaming it seems.... we could do a gathering for gamers around! so i would like to meet & discuss stuff around gaming etc... to make things exciting here we could start ...
it's out here if you know where to look, but because it's officially banned it's hard for a new guy with no knowledge of the area to find. I've just ordered it from Amazon so hopefully that will get through customs Read More
PS3 Gamers! gathering? by Animex
Hello and welcome! planning to start a gamers topic! as i can not live without gaming it seems.... we could do a gathering for gamers around! so i would like to meet & discuss stuff around gaming etc... to make things exciting here we could start ...
well i'm in saudi now, brought my ps3 with me together with The Last of Us, hopefully getting a copy of GTA5 soon, wish me luck Read More
New Guy
Hi everyone, New guy in Jubail here. I arrived a week ago and will be staying until January 2014. Originally from the UK but now working and living in The Netherlands since 2000. Hopefully I can find some friends to pass the time while here in ... Read More