About ozinsaudi

Status:

Expatriate  

Currently Lives:

Australia

Citizen Of:

Australia

Some Forum Posts:

Saudi Arabia: BLACK AMERICAN EXPAT IN SEARCH OF SERIOUS FEMALE COMPANIONSHIP:

Oh there are plenty of women out there. I came back after 2 yrs, you need to go to functions at embassies etc and get onto western compounds. Plenty of lovely ladies in Riyadh

Saudi Arabia: Transportation Allowance:

I have been out of the country for a few months now - but would think that would not be enough if you plan to travel 5 days a week, in and out. It isnt that far - but from memory a trip to and from our compound to Riyahd - a 20 minute trip would cost us 100sr - I know it is Riyahd - but cant imagine prices would be that different. I would research that one carefully - you may find there is a group who do this daily and you can car pool etc.. be careful the sponsors are very creative in doing you out of your money

Saudi Arabia: Compound availability - getting the inside track:

Hey D, YOu are like so many other people. this is a common ploy of the way people are dragged into Saudi - promised the word and given nothing. To all those reading this - be wary - do not accept a position until you know exactly where you are living and do not accept temporary accomm outside of a proper compound. Often the companies have no intention of putting you into a place that costs more. Best thing you can do is contact your emabassy and let them know you are there, find out about any social event - and network, network network.

Saudi Arabia: What to do on weekends in Riyadh?:

Please be advised that this site is frequently monitored by not only the Saudi government but by sponsors also. We had some trouble with listings on here about 12 months ago whre information was read and taken in the wrong manner. Particularly if you are a single female talking to and offering you number to a single/married male no matter how platonic it amy be. I would advise you not to put your mobile number or personal details in your message- you can message privately, but there are some strange people on here - I would hate for you to be harrassed your info used against you. Regards

Saudi Arabia: considering saudi arabia:

You need to make sure you are in a Western compound. contact your embassy and get details of the warden for Riyadh and they will put you on the email list of functions. I would advise you not to accept living outside of a good compound - for security and social issues. there are great Hash groups for walking out in the desert and social events.

Saudi Arabia: Birth control pill:

You can get it over the counter and it is very cheap (well compared to AU$.) I left a couple of months ago and bought home 6 months supply and I was on Microginon. Think they have other brands - but just over the counter at the pharmacy. Along with many other drugs.

Global Expat Forum: Birth control pill in KSA:

I suggest you have a letter form your GP just incase - stating the meds you are on. They didnt check anything like that. In fact dont even think they looked in my cases... they are lazy at times. But having said that be prepared thats all.

Saudi Arabia: 8 year old girls and abaya:

You may not have to cover your hair. I found that there are some areas that it is just easier to cover as everybody will stare. When I visit Taif I noticed that it appeared more "old world" not like Riyadh and Jeddah - so they may follow the old laws closer and yet Riyadh can be very strict. As for your daughter no she does not have to wear the abaya yet - a lot of the little Saudi girls wear them as they want to look ike their mum. If you are in a Souq or market area - you are better to cover your hair. My girlfriend and I were assaulted in a souq in Riyadh and I was fully covered, so remember not to go out without your husband unless to a large shopping mall. Even then take a expat friend, do not seperate from her and be careful.

Saudi Arabia: Today: discussion with a saudi staff nurse:

Fahed - it is so nice of you to offer her assistance. I hope that you will put honest, non sexist opinions on here about nursing in Saudi. Dont forget to tell people about the racism, sexism and lack of respect that is underlying in Saudi hospitals. (and I dont just mean from Saudis themselves but the other groups that run the hospital fromother countries) It would be unfair to give a rosy picture of a work place that is fraught with problems. People going to Saudi to work need to know what they will be confronted with many issues that would not normally have to face.

Saudi Arabia: moving to Riyahd in February.:

HI there - well I suppose I am one of the people who has experienced some rather shocking things in Riyadh - and no they are NOT exagerated. I was assaulted, with a girlfriend... my advice is be very careful, do not become complacent, do stay in groups, dress appropriately and be respectful. I was all of these things and still assaulted, I was yelled at in another souq, by muttawa and witnessed a man masturbating on the side of a busy Riyadh street, with people strolling past. I was in a taxi, with a friend, - I am not exageratting about any of this - so take care, be watchful of your friends and dont become complacent. I still had a great time, but you have to keep your eyes and ears open. Western compounds are safe... hang with your mates.

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