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Post by Blueiain on Sept 17, 2011 16:48:32 GMT
o folks
My names Iain, I'm a staff nurse in Newcastle upon Tyne, been working in emergency medicine for 11 years, 6 years as a qualified nurse, I'm looking to move on now, I've heard about Saudi Armco from a few other nurses, I would like to know what's it like to work out in Saudi, is the pay ok, what's the job situation like, where do I apply?, how Many holidays do you get, as I will be leaving my wife in the UK, what's the accomation like, can I use my Uk driving licence, I want either a car or motorbike, are they expensive, sorry to ask loads, been onto the website and they is limited info.
Thanks iain
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Post by vpainter on Sept 18, 2011 18:25:20 GMT
all jobs are applied for online at jobsataramco.com
The only other way to apply is at a job fair which would also be listed on that website.
Once you are in Kingdom, you would get a Saudi driver's license and that happens fairly easy with you having a UK license. A motorbike is ok on camp, but you would not want to ride it outside of camp, it would be too dangerous. Cars, SUV's etc are reasonably priced and you can buy a used car or a new car. Once with Aramco, you have access to the Aramco Classifieds where cars are for sale.
Accommodation for a UK (have a UK passport) bachelor is usually a 1 bedroom townhouse with living area and kitchen, depending on your grade code it can be from 500sq ft to 900sq ft.
Cannot help with your job questions.
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Post by Mr Barlow on Oct 21, 2011 17:37:59 GMT
Just be aware that following a recent high court ruling you may well end up paying UK income tax on your Saudi earnings especially if you have wifey, kids, home etc back in the UK.
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Post by Carolina on Oct 30, 2011 4:43:03 GMT
o
Please disregard what Mr Barlow has just advised as it is completely incorrect.
Kind Regards
Carolina
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Buster
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Post by Buster on Oct 30, 2011 19:09:44 GMT
Probably best to post on the general forums, most people don't check the UK one too much including me. Pay is good because it's tax free. Working life is a little different from home - other nurses would be the best point of reference for exact details. Experiences are individual but mine has been positive. If you're married, you'll get 50 days + a few travel days. You can't use your UK licence here but you can get a direct conversion to a Saudi one after you get your residence permit (iqama) www.toyota.com.sa for some car prices - most people avoid motorbikes on the open roads unless on organised ride outs Cheers Buster |
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Post by Mr Barlow on Nov 2, 2011 20:01:42 GMT
I didn't say explicitly - try reading what I actually said :roll:
The point is the net is gradually closing. The UK is bust and has relatively generous tax provisions for expats and the anticipation is that in the next few years the tax position will reach parity with many other nations and expats with significant ties back home will be taxed.
To be fair I kind of agree. If I were busting my xxxx in the UK paying taxes why should I pay for schooling, child benefit etc for some expat posting on here about how much tax free cash they earn!
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Post by GroveWanderer on Nov 29, 2011 11:05:48 GMT
Actually, although it may be an over-simplification, what Mr Barlow has said is not completely incorrect. The situation is a bit complicated but basically, it is true that recent rulings have clouded the rules on what consutes being non-resident for tax purposes. A simple "counting of days" may not be sufficient any more. The ruling he refers to concerns a professional pilot who, despite only spending 80 days per year in the UK for over ten years, was still judged to be resident for tax purposes because he retained "significant links" to the UK including keeping a family home there and making regular visits, even though these visits did not exceed the previously-accepted threshold. His is an individual case with particular and fairly unusual characteristics but it does seem to challenge the old belief that you could only be liable for tax if you spent more than 91 days per year in the UK. Probably one of the better explanations of this can be found on the link below: www.lowtax.net/lowtax/html/offon/uk/uktax.html |
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Post by Carolina on Nov 30, 2011 7:42:14 GMT
o Grovewanderer
I take it you are from the UK - hence your interest in this important ruling etc.
I have sent to you today a PM on this subject.
Kind Regards
Carolina
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Post by GroveWanderer on Dec 6, 2011 10:46:34 GMT
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Post by Blueiain on Oct 2, 2012 21:25:23 GMT
Well I've gone and applied for a nursing job in A&E, now the waiting begins, 1 of my colleagues had his interview today, so I'm waiting for his feedback on the process, so I hope to see you soon
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