MindVentures
Pakistani looking for information about Saudi Arabia
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Pakistani
Lives in Karachi
Speaks English Urdu
Registration: 20 July 2015
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How do I get MOI refund if its not showing in bank accounts. by tangytomm
Hello Guys, I had to apply for family visa, but by mistake I paid fees for Dependent Visa. I need to get the money back. Its 2000 SAR. I had to pay another 2000 SAR for family visa. I have been trying to get refund through the banking portal and ...
Please go to your bank online system. Select the same option of Associate Fee . But instead of payment select refund option. I have done it couple of time.Well have tried that , still the same message. Infact the original fee deposited in 2015 was ... Read More
How do I get MOI refund if its not showing in bank accounts. by tangytomm
Hello Guys, I had to apply for family visa, but by mistake I paid fees for Dependent Visa. I need to get the money back. Its 2000 SAR. I had to pay another 2000 SAR for family visa. I have been trying to get refund through the banking portal and ...
Had a similar situation however for 400 Riyals, initially paid under a wrong option while applying for family visa. Till today I can see the amount in the Absher Public Query Funds as Passport Fee deposited with MOI. However when I try to get ... Read More
travelling to dubai via road from Saudi...can I get on arrival visa by hir4u
Hi, I want to go dubai via road from al khobat to dubai. I am an engineer by profession. Can I get on arrival visa? I heard that now e-visa is also possible. Please suggest me if on arrival visa at border is still available. Thanks.
From what I heard from a friend who went recently it was still 100 -150 SAR or so. Dont know if they jack up the prices during Eid Holidays. I am also planning the same trip to Abu Dhabi via the following route which is supposed to be a bit longer ... Read More
OMGGGG ROBBERY by thegameguru
One of my friends got robbed in Olayah area. He was in a mosque praying and had left his Laptop bag and other stuff and when he comes back he sees the rear door glass shattered and the laptop missing. :( :( What do you friends suggest to do next in ...
Just adding my own experience, got my iphone stolen in E-Max on king abdul aziz road. It happened last sunday and at the same time, there were 03 more females complaining for the mobile theft. Caution: Please lock your device with a security lock ... Read More
Bringing External Harddisk (HDD) - Personal PC - checking and probling by MindVentures
Hello, Although i have read varied opinions everywhere, I am not really able to draw a conclusion. I would appreciate the suggestions from much recent travelers to Riyadh. 1. If i bring my external harddisks in my hand-carry / checked-in luggage , ...
Thanks a lot to everyone who shared his/her views and opinions and responded. Can you please also have a look at my following other two queries , would be great to know all I can before coming over : 1. ... Read More
Bringing External Harddisk (HDD) - Personal PC - checking and probling by MindVentures
Hello, Although i have read varied opinions everywhere, I am not really able to draw a conclusion. I would appreciate the suggestions from much recent travelers to Riyadh. 1. If i bring my external harddisks in my hand-carry / checked-in luggage , ...
Hi, You can bring it and they will not bother you to scan your Ext. HDD.A rather encouraging reply. Is it too good to be true. I have read stories on the forums on the internet which tell a different experience otherwise. Anyone else care to ... Read More
Bringing External Harddisk (HDD) - Personal PC - checking and probling
Hello, Although i have read varied opinions everywhere, I am not really able to draw a conclusion. I would appreciate the suggestions from much recent travelers to Riyadh. 1. If i bring my external harddisks in my hand-carry / checked-in luggage , ... Read More
Riyadh - Best non compound area to stay by rere1980
Hi I will be moving to Riyadh in 3 months time, and looking for an area to live in. My criteria are: - Non compound (we would prefer living with locals - we're practising muslims of Pakistani ethnicity but brought up in UK). - budget: would ...
Would keep the recommendations in mind. I guess housing does depend on a lot of factors, nobody can have the best of everything. I would be looking for : 1. Reasonably secure and mid-scale location. 2. Relative proximity to work location. / ... Read More
International Money Transfers Online - Via Internet Banking
Hello Everyone, From what I have read I can use services like telemoney or Western Union where preferred way is to physically visit thier service center with hard cash and get it transferred. I am looking for the ability to have convenience and do ... Read More