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Any Singaporeans in Doha?
Hiya!
My husband and I will be relocating to Doha before the end of the year from Singapore. Would be great to meet up with fellow singaporeans or anyone who would like to meet up with us (fellow newbies or folks who have been in Doha for a while). We are looking for a place to stay too, either an apartment or villa. We can't wait to get there!
pudding said
i am going there ... ......i be heading to Doha before end of the year too. just accepted a job there. there is no singapore embassy there. if u wish to meet up here in singapore that would be great..do e-mail me suwarni/-a-t-/yahoo.com
hope to ya from ya... :)
antiqueknot said
I'm from Singapore! :) ...I'm from Singapore! :) Doha's a really nice place, it reminds me a lot of Singapore (especially the malls). Be sure to stock up on some Singaporean food before coming here, though. :P
sclarke said
hello ...Hiya!
Am so gonna miss my b--i kicap etc.... but am sure I will find something else to tickle my tastebuds! Where in doha do you live?
antiqueknot said
Haha, I was in India for two ...Haha, I was in India for two years and couldn't find anything even remotely close to singaporean food, but it's really not that bad over here. You still have a pretty good selection of instant noodles. :) I live in Al Hilal.
novita77 said
visit thai snack or central ...visit thai snack or central restaurant if you missed singapore food. Won't be the same, but close :-)
mcaveline said
Red Dotters in Doha ...hello
For more info on singaporeans in Doha, pls subscribe to
http://groups.google...
we've jus done up the link for easier email distribution.
hope to see you soon at one of our events.
p/s: buy prima taste boxes.
cheerios
samantha herman
ronniegan said
On the way ...Hi...I am on the way there..haha. Will arrive just after the hols...Hope to meet up with u guys soon
sclarke said
Thanks guys! ...Hiya!
Thanks you guys! Can't wait to get there and maybe we can meet up for makan or something. Try to cook some Singapore dishes.... that should be interesting! Ha!
mcaveline said
Team Singapore Dinner in Qatar ...hi fellow Singaporeans!!
just wanna check if u guys will be in town (Doha) between 1-15 Dec 2006?
There will be a dinner event organised by Singapore Sports Council (ahem..and yours truly) to commemorate the Doha Asian Games and welcoming fellow supporters in Qatar...the Red Dotters!!
Our ministers will be coming down as well!
oh by the way..hehe DPM, Minister of State & Minister of Foreign Affairs are down in Qatar liao..yippee!! The Red Dotters are meeting up with them on Tuesday nite..
eh not bad le..we don't get to see them in Singapore but see them in little Doha!
even MM came down in January..few of those in Red Dotters managed to meet up with him for a chit chat *get to know Qatar better* session..
so are u guys coming down?
not sure how u're gonna contact me but perhaps leave a msg here?
or check out our gmail group? its in one of the above msgs lah..
SSC will even be giving the Red Dotters, tee shirts and flags to support the athletes during the games..and the lovely new addition to the tai tai clan can be i/c of cooking up super duper dishes..ehhehe *droolz*
anyhow, enough la..long story..get back to me on that yea?
ciao fellow singaporeans!
angelwings said
any one available for work ...We have some hostessing jobs with seriously good renumeration, involving working during the asian games for two weeks. Only Oriental features needed. If you or anyone you know may be interested, please give me a call on 5206824.
Thanks,
Angelwings
Rah in Doha said
Hello SClarke & Pudding! ...There's a number of Singaporeans now in Doha. I'm just one of the many:) Still very very new to this place - arrived on 3rd Oct'06. I think you will like this place - a lot of old and new sites to visit.
Kind of remind you of Malaysia in the 70s or 80s in some parts of Doha. So far, the city has appealed to me; safe, peaceful and quite an awe with the way constructions are going on here.
Hey, let me know if you need some quick info n see if I could be of any assistance.
Email me at rah_dinora/-a-t-/yahoo.com
satria said
I am from spore too ...just put me in the emailing list. My wife will be here soon but not that soon. Probably after the new year...
Me staying at cuscade north at Abu Hamour area...
put me in the list leh...
my email is koacs/-a-t-/camerondiv.com
believe half ofd what you see and nothing of what you hear
satria said
cannot get into this members email leh.. ...believe half ofd what you see and nothing of what you hear
mcaveline said
bring in the singaporeans!! ...ok guys, there will be a dinner with PM Lee end of this mth.
To stay connected with all events, please subscribe to http://groups.google...
SINGAPOREANS & their Spouses ONLY! SG Citizens and PRs.
sorry ah, not been checking in here for the past month.
(about to send off an email to the email addresses said above - at last we're able to keep in touch)
ciao!
Katong chick..ahhaahah (so corny)
TransitNation said
hello there Singaporeans ...Hi all of you, I have been here for the past 3 and a half years and i believe I was the 3rd Singaporean in this country, so its really nice to hook up with people who are more or less born in KK Hospital!
I would like to be in touch and you guys can email me ms_varman/-a-t-/yahoo.com.
Regards,
satria said
where have you been?? 3.5 yrs... ...believe half ofd what you see and nothing of what you hear
novita77 said
singaporean in Doha :-) ...so who is the 1st and 2nd? I used to know a singaporean lady married to a norwegian, now they move to Bahrain. And another singaporean lady married to chinese american living in Al messilah. The next singaporean i know both husband and wife from Singapore and he works for QP.
fc1yrg said
Hey, I am a Malaysian - Can ...Hey, I am a Malaysian - Can I join? PLs email me on yrg02/-a-t-/yahoo.co.uk.
Been in Doha for only 3 weeks. My prison sentence here is for 4 years. One good advise of you come from Singapore - bring a large supply of Prima Singapore Laksa paste!!
I sure missed that!!
R
fc1yrg said
Hey, I am a Malaysian - Can ...Hey, I am a Malaysian - Can I join? PLs email me on yrg02/-a-t-/yahoo.co.uk.
Been in Doha for only 3 weeks. My prison sentence here is for 4 years. One good advise of you come from Singapore - bring a large supply of Prima Singapore Laksa paste!!
I sure missed that!!
R
satria said
double post lah deh... ...believe half ofd what you see and nothing of what you hear
keidotla said
Next stop Qatar ...I am from Sinagpore too,going over to Doha in June. Put me on the mailing list.I am also looking for accomodation. Any advice on good place to stay.
jojo said
No group named Dohareddotters ...Hi
The link you have there is broken? is there a typo somewhere?
http://groups.google...
novita77 said
try to call Annie Tan : ...try to call Annie Tan : 5209294, she is the secretary of the group. I guess she is going home to singapore this summer.
fxlin said
Can I play..... ...My dear singaporeans,
Come july, I would've been in Doha for 2.5 yrs...Count me in on any social gatherings...Email address: fangxing.lin/-a-t-/vetco.com
shreeya said
Could I get some info about singapore? ...Hello dear Singaporeans,
My brother has got an offer for a sales job from a company manufacturing heat exchangers in S'pore.
Could you pl. give me some info. on Singapore:
1>What is the approx. rent for a studio apartment?
2>What are the monthly household expense for small family - husband ,wife and 10 yr old kid.
3>Is there an Indian School over there? What are the school fees?
4>What is the personal income tax structure in Singapore?
Thanks a lot in advance.
Shreeya.
randr88 said
I am a ... ...I am a wealthy Singaporean scientist
shreeya said
Tell me about Singapore ...Please give me a reply as this information is critical for taking the decision for him.
novita77 said
1. 6 yrs ago in Singapore we ...1. 6 yrs ago in Singapore we live in 2 bedroom condominium in Sin Ming Plaza and the rent about 1.700 SGD
2. Depend how much you eat out or eat in. But food in singapore is very cheap. You can find food court nearly everywhere walking distance from where you live. Our electric and phone bill around 200 SGD monthly.
3. There is all sorts of school in Singapore ... but no idea about the cost since we have no kids when we lived there.
4. Income tax the more you earn the more you pay the tax. I remembered my husband have to pay 18 percents income tax.
Hope this helps :-)
shreeya said
Thanks, Novita. But still I ...Thanks, Novita. But still I think 4000 SGD is a not-so-good offer as on date. What do you think?
novita77 said
4000 SGD ...I guess if you looking for an HDB to rent it would be cheaper than private condominium (i have no idea how much though).
Mind you during my past life in Singapore ... i work in local hotel ... my work mate only earn 1.100 SGD ... with 3 kids in tow ... they are surviving.
Try to post your question here :
http://britishexpatriates...
I think you will have more up to date answer. :-) Good luck!
Mystica said
hmmm Singapore ...In Singapore everything is fine! that's all I know I swear!
You throw rubbish on the Street? you'll get fine!
you spit on the Street? you'll get fine!
you puke on the Street? you'll get fine!
Hmmm what else? hmmm! etc! just can't think right now! I'm a bit dizzy already! ;-)
Before you embark on a journey of revenge, dig 2 graves...
satria said
fx ...Bro, at last you posted...
believe half ofd what you see and nothing of what you hear
Ravinreddy said
Hi Dear Singaporeans, I am ...Hi Dear Singaporeans,
I am Singaporean too. I will be working in Doha from 1st September 2007. Pls add me on the mailing list. I am also looking for accommodation and friends to hang out. Any advice on good place to stay. My mailing address is paperjoy2000/-a-t-/yahoo.com.sg
roseingreek said
Travelling to Doha ...Hi Guys
I have been to Doha twice and will be there for a couple of times in the coming months.
I'll be there from 6th to 10th Jan next and if anyone is up for a drink, message me.
Btw I tried logging on to the redotters link but not getting through.
Have fun!
wongkahmeng said
qatar first time ...I am a chinese singaporean and will be going to Qatar for a 6 months assignment in the north, Ras laffan.
Any kind advice from all of you and would be much appreciated.
Any good pub for weekend outing.
charansoi11 said
I am a Singapore PR and ...I am a Singapore PR and living here for past 3 + years. don't expect the kind of 4 floors of holes (Orchad Towers)here:) og Karoke's :)or Joo Chat Road Type. contact me when you here Iwill show you the bar scene here.
Of course you have to buy drinks for me and one waring for you.
I can drink a lot:)
charansoi11 said
The Project Manager for a ...The Project Manager for a malaysian Company doing two big Steel erections is a Singapore PR and drinking buddy as well.
swissgirl39 said
Charan ...you`ll take him to Orions???For a couple of drinks????
:-D
Well,i think you know why i am smiling here.
A Qatar Newbee with Charan at Orions.
Loooooooooooooooooooool.
;-D
charansoi11 said
Swissgirl - Don't spoil my ...Swissgirl - Don't spoil my reputation.
charansoi11 said
Swissgirl - i want to ...Swissgirl - i want to discuss with him the construction of new casinos near Raffel's Place MRT and Sentosa Island:)
swissgirl39 said
Charan ...smile.spoil your reputation?never ever!!!!you are the best!!!!
Hope DaRuDe will not read it.
;-D
satria said
ha?? ...believe half ofd what you see and nothing of what you hear
BOGSTER74 said
HI ALL...SINGA'S ...HI ALL...APA MACAM SEMUA....:)
looks like ther are singa's in Qatar.....well another Singa might or might not be going up there...still nego'ing wif "them" there..if everithing goes smooth me n family will be there.......
EMAIL:rfnh74/-a-t-/yahoo.com.sg
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BOGSTER74 said
yooohuuuuuuuu........ ...yooohuuuuuuuu.........hehehe
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BOGSTER74 said
yoooooohuuuuuuuu..hehehe ...yoooooohuuuuuuuu..hehehe
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terencechan said
Need advice from fellow Singaporeans on working in Qatar ...Dear fellow Singaporeans,
I've just been offered a job in Qatar and would like to know what is the usual salary range and package, and also preferably the following
-working culture
-housing options
and anything I've missed out.
One issue i might have is as I'm currently engaged but not married in the eyes of Singapore law, what are the options available to me. I believe it's not possible for an unmarried couples to be staying together in Qatar. Do correct me if i'm wrong.
Anyone with advice might email me /-a-t-/ terence.mk/-a-t-/gmail.com . i look forward to your advice.
Triple8 said
Welcome to Doha Terence ...Hi,
This is a Muslim country, unlike Singapore, so be prepared to observe some islamic rules and law here.
I am not working so I dont know the working culture here, but you should know working anywhere in the world is all the same. "Office politic" is unavoidable anywhere, it exists just like any politic.
Here the weekend is Friday and Saturday. As for housing it depends on your income, big money , big house, small money , small house.
As for food, nothing compared to Singapore , so bring as much as you can - but only permissible food.
If you are not lawfully married and intent to bring your fiancee. how are you going to sponsor her - on what relationship?
Anyway be prepared for many other inconvenience as compared to Singapore's efficiency - you just have to accept it.
Goodluck ,
terencechan said
Thanks! I received an offer ...Thanks! I received an offer from Qatar Airways, and the pckage it seems to me to be very low.
A 10k package
Basic of 5k
Housing of 2k
Supplementary income of 3k
Now the phone call from them was kinda fuzzy, i didn't catch if it's in QAR or otherwise. But i shall assume it is as QAR. If so I think it is very low. What are your views on this?
We will be getting married soon , just that the date is not fixed. If we are married before I accept the job I suppose I will be bringing her as a lawfully wedded wife. :)
janeyjaney said
hm... ...It also depends on your fiance's salary and compensation.
Housing here is a tad bit expensive.. A good flat is roughly around QR8,000 semi-furnished. So, you have to scope around really hard.
I've been in Doha since 2006 and I can't wait to leave! YAY!!
Not to burst your bubble or anything but I guess it's time to move on and part ways with Doha -town. ;)
terencechan said
Well assuming my fiance ...Well assuming my fiance can't get a job in Qatar, that means it's definitely a much worst off move.
I don't suppose QR2k will get me a room hahaha. Well I guess I have to wait for documentation to be here before i can decide to accept or not.
Triple8 said
Well Terence, ...If its QAR 10k, you might as well stay put in Singapore. If its SD10k, you can think twice and if US10k then go for it ha ha....
terencechan said
Darn! Singtel, I couldn't ...Darn! Singtel, I couldn't hear the other party properly, but i guess it's my fault for not asking more in details.
UltraViolet said
Email them ...If you can't hear them, email them to check on the benefits and salary information.
Important thing to consider, is try to get co. accomodation.
Transport is cheap and you can buy cars without COE as in Singapore.
Overall salary must consider CPF contribution - ee+emplyr percentage - coz' they don't provide pension benefits here.
You decide.
terencechan said
Thanks Ultraviolet, for ...Thanks Ultraviolet, for reminding me about considering CPF contribution.
My current salary is about SGD4,000. so I guess i should use this together with employer's contribution as a base for negotiation.
I will definintely be in contact with them especially asking for a black and white copy of the offer.
Can i just confirm with you guys if the exchange rate is 1 QAR = 0.378756 SGD.
If so i would think that the offer is really low.
BOGSTER74 said
Hi all....... ...Hows evry1there....gd in health and everithing?...
.the thread been so quiet for some time n its cummin back alive ya....:thumbs Up
so ani1 missed nasi lemak,rota prata or bak ku teh...hehehe......
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Triple8 said
Hello fellow ...Singaporean, hope all of you here do received your GST offset from our government. Dont forget to check as it will given at the end of this month to all Singaporean.
I have checked and will be receiving mine end of this month. If you do receive yours also happy spending in Doha......
BOGSTER74 said
GST Offset ...Hi All
i'll update all of u soon once its in ya as i m now in SG.....
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Jooze said
terence - come see to find out ...Factor in buying a car too. A must - Can't get around without one. Brand new 2.4L Honda Accord only QR78k. Most people here buy 4x4.
Calling karwa cabs troublesome but now very reliable. There is bus service but so far never heard of any s'porean taking bus.
Petrol is dirt cheap - only QR80cents per litre. Imagine its now $2.30 in S'pore.
Food wise, just go Thai Snacks or Asian Traditional (thai/chinese), Lahore (briyani), Moon Palace (sushi), Indonesian nasi pandang (near museum R/A) and many more.
For travel - go round the region. Jordan and Oman are nice. Flying to India is cheap too. Spain and Europe is not far away too. Just try to go on a holiday during summer (hot like hell). If into desert - its an experience - sand dune bashing, desert bike, night sky super clear with lots of stars. beaches are clean and water is clear unlike East Coast - not crowded too.
Housing - old apts slightly better cos things are working. New ones lots of things may still not be there.
All things - here inflation is 13% so if paid in Qr, money gets smaller and smaller unless they unpeg from USD.
BOGSTER74 said
HI all ...Hi all
any1 has contact for housing to share wif me?
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charansoi11r said
what kind of info you need. ...what kind of info you need. if you like to stay in Wakra there will be a new compond comprising Villas and Apartments opening on 01 May 2008.
DaRuDe said
here ...http://www.qatarlivi...
ICU said
I have a lot of Singaporean friends here ...Dont worry, there are lots of good singaporeans here. I can introduce you guys. They were lovely people.
BOGSTER74 said
.... ...ICU thanks ya....ICU later wen me arrive there....hehehe
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chiefsittingbull said
LOL ICU ...only guys?????? no gal???????? LOL
Slayer said
.......... ...halo halo halo...how r u singaporeans and others doing in qatar...i'wll be there soon....yippyyyyyyyyyyyyyy
Slayer said
.... ...Hi all Morng.....
pls do add me up ok....
BOGSTER74 said
.......... ...ICU.......where r u........:)
BOGSTER74 said
........ ...Hi All
Well can i get some info/guidance on nursery and schools pls..
i have a 2 yr/nursery and 6yr/K2 old boys,
so parents,which schools/nursery do you put your kids in?Where do i start?
as for now i'll be going to qatar 1st den the family
Much appreciated on the info given....:)
Cheers
BoGSter
Daniel.Depp said
No use of Singlish here OK ...No use of Singlish here OK lah :)
Daniel.Depp said
And you must be in your ...And you must be in your Kiasu best when you meet fellow Sillyporean here :)
BOGSTER74 said
........ ...so any1 one here can help me with the enquiries above pls
Triple8 said
Dear Bogster74 one thing at ...Dear Bogster74 one thing at a time please, be in Doha first then look for a nursery and school here. Anyway most schools here will require your child to sit for an entrance test before enrollment, which I understand is not so tough for our standard.
BOGSTER74 said
........ ...Hi 888
thanks for your advise.
btw how long is the waiting list for the schools roughly?
So for a 6yr old going to primary 1 next year, is equal to which grade in a british standard school in qatar?
well i m trying to get them in qatar asap b4 year end..is it possible?
Regards
Bogster
Triple8 said
Sorry for late reply, ...Infact there are so many schools here. If you want British standard then maybe you can try Cambridge School or probably you called our Embassy for some recommendation of schools.
From what I learn from my neighbours the waiting list normally depends on the availability of vacancies of the school. I also understand the children here starts school at aged 6 instead of aged 7 as in Singapore.
What is best I think you get the information from our Embassy and email which ever school you want and try to register with them before your children arrived.
Good luck!
whoami said
you know Qatari's also say ...you know Qatari's also say 'La' at the end of sentences :P
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Daniel.Depp said
whoami ...Is that so Meh ?
chiefsittingbull said
Hahahahahahahahhaha......... ...Then Qatari must oso be Singaporean lorr......
BORN TO BOWL...........FORCED TO WORK
BOGSTER74 said
.......... ...aiyah dun be like dat leh.....
muahahahaka
BOGSTER74 said
.......... ...Hi all,
Need info's on what thing/items to bring along as i m flying up there...u may either pm me or give info here....
give me some tips/advice for me......
Thanks in advanceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee.....
Bogster
Daniel.Depp said
Bring some Kiasu Teh Tarek:) ...Bring some Kiasu Teh Tarek:)
Kanu08 said
Hi all... ...I've been living in Doha for the past 2.5 years and now serving the rest of 6 months....ROD lioa.....
Triple8 said
Wah lucky you Kanu08, my son ...Wah lucky you Kanu08, my son says the best thing is life for him was his ROD in NS ha ha ha, as for us its ROD from Doha lah ..... aiyoh we have another 1.5 years lor -tak boleh than lah....
BOGSTER74 said
............. ...wah u people ROD mood eh....i jus abt to be enlisted...lol...
so pls give some tips on what to bring/pack over b4 i fly there.....plssssssss
Triple8 said
Bogster74, what are u ...Bogster74, what are u refering to food or clothing or what. If clothing dont forget winter clothing also, we have very cold winter here but when it comes to food, it depends if you are malay, chinese or indian. Different races have different type of food to bring. If you can tell me what race you are, then maybe I can help.
checkers said
Hi Triple8 ...Hi Triple8 and all, I'm so relieved and happy to know that there are so many fellow Singaporeans in Qatar. 7 more weeks before I leave and I was already starting to get a little homesick and scared. I know Bogster is also leaving in early July - I'll be there on 18th July myself. It'll be really useful if you can tell us what essential stuff to bring! I'm thinking like my Darlie toothpaste, some chinese ointment I always use, a coat or two and sweaters and mum was just telling me to buy pre-packed 3 in 1 herbal tea etc. Is that really necessary? I'm Chinese and I really am gonna miss my Ba Kut Teh here in Singapore.
Oh! And please add me for any social events. It'll be so nice to know you're surrounded by people you're familiar with! Thanks everyone! =D
Triple8 said
Hi Checkers, If you are ...Hi Checkers,
If you are chinese then you can bring your ba kut teh spices and cooked with mutton here (no pork) here. If you do cook then bring ikan bilis, dry prawn, taucheo, dry tauhu & others. Sauces are available here. As for toothpaste, there are so many here. Dont bring. You can find x oil and vicks here but not chinese ointment. Bring your own herbal tea but most important dont forget to bring Nin Jom Pei Pa Koa, its very necessary in this hot weather. As for medicine there is tons here, not to worry.
John_in_the_Dessert said
My Prima Paste is on the way... ...Hello fellow Singaporeans,
Its good to see that the last posted comments were only hours ago! And that a Singaporean community exists here in Qatar.
I'm just off the 'boat' here in Doha... and feeling quite out of my element.
I understand there is a website called "redspotters.com" a forum for the SG community, but I can't seem to find it. Can anyone help me?
Anyway, drop me a note if any of you care to go for a drink!
Trading Bak Kut Teh for SANDwiches
BOGSTER74 said
........ ...Hi John
I believed you are refering to redotters.com..pls do correct me if i m wrong ya....
Bogster
BOGSTER74 said
...................... ...Hi Checkers
My ticket will be ready roughly on 12th july latest...:)
Bogster
BOGSTER74 said
...................... ...Hi 888
Well i m a normal malay guy...
If abt food i ok ok 1, but worried on clothes etc..as i will b there for abt 3-6mths n fly back to sg to fetch my family back to qatar...any advice on this also?
btw when is winter roughly?
Bogster