I never thought I will go and
live in Qatar. Actually, right now, I'm still waiting for my plane ticket. A friend helped me apply in
Hamad Medical Corporation. I was called for an interview last June 2012. Employment Offer came last week of July from their partner agency here in the Philippines, which is
Universal Staffing Services. Credential Verification forms were emailed first week of August. The agency then emailed me before All Saints Day, that my VISA IS READY. I was told to report for some paper works and for the Medical. As expected, I am FIT TO WORK. I then went to
ASCOP (Association of Service Contractors of the Philippines) for my
PDOS (Pre Departure Orientation Seminar).
PDOS is a requirement for those who will leave the country for work or migration. In my case, I will leave Philippines and
live in Qatar to work.
PDOS (Pre Departure Orientation Seminar):
During the Orientation, I found out that those who were with me in that Seminar were not all bound to
Qatar. Actually there were only 2 if not 3 of us going to
Qatar. Most of them are going to Saudi Arabia. There were many reminders given, especially on how to respect the Muslims. "We were told not to step on the carpet of a praying Muslim nor pass in front. Never be alone! Wear conservative clothing even in
Qatar. Etc..." I'll soon find out if all those were for real. But respecting other people's belief is a big deal to me too. I definitely respect other people's beliefs.
We also had guest speakers in the
PDOS. A Western Union Representative came to inform us that they have agents in
Qatar. A BPI representative also came to discuss savings. We were given free International ATM Card to be used for savings. Transferring money from specific Qatar banks will only cost P200 per transaction regardless of the amount. An OFW organization also came to inform us that in case we need help, help will be available. Arabic to English Small dictionary is also available at a reasonable price. We were told that Smart Telecommunications has stronger signal so if we want to buy, it is available at a cheaper price. I'll soon find out if Smart Telecomm. is better than Globe Telecomm in
Qatar.
I just received an email from
Universal Staffing Services asking me of my booking preference or if first week of December is fine with me. I'm really impressed with how they deal with applicants.
I have friends and relatives who
live in Qatar. So to them and to
Qatar...
"Here I come!"
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