Possibly moving to Doha! Can I still do nails?

[Gawjus36]

My hubby has just had a job offer that, if accepted, would see us upping and moving from the UK to Dohar!! I currently do mobile nails to fit around my young family. Do any of you fabulous geeks know if I could work out there doing what I do now?
I'm just about to train with Brisa Lite smoothing gel to partner with Shellac and I do L&P and Minx too.

Any input will be gratefully received!! Xxx

 

[Rinn]

Can I be an ignoramus and ask where is Dohar?

 

[Noodle]

Can I be an ignoramus and ask where is Dohar?

LOL Rinn ... Doha is the capital of Qatar.

 

[cheekychick]

Just googled. Qatar?
Haven't got a clue but didn't wanna read & run. Xx

 

[Noodle]

My hubby has just had a job offer that, if accepted, would see us upping and moving from the UK to Dohar!! I currently do mobile nails to fit around my young family. Do any of you fabulous geeks know if I could work out there doing what I do now?
I'm just about to train with Brisa Lite smoothing gel to partner with Shellac and I do L&P and Minx too.

Any input will be gratefully received!! Xxx

According to CND's website, there's a recognised Shellac Salon in Doha, and so I guess that answers your question really.

 

[chrogers]

Hiiii, I'm sorry I can't really help you with your nail question but I thought I would comment.

One of my clients sons has just retired from a very good job in doha, both he and his wife have nothing but good things to say about it.

If you do end up moving good luck, and enjoy!

Jody

 

[Gawjus36]

Thank you for your responses guys, see I can't even spell it correctly!! Very nervous!

 

[geeg]

Alex Fox lives there .... editor of SCRATCH!!!!! lol I'll ask her to reply!

 

[Gawjus36]

Brilliant Gigi, thank you! Things are looking even better!!! 😊

 

[geeg]

Alex will reply ... just give her time to get my message ... she is a very busy lady .. but she is my friend. She will reply. She will help.

 

[Gawjus36]

Thank you 😊

 

[amanda9990]

Hi Gawjus36,

I too am moving to Qatar in March and am a nail technician.

I believe that your hubby can sponsor you to work once he has his work and residence permit - he will be able to get more info from his employer once he starts.

My more pressing question was nail supplies - IPA might prove a problem due to the strict alcohol laws....cleansing in Vodka seems a little extravagant!!! lol x I have posted a question to see whether anyone is aware of where we get supplies from.

When are you moving?

 

[Gawjus36]

Hi Amanda9990,
Thanks for your response x
We only got the job offer yesterday but they want him to start March 15th!!! Needless to say, negotiations are underway! We have three children aged 4, 6, and 8yrs, I can't possibly just pack up and run. We need to do some considerable research before we commit. Feel free to pm me to chat further xxx

 

[Alex Fox]

Hi


I have been living in Doha for 6 years now

yes there is a distributor for CND here- in fact most nail brands are here - look out for a shop on Salwa Road called Nazih for nail and beauty supplies-

Doha is a tiny city - easy to navigate after a few weeks FYI

there are local and expat salons here

however, most expats run a salon from their houses in the compounds

as the pay to work in a salon is not huge here- so you're bound to set up in your home

and you'll find it fruitful as the gel polish manicure is popular here - you'll have a large regular clientele quickly

if you want further , more detailed info- please let's do it over email

email me on [email protected]

and pop over for a cup of tea when you arrive and i'll help you settle in - expats are a truly friendly bunch over here - it is a wonderful life*:green:

i live near Al Waab - Villaggio section of Doha

oh yes- make a note of my phone number then text or call when you're ready - i'm 00974 5559 3152

thanks love Alex

 

[Alex Fox]

OK when researching

check out

DESS (Doha English Speaking School) and Doha British School (DBS)

DESS is the embassy school and great for Brits

DBS is the leading international school - where my 3 children go

check them both out- i can recommend them

hope that helps

please email me with any worries or questions on living in Doha

i am really happy to help

[email protected]

 

[Gawjus36]

Wow, thank you Alex, I will be in touch via email shortly xxx

 

[amanda9990]

Wow, that's a quick turnaround - it's taken us an age to get the work permits and contracts finalised because they want everything legalised including birth certificates, education certificates and marriage certificates. My husband leaves this Saturday :0( and my daughters and I join him on 21st March.

Alex -I will definitely be in touch when I arrive and possibly by email beforehand to firm up a few queries. It will be nice to have another geek to talk to in Doha - all very scarey!!

Thank you for your responses to our queries - it's a relief to know I'm not alone!

x

 

[Mazalash]

I'm loving this thread, my hubby has also been in talks regarding a possible move to Qatar, I wasn't too sure but reading this I might need to do a little more research x