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Living in Astana

11 years ago
I am interviewing for a job in a school in Astana for next year. The pay is $4,000 a month but I am told I am paid in local currency. How difficult is it to convert that money when traveling? How hard is it to receive care packages from the states? How available are American products in the supermarket? Gotta have my Cheerios and peanut butter. Do I need to be concerned about crime, pollution, health hazards? What should I absolutely bring with me? What is the best way to get there from the states? I don't feel comfortable about the money situation and I am iffy about working in a school that is named after the living president. I am wondering if the totalitarian system isn't really still alive and well there? Any help is appreciated. Thanks.

William Russell
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