Kabul - Post Report Question and Answers

Can you save money?

Definitely. Most people make approximately 80% above their usual salary. However, with the number of R&Rs this can go fast if one is not careful. - Jun 2014


Yes. Unless you really go nuts on the R&Rs. - Mar 2013


Yes, you can save a lot of mone - Dec 2010


More than anywhere else in the world. - Aug 2010


Yes, but it's variable. It's quite easy to spend lots of money on carpets and jewelry. If you have an apartment and choose to cook at home, your food bill will probably be pretty high. And because life on the compound is kind of deprived, there's a great tendency to spend a ton of money on food, luxury lodging, and shopping while on leave. - Jul 2010


Yes. - Sep 2009


Yes, as long you limit your internet shopping. - Mar 2008


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