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Community advice  >  Living and Working in Aberdeen - When you arrive in Aberdeen

When you arrive in Aberdeen

Transport

Travel throughout Aberdeen is relatively simple due to a comprehensive network of bus routes and services operated by First. Information on bus timetables can be obtained by contacting:

First
Tel 01224 650065
website: www.firstaberdeen.co.uk or
By visiting their travel centre on Union Street, Aberdeen.

Emergency Services

In case of emergency the services of the Fire Brigade, Ambulance, Police and Coastguard can be obtained by dialling 999.

Medical Services

Health care in Aberdeen is available through the National Health Service. To receive treatment you will need to register with a local doctor's surgery and identify If medical treatment will be free.

Information On surgeries in your area can be obtained from the Practitioner's Service Division on 01224 358447.

Emergency dental services can be obtained by contacting GDens on 01224 558140. GDens operate on emergency daytime and out of hours service for those not currently registered with a local dentist. Patients are advised to clarify costs prior to treatment as immediate payment will be required.

Banks

There are a large number of Banks located throughout Aberdeen. When in employment you will need to open a bank account to receive your salary. Bank accounts can only be opened with specific forms of identification.One of the following identification documents can be used to confirm your name:

• Current Passport, EU member state IDcard,
• UK address can be confirmed by:
• UK Driving licence, recent gas,electricity or phone bill with current address, rent book or statement

English as a Second Language Tuition

Free tuition in English is available for those with very basic English speaking skills.
Contact Rosemary Weir on 01224 497150

Those with higher level skills can obtain tuition through Aberdeen College or the English School.

Interpreting and Translation Services

Individuals requiring the assistance of a translator in relation to dealing with the local council can obtain these services by contacting:
Translating, Interpreting and Communication Support Services
St.Nicholas House, Broad Street
Aberdeen
Tel: 01224 523542.