how safe is it for woman especially christian or hindu woman to live in saudi arabia?
as in how many non muslim woman live in saudi do they work is there any restrictions on them etc
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not recommended..
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Probably not a good idea.
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stay in the US army base areas
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Having been there, I would say it is totally unsafe unless she lives on a military compound. she will be hounded by the mutawa and if she be with a husband from there she will be governed by their ancient and closed minded ways.
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They have to do and behave just like they tell you, it's the law there...
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I don't know where to start, but as an arab I can assure this is a terrible idea. You should be more concerned about your safety than what type of job opportunities are available.
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It is not at all safe. That is the reason that country announces soooooooooooo many restrictions to protect themselves first.
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Yes it is safe , but you should abide to local customs Wear an (abaya) , a flowing black dress that women wear (foreign or not) to cover themselves Women must work in a "woman-only environment" , unless you are in a school for international students for example Women cannot drive cars , drink and pork is banned , and you should know that shops there all close temporarily for prayer time
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Muslims may accept the monotheistic religions (Jewish or Christian), but in relation to others such as Hinduism or Buddhism, is not considered a religion in the Islamic perspective. period
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There are lot of foreigners in Saudi Arabia, they have different back ground and religions. Most Christians women in the Country are from Philippine and from Asia. They work in hospitals, schools, kindergarten, women spa, women gyms, women hair dressers, some shops and some companies. There are Christians Families as well, that is because the man work in Saudi Arabia, either in Companies or at university or English Schools. I personally know some Christians families in Saudi Arabia. Hundu people... it is hard to pin them out,,, they dont tell usually that they are Hindu when doing the paper work, they say that they are Muslims so they can enter Saudi Arabia more easily. From what I saw, it is safe.
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it is totally safe but to live upon Saudi Law. the main issues that must have on mind are the following: 1. Wear Abaya and Hijab. 2. Not to be alone with foreigners ( non foreigners are relatives such as husband,brother, son and uncles). a lot of problems has happened for women to go out with foreigners, they restrict it totally ! best place to live and to have more space are the compounds and the diplomatic quarter.
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Hindus are regularly persecuted in Saudi Arabia. And Christians are advised not to go, or just to stay on US bases. It is not safe for anyone except Islamic extremists to be in Saudi, really, and don't let anyone fool you.
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As a Saudi I can tell you if you understand the Muslim culture then you wouldn't be harmed at all. it first depends on the area you will live in some rare areas you'll have to dress like Muslim so people wouldn't stare at you ;), other area as I used to live in Jeddah, you'll find some girls really go free. Second, about the job: so many women work in Saudi Arabia, it's not like America but at least they work hhhh. So many non Muslim foreigners come to Saudi Arabia every year. big cities are ok with that like Jeddah an Dharan, Dammam, or King Abdullah city(I hope I go there). tell me or email me where you are going to live in and what kind of job you were thinking of, so I can help you more and give more information about it. believe me Saudi Arabia is not as what people think of or see in movies or news. it is just like any country. when people don't like something they make it big. I have me some Americans don't know that we have airports and we still ride camels to our work and school hhh. funny things you can hear. best wishes..
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