Is it permissible for a woman to reside in a country without a mahram?
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Question:
It is well known that a woman traveling without a mahram is forbidden. So, if the school principal took her to the city where she works, left her there alone, and then returned, is that permissible for him?
Answer:
If she stays in a house and is able to remain there without fear, there is no harm; she does not need a mahram in the house. If he goes and secures a residence for her and she lives in a trustworthy place where she has no fear, there is no harm. The mahram is required for the journey to and from the destination, but in the city, if she is residing there, she does not need a mahram in a safe residence. Yes.
It is well known that a woman traveling without a mahram is forbidden. So, if the school principal took her to the city where she works, left her there alone, and then returned, is that permissible for him?
Answer:
If she stays in a house and is able to remain there without fear, there is no harm; she does not need a mahram in the house. If he goes and secures a residence for her and she lives in a trustworthy place where she has no fear, there is no harm. The mahram is required for the journey to and from the destination, but in the city, if she is residing there, she does not need a mahram in a safe residence. Yes.
Source
قناة «العلامة الدكتور صالح الفوزان»، هل يجوز إقامة المرأة في بلد بدون محرم؟ للشيخ صالح الفوزان — youtube.com
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