Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
What do expats find most challenging?
We asked expats and digital nomads what they find the most challenging about the local culture in Riyadh. They wrote...
"One of the most challenging aspects of the local culture for expats in Riyadh is the strict adherence to Islamic law and customs. This includes the requirement to dress modestly, the prohibition of alcohol, and the segregation of men and women in public spaces. Additionally, the lack of freedom of speech and expression can be difficult for expats to adjust to, as well as the lack of public entertainment and leisure activities. Expats may also find it difficult to adjust to the conservative social norms, such as the expectation that women should not be seen in public without a male guardian," said another expat in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
"It's difficult to get around since women can't drive. If this were a western city, I'd have explored it from top to bottom! But here, you're taking cabs everywhere so only really go from point A to point B and don't know what's in between. Another issue is that men and women can't 'mix' so opportunities to socialize are fairly limited (mostly to expensive embassy events or if you are fortunate enough to live in a 'western' compound--but single women usually must live in a company compound, which often isn't western so the freedom we're used to isn't allowed)," wrote a member who made the move to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
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What do expats find most challenging?
If you live in Riyadh, newcomers to Riyadh would love to hear your answer to this question.
