Is it permissible to remove the niqab when eating in public places, or in front of relatives when there are non-mahram family members present, or in restaurants?
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Covering the face for a woman in front of non-mahram men is obligatory according to the preponderant opinion of scholars. Therefore, it is not permissible for a girl to uncover her face while eating in public places or in front of relatives if there are non-mahram men present.
Summarized from the full answer at Ftawy · reviewed Sep 2, 2026
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