Is it permissible for a Muslim woman to travel and reside in Saudi Arabia without a mahram if her family are non-Muslims and approve of her travel?
The questioner is congratulated on the blessing of embracing Islam, and is reminded that the majority of scholars hold that it is not permissible for a woman to travel except with a mahram, citing religious texts as evidence.
It is noted that some scholars have permitted a woman to travel without a mahram if her travel is for obedience and righteousness, and she is safe, especially if she cannot perform her religious rituals in her current country, or if she can perform them but wishes to travel to another place for obedience and righteousness, while being safe.
It is clarified that a mahram is not a requirement for residing within Saudi Arabia, but rather for ensuring one's safety and honor in the place of residence.
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