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What is the ruling on working as a driver for Careem in Egypt, and what are the rulings on transporting passengers to various places, getting to know a female passenger, a woman being alone with a man in the car, and using a smart wallet application linked to a usurious bank?

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Places are divided into: those dedicated to sins (like taverns), in which case transportation to them is forbidden. And those not dedicated (like clubs), in which case transportation to them is permissible, except for someone whose unlawful intent is known. It is permissible for the driver to look at the face and hands of a female customer to the extent of necessity, without temptation. Unlawful privacy (khalwa) includes a man being alone with a non-mahram woman in a place where they converse intimately, even if it is visible to people. Therefore, it is advised to refrain from giving a ride to a single woman in the car except out of necessity and with the assurance of no temptation. Dealing with usurious banks is forbidden except in extreme necessity and to the extent of need, with immediate withdrawal of the money. The questioner is advised to fear Allah, strive to avoid forbidden things, and seek another job if this work is not free from objectionable acts.

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