Al Khobar, how safe

dadofduck Active member

51POSTS

9 years ago

Hi all,

I'm about to start working in Al Khobar and although I plan to reside in Bahrain, for the initial period I will be in Khobar while my Iqama is being sorted (10 days ish).

What I am wondering is how safe Khobar is for a western expat male around town? I'm used to getting to a new place and exploring the place at will. The first 10 days I think I'll have plenty of time on my hands so in an ideal world would like to explore, go to the gym and possibly go scuba diving. I would also like to find a boxing gym if possible.

Am I being realistic or naive??!!

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ann arbor Member

15POSTS

9 years ago

I am sure its safe

Ali_N Serial expat

746POSTS

9 years ago

Pretty safe!

kaleemimran Active member

72POSTS

9 years ago

Saudi Arabia is one amongst the safest place on earth. You need to respect & follow the law of the land to be safe.

ZarifImran Active member

48POSTS

9 years ago

Yes, Its safe for all nationals.

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Abdulkareem179 Active member

25POSTS

9 years ago

Hello Dadofduck,

I've been here in Al Khobar for over sixteen years and it's safer now than it was when I first came.
There are a lot of things to do around town if you look and a few scuba clubs. The Philippians know what's going on when talking about scuba diving, so ask around. Boxing, you probably won't find a club, but there are plenty of gyms around. So, training daily shouldn't be an ordeal.
Have a look at internations online to see what is happening in Al Khobar.
Good luck and welcome to the eating capital of the Eastern Province.

dadofduck Active member

51POSTS

9 years ago

Thanks for that!

After a few weeks I've seen that it is a nice safe place to be. I seem to exhausted the city in my search for a boxing club and have now given up! I think the eating capital of the Eastern Province has helped me put on about 4-5kg since arriving!

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