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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 10 May 2013 - 19:30

A friend of a friend is working in a hospital in Jeddah and she is pregnant. Her BF is promising to marry her, but she is afraid that the authorities figure out that she was already 3 months gone. Should they get married overseas? What would happen to her if they were to find out?

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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 12 May 2013 - 19:50
She is getting married this week in Saudi Arabia. All is fine now, and they have not done blood work. Good to know everything worked out for your friend:)
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 12 May 2013 - 19:36
She is getting married this week in Saudi Arabia. All is fine now, and they have not done blood work.
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 12 May 2013 - 19:27
so..does anyone know..has she taken the advice on here?
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EW EXPLORER
Latest post on 12 May 2013 - 12:34
As indicated below, a blood test is mandatory here for the genetic reasons and yes, they can stop you from marrying accordingly - but these cases are very rare. I also know a friend of mine who did pass the test while expecting. So I guess they do not consider this fact. As for your friend OP, you should strongly advise her to think about her future baby and to get out from the country ASAP. Can they stop you marrying? Aren't you just made aware of the outcomes of the tests and the possible implications...
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EW EXPLORER
Latest post on 12 May 2013 - 12:29
As indicated below, a blood test is mandatory here for the genetic reasons and yes, they can stop you from marrying accordingly - but these cases are very rare. I also know a friend of mine who did pass the test while expecting. So I guess they do not consider this fact. As for your friend OP, you should strongly advise her to think about her future baby and to get out from the country ASAP.
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EW MASTER
Latest post on 12 May 2013 - 05:39
In the USA, it is recommended that Caucasian couples get screened for the cystic fibrosis gene before having children.
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EW EXPERT
Latest post on 12 May 2013 - 02:01
I hope, reading this thread, that the girl in question has already got on a flight out - if not.....why not......
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 12 May 2013 - 01:12
married in france, both me and dh had to have blood tests done too! Its not just here. edited by suzieirl on 11/05/2013 I gather from books I've read that pre-marital blood tests are mandatory in New York, too, for the reasons mentioned below - not sure if all the States are the same? edited by simpleasabc on 11/05/2013 New York hasn't required a blood test since 1985. Actually as of this year, there isn't one US state that requires a blood test for marriage. The few states that were hanging on to that type of requirement, had their blood test laws stricken from the books in 2012. This has nothing to do with with being pregnant in the KSA - I just noticed that some posters were under the impression that blood tests might still required by some US states, so wanted to just clarify and give an update.
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EW OLDHAND
Latest post on 11 May 2013 - 22:22
This test is called Pre-Marital test and ALL couples irrespective of nationality or religion have to get medical blood tests done here to screen out if either are carriers of disease that can be transferred to the child. The certificate has to be shown at the court at the time of marriage. no, not all couples, I was married here and we didn't do the test. As someone else said, only needed if one of the spouses is Muslim/Arab.
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 11 May 2013 - 16:12
Only a few states in the US still require blood tests before marriage. The vast majority don't require blood testing.
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EW MASTER
Latest post on 11 May 2013 - 11:26
married in france, both me and dh had to have blood tests done too! Its not just here. edited by suzieirl on 11/05/2013 I gather from books I've read that pre-marital blood tests are mandatory in New York, too, for the reasons mentioned below - not sure if all the States are the same? <em>edited by simpleasabc on 11/05/2013</em>
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EW EXPLORER
Latest post on 11 May 2013 - 09:56
This test is called Pre-Marital test and ALL couples irrespective of nationality or religion have to get medical blood tests done here to screen out if either are carriers of disease that can be transferred to the child. The certificate has to be shown at the court at the time of marriage.
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EW EXPLORER
Latest post on 11 May 2013 - 09:31
married in france, both me and dh had to have blood tests done too! Its not just here. <em>edited by suzieirl on 11/05/2013</em>
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EW EXPERT
Latest post on 11 May 2013 - 01:56
My DD recently got married to an Arab in Dubai and they both had to have tested done before marriage. <em>edited by salsB on 11/05/2013</em>
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EW GURU
Latest post on 10 May 2013 - 23:49
Sorry Pikachu I am cutting off the quote string lol. I mean to say in all GCC countries couples need to undergo a medical test. Either to determine whether they have a high risk of having kid with certain diseases, some have to be done if one of the couple is not "local" to the country. So people getting married in KSA, UAE, Qatar, Kuwait etc. need to do this. And me as well, though Yemen is not part of the GCC, but I was just giving my case as an example. If my future DH was Saudi or Qatari, I'd have to do the same. edited by Marroosh on 10/05/2013 ok, so although you said you would be needing a blood test, actually you won't... just a medical.. I can see the disease thing..so can they actually stop you marrying ? We got married here and had to have this test, I think it only applies when one or both parties are Muslim. The test is a blood test, they check for STDs and also I believe genetic conditions (probably because of the commonality of cousin marriages here and potential issues arising from that genetically). If you're both "all clear" you get the approved certificate, which you have to present in order to marry. So yes, if you fail the medical, are pregnant, have an STD etc. then you can not get married as they won't give you the paper. Thanks GA, very informative...
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EW OLDHAND
Latest post on 10 May 2013 - 23:05
Sorry Pikachu I am cutting off the quote string lol. I mean to say in all GCC countries couples need to undergo a medical test. Either to determine whether they have a high risk of having kid with certain diseases, some have to be done if one of the couple is not "local" to the country. So people getting married in KSA, UAE, Qatar, Kuwait etc. need to do this. And me as well, though Yemen is not part of the GCC, but I was just giving my case as an example. If my future DH was Saudi or Qatari, I'd have to do the same. edited by Marroosh on 10/05/2013 ok, so although you said you would be needing a blood test, actually you won't... just a medical.. I can see the disease thing..so can they actually stop you marrying ? We got married here and had to have this test, I think it only applies when one or both parties are Muslim. The test is a blood test, they check for STDs and also I believe genetic conditions (probably because of the commonality of cousin marriages here and potential issues arising from that genetically). If you're both "all clear" you get the approved certificate, which you have to present in order to marry. So yes, if you fail the medical, are pregnant, have an STD etc. then you can not get married as they won't give you the paper.
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EW OLDHAND
Latest post on 10 May 2013 - 23:01
Sorry Pikachu I am cutting off the quote string lol. I mean to say in all GCC countries couples need to undergo a medical test. Either to determine whether they have a high risk of having kid with certain diseases, some have to be done if one of the couple is not "local" to the country. So people getting married in KSA, UAE, Qatar, Kuwait etc. need to do this. And me as well, though Yemen is not part of the GCC, but I was just giving my case as an example. If my future DH was Saudi or Qatari, I'd have to do the same. edited by Marroosh on 10/05/2013 Mabrook! Have a great time at the wedding in Yemen, we're planning on going some time soon hopefully, can't wait! Oh and I don't think there are any small weddings there especially if your DH has family there, so prepare for a surprise lol :)
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 10 May 2013 - 22:55
Sorry Pikachu I am cutting off the quote string lol. I mean to say in all GCC countries couples need to undergo a medical test. Either to determine whether they have a high risk of having kid with certain diseases, some have to be done if one of the couple is not "local" to the country. So people getting married in KSA, UAE, Qatar, Kuwait etc. need to do this. And me as well, though Yemen is not part of the GCC, but I was just giving my case as an example. If my future DH was Saudi or Qatari, I'd have to do the same. edited by Marroosh on 10/05/2013 ok, so although you said you would be needing a blood test, actually you won't... just a medical.. I can see the disease thing..so can they actually stop you marrying ? During the test they take blood, so it can be easily detected if you're preggers. To be honest I don't know what they do, if they stop you from marrying. Maybe someone else knows.
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 10 May 2013 - 22:53
Marroosh Congratulations. Be prepared for a week long celebrations. I love Yemen weddings. Thanks:) But we both don't want a big wedding so that won't happen lol. Unless they have a surprise up their sleeves!
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EW GURU
Latest post on 10 May 2013 - 22:52
Marroosh Congratulations. Be prepared for a week long celebrations. I love Yemen weddings.
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EW GURU
Latest post on 10 May 2013 - 22:50
Sorry Pikachu I am cutting off the quote string lol. I mean to say in all GCC countries couples need to undergo a medical test. Either to determine whether they have a high risk of having kid with certain diseases, some have to be done if one of the couple is not "local" to the country. So people getting married in KSA, UAE, Qatar, Kuwait etc. need to do this. And me as well, though Yemen is not part of the GCC, but I was just giving my case as an example. If my future DH was Saudi or Qatari, I'd have to do the same. edited by Marroosh on 10/05/2013 ok, so although you said you would be needing a blood test, actually you won't... just a medical.. I can see the disease thing..so can they actually stop you marrying ?
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 10 May 2013 - 22:48
Sorry Pikachu I am cutting off the quote string lol. I mean to say in all GCC countries couples need to undergo a medical test. Either to determine whether they have a high risk of having kid with certain diseases, some have to be done if one of the couple is not "local" to the country. So people getting married in KSA, UAE, Qatar, Kuwait etc. need to do this. And me as well, though Yemen is not part of the GCC, but I was just giving my case as an example. If my future DH was Saudi or Qatari, I'd have to do the same. <em>edited by Marroosh on 10/05/2013</em>
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EW GURU
Latest post on 10 May 2013 - 22:45
A friend of a friend is working in a hospital in Jeddah and she is pregnant. Her BF is promising to marry her, but she is afraid that the authorities figure out that she was already 3 months gone. Should they get married overseas? What would happen to her if they were to find out? She needs to get out of KSA ASAP, and if she wants any chance of returning, the guy better marry her. I am sure in KSA they are much stricter than here. She better go home now. To add, [b'>I have to do a medical and blood test before marriage[/b'>, and if she has to do the same, they could easily figure out. Why women (and men of course) keep getting themselves in this situation, I don't know. Please advise her to leave KSA. edited by Marroosh on 10/05/2013 seriously ?? what for ?? Nothing to be surprised about Pikachu, it's common practice here and other GCC countries to do medical check ups before marriage. Isn't it to do with inherited diseases, especially thalassemia, which is quite prevalent in this region. To the OP, I agree with the others, tell her not to leave it to chance, leave asap. I think also when a local marries a foreigner. Yes often it's to see if related couples have a risk of certain diseases. In my case, I am getting married in Yemen, and they ask for a[b'> medical certificate[/b'>. So I'll get it done (along with a gazillion other stuff lol) so you're getting married in Yemen ? so do they do these tests in Saudi also, which is what was being discussed..do you have to do a blood test ? i'm confused now... lol
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 10 May 2013 - 22:37
A friend of a friend is working in a hospital in Jeddah and she is pregnant. Her BF is promising to marry her, but she is afraid that the authorities figure out that she was already 3 months gone. Should they get married overseas? What would happen to her if they were to find out? She needs to get out of KSA ASAP, and if she wants any chance of returning, the guy better marry her. I am sure in KSA they are much stricter than here. She better go home now. To add, [b'>I have to do a medical and blood test before marriage[/b'>, and if she has to do the same, they could easily figure out. Why women (and men of course) keep getting themselves in this situation, I don't know. Please advise her to leave KSA. edited by Marroosh on 10/05/2013 seriously ?? what for ?? Nothing to be surprised about Pikachu, it's common practice here and other GCC countries to do medical check ups before marriage. Isn't it to do with inherited diseases, especially thalassemia, which is quite prevalent in this region. To the OP, I agree with the others, tell her not to leave it to chance, leave asap. I think also when a local marries a foreigner. Yes often it's to see if related couples have a risk of certain diseases. In my case, I am getting married in Yemen, and they ask for a medical certificate. So I'll get it done (along with a gazillion other stuff lol)
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EW OLDHAND
Latest post on 10 May 2013 - 22:24
A friend of a friend is working in a hospital in Jeddah and she is pregnant. Her BF is promising to marry her, but she is afraid that the authorities figure out that she was already 3 months gone. Should they get married overseas? What would happen to her if they were to find out? She needs to get out of KSA ASAP, and if she wants any chance of returning, the guy better marry her. I am sure in KSA they are much stricter than here. She better go home now. To add, [b'>I have to do a medical and blood test before marriage[/b'>, and if she has to do the same, they could easily figure out. Why women (and men of course) keep getting themselves in this situation, I don't know. Please advise her to leave KSA. edited by Marroosh on 10/05/2013 seriously ?? what for ?? Nothing to be surprised about Pikachu, it's common practice here and other GCC countries to do medical check ups before marriage. Isn't it to do with inherited diseases, especially thalassemia, which is quite prevalent in this region. To the OP, I agree with the others, tell her not to leave it to chance, leave asap.
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EW GURU
Latest post on 10 May 2013 - 22:24
A friend of a friend is working in a hospital in Jeddah and she is pregnant. Her BF is promising to marry her, but she is afraid that the authorities figure out that she was already 3 months gone. Should they get married overseas? What would happen to her if they were to find out? She needs to get out of KSA ASAP, and if she wants any chance of returning, the guy better marry her. I am sure in KSA they are much stricter than here. She better go home now. To add, [b'>I have to do a medical and blood test before marriage[/b'>, and if she has to do the same, they could easily figure out. Why women (and men of course) keep getting themselves in this situation, I don't know. Please advise her to leave KSA. edited by Marroosh on 10/05/2013 seriously ?? what for ?? Nothing to be surprised about Pikachu, it's common practice here and other GCC countries to do medical check ups before marriage. I apologise for my ignorance, but what are they testing for ?
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 10 May 2013 - 22:15
A friend of a friend is working in a hospital in Jeddah and she is pregnant. Her BF is promising to marry her, but she is afraid that the authorities figure out that she was already 3 months gone. Should they get married overseas? What would happen to her if they were to find out? She needs to get out of KSA ASAP, and if she wants any chance of returning, the guy better marry her. I am sure in KSA they are much stricter than here. She better go home now. To add, [b'>I have to do a medical and blood test before marriage[/b'>, and if she has to do the same, they could easily figure out. Why women (and men of course) keep getting themselves in this situation, I don't know. Please advise her to leave KSA. edited by Marroosh on 10/05/2013 seriously ?? what for ?? Nothing to be surprised about Pikachu, it's common practice here and other GCC countries to do medical check ups before marriage.
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EW GURU
Latest post on 10 May 2013 - 21:58
A friend of a friend is working in a hospital in Jeddah and she is pregnant. Her BF is promising to marry her, but she is afraid that the authorities figure out that she was already 3 months gone. Should they get married overseas? What would happen to her if they were to find out? She needs to get out of KSA ASAP, and if she wants any chance of returning, the guy better marry her. I am sure in KSA they are much stricter than here. She better go home now. To add, [b'>I have to do a medical and blood test before marriage[/b'>, and if she has to do the same, they could easily figure out. Why women (and men of course) keep getting themselves in this situation, I don't know. Please advise her to leave KSA. edited by Marroosh on 10/05/2013 seriously ?? what for ??
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EW GURU
Latest post on 10 May 2013 - 21:34
As someone who has worked there in the past I really feel this is a wind up OR the OP is not getting the full story. It was made clear as water that engaging in s#x contact while unmarried and getting caught was a HUGE no-no !!!! A US citizen in my company also manged to get pregnant and was not even a month along. She contacted a friend from the embassey and was flown out within 2 days. No if, ands , or buts....no stories-nothing- she was told staying was not an option. very similiar to your friend's situation. Im not sure about the stamping , but I would not be suprised. Any behavior deemd innappropiate by the religious police standards is not tolerated. I myself was questioned at a hotel bustop one afternoon for standing too close with a co-worker. we were not even shoulder to shoulder- it was very innocent. We were given a warning.
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EW OLDHAND
Latest post on 10 May 2013 - 21:18
Yep, when I worked in Saudi the word prostitute would be stamped in passport if you were caught infringing the laws. TBH as long as one was discrete, you could socialise with men you were not related to. I only knew one who was deported and who had the word prostitute stamped. She was in a supermarket with her boyfriend late at night - both were drunk and engaging in very public display off affection. Re ' bright and eyes wide open' - when I was working there it was made very, very , very clear to us what the rules were and what the consequences of breaking them would be.