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Practical conversations about relocation, family, income, residency, and building a sustainable life in the Muslim world. Curated individual videos, regular uploads, and livestreams are included; Shorts are excluded.

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Touring An Expat Apartment In New Cairo Egypt (Banefseg)

If you’re a retiree and want our help moving to Egypt, go here: In this video, our Ground Services Director AbdurRahman Omar takes you along for a tour of a client's fully furnished $350 per month apartment in New Cairo Egypt: Banefseg. Learn what a modest monthly budget can get you in New Cairo Egypt. The embedded presentation remains the primary source for the channel’s complete discussion and examples. This neutral summary is limited to details supported by the official title and available source metadata, without repeating external links, calls to action, or promotional language.

Jul 12, 2026

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Expat Gets Real About Hijrah (After 19 Years In Egypt)

Check out the Setting for Hijrah Skool Community Here: Join the Make Hijrah Community Here: In this video, Mansur Omar shares what it was really like growing up in Egypt after his family made Hijrah from the West at just three years old. As someone raised in the Muslim world, he explains why so many children of expat families eventually return to America or Europe, the hidden challenges of building a future overseas, and what Muslim families must do differently if they want Hijrah to last for generations. From careers and marriage to business, community, and financial independence, this conversation explores why simply relocating isn't enough and what it takes to build a permanent future in the Muslim world for the next generation.

Jul 11, 202611 min

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Touring An Expat Neighborhood In New Cairo Egypt

If you’re a retiree and want our help moving to Egypt, go here: In this video, our Ground Services Director AbdurRahman Omar takes you along for a tour of one of the most popular expat neighborhoods in New Cairo Egypt: Banefseg. You'll get to see a sneek peak of the layout, shops, neighborhood views and learn why this destination in Egypt is a place worth considering moving to.

Jul 10, 2026

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Things We Wish We Knew Before Moving to Madinah

Moving to Madinah is a dream for many Muslims, but what is it really like to start a new life in the City of the Prophet ﷺ? In this video, we share 5 things nobody tells you before moving to Madinah, from the challenges of starting over, adjusting to a completely different lifestyle, and building a new routine, to the unexpected blessings that make this city feel like home. Whether you're thinking about making Hijrah, planning a move, or simply curious about life in Madinah, we hope this gives you a realistic look at what it's really like.

Jul 8, 202611 min

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After 30 Years In America, He Refused To Raise His Kids There

Check out the Setting for Hijrah Skool Community Here: Check out Abu Zakaria Channel here: In this video, we sit down with a Muslim who spent 30 years living in America before making the life-changing decision to relocate his family to Egypt. He shares why he refuses to raise his children in the West despite helping thousands of Muslim students study at American universities, the hidden challenges Muslim families face, and why he believes protecting faith should come before career opportunities. We also discuss his journey from the UAE to the United States, why Egypt became his long-term home, the realities of making Hijrah, and practical advice for Muslims considering a move abroad. If you're thinking about leaving the West, moving to Egypt, or planning your family's future, this conversation offers valuable insights from someone who has experienced both worlds.

Jul 8, 202640 min

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Expectations vs Reality: Retiring In The Middle East

Check out the Setting for Hijrah Skool Community Here: Learn more about our Retirement Community here: In this video, Muhammad Nubee shares what decades of life abroad taught him after leaving the West and settling in Egypt. He explains why so many people misunderstand Muslim countries, how media shapes our expectations, what surprised him when he first visited the Muslim world, and why retiring among Muslims gave him a greater sense of peace, belonging, and purpose. If you're a Muslim considering retirement, Hijrah, or relocating to a Muslim country, this video will give you a different perspective before making one of the biggest decisions of your life.

Jul 5, 202611 min

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How This Muslim Left The West In A WHEELCHAIR

Check out the Setting for Hijrah Skool Community Here: Learn more about our Retirement Community here: Checkout Brother Muhmmad Jones' YouTube channel here: In this video, Muhammad Jones shares his hijrah journey while living in a wheelchair and explains how his disability didn’t stop him from leaving the West and moving to a Muslim country. The conversation highlights his mindset, faith, challenges, and determination to make hijrah despite physical limitations, showing that the path to hijrah can look different for every Muslim.

Jul 2, 202641 min

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Day In The Life Of A Muslim Retiree In New Cairo Egypt

Learn more about our Retirement Community here: In this video, retired American Muslim Sheikh Muhammad Nubee takes you through a typical day living in New Cairo, Egypt. He shows what retirement can actually look like after making Hijrah. From working online and walking to the masjid, to shopping at the local market, enjoying peaceful neighborhoods, and living within a close-knit Muslim community, this vlog gives an honest look at daily life outside the West. If you're a Muslim approaching retirement or already retired and looking for greater peace, lower living costs, stronger Islamic values, and a higher quality of life, this video offers a practical glimpse into one of the options available. Learn why more Western Muslims are considering retirement abroad and discover what everyday life in Egypt could look like for you and your family. Get Relocation Assistance Here:

Jun 28, 20269 min

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Why I’ll Happily Be A Guest In Muslim Countries Until I Die

In this video, Omar Sherrer explains why he is comfortable living long-term as a guest in Muslim countries, even without citizenship, and why a temporary visa or renewable residency does not have to be a crisis when your goal is to protect your deen, family, and to get closer to Allah. He breaks down the double standard many Muslims have between being a guest in the West and being a guest in places like Egypt, Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Morocco, or Indonesia. He also explains why legal residency, planning, income, and flexibility can matter more than obsessing over passports. This conversation challenges the fear around “no citizenship,” while reminding Muslims to stay legal, respect visas, protect your family, and choose the road that brings you closer to Allah. Get Relocation Assistance Here:

Jun 25, 202614 min

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Why Muslim Retirees NEED To Consider Leaving The West NOW

Learn more about our Retirement Community here: In this video, Brother Muhammad Nubee and Omar Sherrer talk about why Muslim retirees need to consider leaving the West and exploring retirement in a Muslim country. They discuss the challenges facing aging Muslims in America, including isolation, expensive nursing homes, limited community support, and the risk of spending your final years disconnected from a Muslim environment. Brother Muhammad shares his experience living and retiring in the Muslim world, explains why fear and misconceptions stop many Muslims from considering the move, and encourages retirees to visit places like Egypt for themselves before dismissing the idea. This conversation is not about leaving without a plan. It is about exploring your options while you still have the health, time, and financial freedom to make a thoughtful decision. Get Relocation Assistance Here:

Jun 21, 202628 min

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Muslim Retirees, Make Hijrah Now–Even If You’re Scared

Learn more about our Retirement Community here: In this video, Brother Bahiy Muhammad and Omar Sherrer talk about why Muslim retirees should consider making hijrah instead of allowing fear of the unknown to keep them in the West. Brother Muhammad shares lessons from living in Pakistan, Sudan, Qatar, Kuwait, and Egypt, explaining why Egypt may offer a practical middle ground for retirees who want to live among Muslims without the high costs found in some Gulf countries. They discuss the value of hearing the adhan, having access to the masjid, living in a community that supports your deen, and choosing peace over chasing more money. They also talk about adjusting your expectations, accepting cultural differences, and taking the first step before age, health, or changing circumstances make the move harder. Get Relocation Assistance Here:

Jun 18, 202633 min

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How To Retire By 40 In The Muslim World

Learn more about our Retirement Community here: In this video, Omar Sherrer talks about how he escaped the Western retirement trap, reached retirement status by 40 in Egypt, and helped his mother achieve financial freedom by relocating to the Muslim world. He breaks down the exact framework Muslims can use to reduce expenses, build remote income, eliminate debt, and create a retirement strategy centered around freedom, family, and faith instead of endless work and rising living costs. This video explores why more Muslims are choosing countries like Egypt and other parts of the Muslim world as a long-term solution for retirement, financial independence, and raising a family. Get Relocation Assistance Here:

Jun 15, 202614 min