Cultural Satisfaction: An Analysis of Indian Expatriates in the GCC

This study investigates the socio-cultural satisfaction levels of Indian expatriates residing in the Gulf Cooperation Council
(GCC) countries. Utilizing a snowball sampling technique, data were collected from 200 Indian expatriates across six GCC
nations, bifurcated by gender, marital, and family status. A structured questionnaire measured the satisfaction across nine
dimensions using a 4-point Likert scale. Key findings reveal significant gender-based disparities: men reported higher
satisfaction in general cultural and social interaction domains, while women expressed a significantly higher level of
satisfaction regarding the personal respect received from nationals. Regression analysis identified gender and social
interaction as the strongest predictors of overall cultural satisfaction. The results highlight the complex and gendered nature
of the expatriate experience, suggesting that family context and social dynamics are critical to understanding cultural
adaptation in the GCC region.