Ability, finances and the hajj queue
Is choosing a licensed Hajj agency part of istita‘ah, and what is the ruling on Hajj package scams in light of protecting wealth?
Answer in brief
This fatwa states that Hajj package scams must be taken seriously because they affect the performance of Hajj and go against the principle of hifz al-mal (protection of wealth) in the Maqasid al-Shariah. Choosing a legitimate and licensed agency is considered part of istita‘ah, so that the journey to the Holy Land is safe and orderly. The authorities also bear the trust of assessing and approving only agencies that are truly qualified, in order to safeguard the public interest of the Muslim community.
Summary written by DHUMY from the Malay original and checked against it.
Setiap individu yang ingin menunaikan haji wajib memastikan aspek istita'ah atau kemampuan dipenuhi termasuklah memilih agensi yang sah dan berlesen agar perjalanan ibadah dapat dilakukan dengan aman dan sempurna.
Source
AL-KAFI #2044: ISU PENIPUAN PAKEJ HAJI MELALUI PRINSIP ISTITA‘AH DAN HIFZ AL-MALOffice of the Mufti of the Federal Territories · Al-Kafi li al-Fatawi · Published 28 October 2025
This page summarises a published fatwa; it is not a new ruling. For your own situation, read the full fatwa or consult the mufti office of your state.
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