Ability, finances and the hajj queue
What is the ruling on jumping the Hajj queue by paying an insider, and is it sinful?
Answer in brief
Jumping the Hajj queue by unlawful means, such as bribing an insider, is forbidden and sinful according to this fatwa, because it wrongs other pilgrims who already hold their own turn. The fatwa adds that the act contradicts the purpose of Hajj. However, applying respectfully through proper channels, such as requesting discretion or submitting an appeal to the relevant authority, is permitted. Those whose turn has not yet come are advised to follow the procedures set by the authorities.
Summary written by DHUMY from the Malay original and checked against it.
Hukum memotong giliran haji dengan menggunakan cara yang salah dari sudut undang-undang adalah haram dan berdosa kerana menzalimi orang lain yang telah mempunyai giliran haji masing-masing.
Source
IRSYAD HUKUM KHAS HAJI DAN KORBAN SIRI KE-84: HUKUM MEMOTONG GILIRAN TUNAI HAJIOffice of the Mufti of the Federal Territories · Irsyad al-Fatwa: Hajj & Sacrifice edition · Published 7 June 2024
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.
Other questions on this topic
- Is it better to save or to take bank financing in order to perform Hajj?
- Is choosing a licensed Hajj agency part of istita‘ah, and what is the ruling on Hajj package scams in light of protecting wealth?
- Is it permissible for someone who has not yet performed Hajj for himself to sponsor another person to perform Hajj?
- Is Hajj still obligatory for a kidney patient who undergoes regular hemodialysis treatment?
- Is it permissible to take a loan in order to perform Hajj, and is such a Hajj valid?
- Is Hajj valid if performed on a Saudi tourist visa by overstaying until the Hajj season?