Informational Purpose Only

This tool provides an estimated calculation based on standard Islamic guidelines. The exact value of Fidya/Kaffarah depends on local food prices. Consult your local Imam for precise rates.

Fidya & Kaffarah Calculator

Calculate the compensation for missed fasts due to illness/age (Fidya) or intentionally broken fasts and oaths (Kaffarah).

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Understanding Compensation

In Islam, when certain obligations are not met, a compensation or expiation is required to seek forgiveness and fulfill the duty to the needy.

What is Fidya?

Paid by those who cannot fast (due to old age or chronic illness) to feed a poor person for each day missed.

What is Kaffarah?

An expiation for intentionally breaking a fast without a valid reason or breaking a solemn oath.

Primary Requirement

For Kaffarah of a fast, the primary requirement is to fast for 60 consecutive days. Feeding 60 people is only an option if one is physically unable to fast those 60 days.

Rate Settings

Set the current Fidya rate per day in your local currency. This rate is usually equivalent to the price of 1.6kg of wheat or the value of Sadaqat al-Fitr.

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Commonly $5 - $10 or Rs. 300 - 500 depending on region.

Fidya (Missed Fasts)

Enter the number of fasts missed due to permanent inability (chronic illness, extreme old age, or pregnancy/breastfeeding if fasting is dangerous and cannot be made up later).

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Kaffarah (Violations)

Calculation for intentionally violating religious rules.

Occurrences
Requires feeding 60 poor people per occurrence.
Occurrences
Requires feeding 10 poor people per occurrence.

Compensation Summary

Total Fidya $0.00
Kaffarah (Broken Fast) $0.00
Kaffarah (Broken Oath) $0.00
Grand Total Amount $0.00

Estimated Contribution

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Total amount to be distributed to the poor

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Distributing your Fidya

Fidya and Kaffarah must be given to the poor and needy. It cannot be used for mosque construction or other charitable works not directly involving feeding or clothing the poor.

Disclaimer: This tool is for estimation purposes. Please consult a scholar for specific rulings on illness duration or broken oaths.

Common Questions

Can I give Fidya to a relative?

You cannot give Fidya to those you are responsible for (parents, children, spouse). However, it can be given to other poor relatives who are in need.

When should I pay Fidya?

It is best to pay Fidya as soon as the fast is missed, or at the end of Ramadan. It can also be paid at the beginning of the month for the whole month if the illness is permanent.

What if I miss the 60-day fast?

For Kaffarah of a fast, if you break the 60-day consecutive fast (except for menstruation), you must start the 60 days again from the beginning.

Who qualifies for Fidya?

Those with terminal illness, extreme old age where fasting is impossible, or chronic conditions like severe diabetes that prevent fasting safely.

Important Disclaimer

This tool provides estimates based on general Islamic rulings. Rulings may vary between different schools of thought (Hanafi, Shafi'i, Maliki, Hanbali). Please consult a qualified Islamic scholar or local Imam for specific religious guidance. This tool is strictly for informational purposes.