Kaffarah
What is Kaffarah?
Kaffarah is a charitable compensation that must be given when a fast in Ramadan is intentionally broken without a valid reason, or when a promise or oath is broken.
It is a way to make amends by fulfilling a clear Islamic responsibility.
How Much Is Kaffarah for Ramadan 2026?
If a fast in Ramadan 2026 is intentionally broken without a valid reason, kaffarah must be fulfilled in one of the following ways. The primary option is fasting continuously for sixty days. If fasting is not possible, kaffarah is fulfilled by feeding sixty people in need for each intentionally broken fast.
The cost of feeding sixty people depends on local food prices and standards. The amount should be sufficient to provide proper meals with dignity.
Kaffarah for Breaking a Promise or Oath in Islam
Kaffarah is also required when a promise or oath is broken. In this case, kaffarah is fulfilled by feeding ten people in need. If feeding is not possible, other forms of expiation may apply according to Islamic guidance.
What Is the Difference Between Kaffarah for a Fast and Kaffarah for an Oath?
Kaffarah for breaking a fast during Ramadan 2026 requires feeding sixty people for each intentionally missed fast.
Kaffarah for breaking a promise or oath requires feeding ten people.
Both are forms of compensation, but the number of people fed is different.
What Is the Difference Between Kaffarah and Fidyah?
Kaffarah is required when a fast is deliberately broken without a valid reason during Ramadan 2026.
Fidyah is given when a fast is missed for a valid reason and the person is unable to make it up in the future, such as due to long-term illness or old age.
For kaffarah, the compensation involves feeding sixty people.
For fidyah, the compensation involves feeding one person per missed fast
When Should Kaffarah Be Paid for Ramadan 2026?
Kaffarah can be paid at any time during the year. It becomes obligatory once a fast has been knowingly broken without a valid reason during Ramadan 2026, or when a promise has been broken.
How Waduha Handles Kaffarah
At Waduha, kaffarah for Ramadan 2026 is used to provide food to people in need with care, verification, and dignity. It is treated as an amanah and distributed according to Islamic guidelines, ensuring it reaches eligible recipients.
