Pay Fidya

What is Fidya?

It’s easy to wonder, “What is Fidya”, because there are other charitable donations that should be paid for missing fasts, such as Kaffarah. This donation is a payment that has to be made by those who cannot fast for a valid reason. The payment has to be made to a reputable charity, and the price must reflect feeding one hungry person two meals or feeding two less fortunate people a one-time meal for each day that a Muslim has missed their fast.

The Fidya payment has to be paid by any able Muslim who meets Islamic regulations that are stated in the Quran. These people are the elderly, a menstruating, pregnant or breastfeeding woman, a person who’s travelling or anyone disqualified due to medical reasons. If a believer meets these exemptions, they can either make up their missed fasts at a later date during the Islamic year or, if that isn’t possible, pay Fidya.

Pay Fidya to CLF to provide those in desperate need with the vital sustenance they need to survive.

The Importance of the Fidya Payment

The payment of Fidya for missed fasts is an essential way for those who cannot fast for a valid reason to fulfil their obligation during Ramadan. It allows these exempt believers to make it up to Allah (SWT) for the fasts they’ve missed during the holy month. The chance to donate Fidya lets those unable to fast at any time carry out their duty and observe Ramadan correctly, so they can also cleanse spiritually and earn rewards from Allah (SWT).

This donation is also important in Islam because fasting is a very sacred act of worship. It’s one of the five pillars (Sawm) and has to be done throughout Ramadan. Fasting helps Muslims grow closer to Allah (SWT) by showing Him self-discipline, which pleases Him. But even though this act is highly valued in Islam, Allah (SWT) is very understanding and forgiving. He knows that not every Muslim can observe the fast throughout the month for a good reason, so He created Fidya as a way for them to partake in the holy month and earn the immense rewards of the month.

When to Give Fidya for Missed Fasts?

Fidya for missed fasts needs to be paid when a Muslim has to unintentionally break their fast during Ramadan for a good reason. This could be due to long-term illness, medication or a temporary break for things such as menstruation. Fidya is needed for those who can’t carry out the days of missed fasts at another time during the year, so for those with long-term illness, medication or old age. For example, if a Muslim expects that they cannot fast later on, or they can’t ever regain the ability to fast again, then they should pay Fidya. So, if a believer can’t fast at any point in Ramadan temporarily but they can resume the fast at a later date, they shouldn’t donate Fidya and make up the fasts instead.

Those who miss out on only a few days of fasting or someone who accidentally or deliberately breaks their fast in the daylight hours, don’t qualify to give Fidya. The donation is only made by those who think that they can’t make up their missed fasts another time, or those who don’t have the health or strength to do it. However, it all depends on the school of thought as to exactly who should pay Fiday because the opinions vary. The Hanfi states that Fidya shouldn’t be given by pregnant or nursing women as they can do their missed fasts at a later date, while the Shafi’is and Hanbalis believe Fidya should only be given for Muslims who can never fast again in their lifetime.

The Amount for Fidya 2026

If you need to give Fidya in 2026, you will need to understand how much it costs for one missed day and work out how much you owe for every day you’ve missed. The price of the payment can vary because it’s based on the cost of staple food items to provide two meals to the hungry for each day of missed fast. Fidya 2026 is expected to be around £6 for each day. This means that if you can’t observe the fast at all throughout the month of Ramadan for a good reason, you will need to pay this fee for the whole 30 days. The payment of Fidya for not fasting for the whole month would be around £180.

Pay Fidya Online at CLF

We have made it easier than ever to pay Fidya online in 2026 to help the most vulnerable communities with healthy, nourishing meals. There are so many hungry and starving people who don’t have the means to feed themselves at all, especially in vulnerable places like Uganda. This is why we have a Uganda food parcel appeal that your Fidya can go towards to give food to those who need it most. Your generosity and fulfilment of your Islamic duty can help to prevent serious illness and even death through out food parcels. We provide staple food items to feed families nutritious meals to fuel their bodies, prevent hunger and bring hope for a brighter future that turns their lives around.

Our team will distribute your Fidya payment as quickly as possible to feed the starving in Uganda because no one should face endless hunger every single day. With your contributions, we strive to end world hunger and transform the lives of countless families. Donate Fidya for 2026 to fulfil your obligations, earn rewards and help those in need to thrive and survive.