Kaffarah Calculator 2026
Calculate Kaffarah for broken fasts
What is Kaffarah?
Kaffarah is an expiation for deliberately breaking a Ramadan fast without a valid excuse. It’s a significant penalty meant to emphasize the sanctity of fasting.
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Kaffarah Requirement
For each deliberately broken fast, you must either:
- Option 1: Fast for 60 consecutive days, OR
- Option 2: Feed 60 poor people
When is Kaffarah Required?
Kaffarah is only due when someone:
- Deliberately eats or drinks during a Ramadan fast
- Has intimate relations during fasting hours
- Breaks the fast intentionally without a valid Islamic excuse
Kaffarah is NOT required for:
- Accidentally eating or drinking
- Missing a fast due to illness or travel
- Breaking a voluntary (nafl) fast
Kaffarah FAQs
How much is Kaffarah?
Kaffarah requires fasting 60 consecutive days OR feeding 60 poor people. If paying monetarily, this is approximately Ā£300 in the UK.
Can I pay Kaffarah instead of fasting 60 days?
You should attempt the 60-day fast first. Only if you’re genuinely unable to complete it can you pay the monetary equivalent.