I’ve been paying fidyah at $1.40 for previous years. Do I need to make up the difference?

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No, your previous payments based on $1.40 were valid and complete according to the ruling at that time. You do not need to make up any difference. However, for any fidyah obligations arising after the new rate takes effect (from 1 Ramadan 1447H), you should use the new $4.00 rate or the transitional rate during Ramadan if your circumstances require it.

I’ve been paying fidyah at $1.40 for previous years. Do I need to make up the difference?

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