DWQA QuestionsCategory: QuestionsSeeking Fiqh guidance and practical help for prolonged separation from family
danish shaikh asked 2 weeks ago

In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful.
Respected H.E. Sheikh Fadhel Al-Sahlani, As-salamu alaykum.
I am writing to you seeking urgent Fiqh guidance and practical community assistance. I have been living in the United States since 2021. Due to my circumstances, I have been separated from my wife, Rida, and my two daughters, who are all back home in India.
Living in this society alone for so many years has created a severe hardship. I do not subscribe to any specific sect; I am simply a Muslim who strives to follow the Quran and the Sunnah. My primary goal is to protect my faith, lower my gaze, and strictly avoid falling into any haram activities.
Because I am struggling with the natural needs of a man in prolonged isolation, I am seeking a permissible, Halal path.
My questions for your eminence are:
1. Under your jurisprudence, is Nikah Mut’ah permissible for a Muslim in my exact situation to protect himself from sin?
2. If it is permissible, does the Al-Khoei Foundation or the local community offer any practical assistance, matchmaking, or trusted contacts to help facilitate this in a strictly Halal and valid manner?
I am seeking the safety of a Halal contract rather than falling into the sins of the society around me. I would be deeply grateful for your fatwa on my situation, and any practical help your office can provide.
JazakAllah Khair for your time and guidance.

findmedanish@gmail.com
Danish Shaikh

1 Answers
Fiqh Department Staff answered 2 weeks ago

 السلام عليكم ورحمة الله وبركاته
As Salaamu Alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh,
We hope this message finds you in good health and high Islamic spirit.

  1. Yes, it is permissible to perform Mut’ah (temporary marriage) with a Muslim lady.
  2. Unfortunately, we do not offer such services.