Will foster children inherit

· 14 Rajab 1438 AH1 min readEnglish
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Question

What is the position of foster children when it comes to inheriting?

Answer

They are not heirs of their foster parents.

And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.

Answered by
Mufti Zakaria Makada
Checked & approved by
Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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