Female showing her face to immigration officers
Question
In Indian airports, we are required to show our faces for immigration. There is no segregation for women, and many people are around while I reveal my face. What should I do?
Answer
Unfortunately, they do not uphold the laws of Shari’ah. Hence, since you are forced to reveal your face in this situation, you will be excused. However, as a precaution you should make istighfaar.
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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