Kaffarah is a mandatory expiation required when a fast during Ramadan is knowingly and intentionally broken without a valid Islamic reason. Fasting holds great sanctity in Islam, and Kaffarah serves as a serious act of repentance and accountability.
It becomes obligatory when a person deliberately breaks a fast in Ramadan without a valid excuse. The purpose of Kaffarah is to atone for violating a sacred obligation, reinforce discipline and responsibility in worship, and support the poor by providing food to those in need.
By giving Kaffarah, you fulfil your religious duty while helping those who face hunger.
“Allah will not hold you accountable for unintentional oaths, but He will hold you accountable for deliberate oaths. The expiation for it is feeding ten poor people…”
— (Qur’an 5:89)
Fast 60 consecutive days
Feed 60 poor people
Your Kaffarah donations are used strictly to:
Kaffarah is required for intentionally breaking a fast or a serious oath
Flexible donations welcome
If a fast is missed due to valid reasons (illness, travel, etc.) and can be made up later, only Qada is required — no Kaffarah.
Yes, when a fast is intentionally broken without a valid excuse.
Yes. Fasting 60 consecutive days is the primary obligation.
Kaffarah is due for each intentionally broken fast.
No Kaffarah is required. Only Qada (making up the fast).
No. Missed prayers require Qada only.
No. Zakat cannot be used for Kaffarah.
Poor and needy individuals eligible to receive charity.
Yes. Arsh Foundation distributes it on your behalf according to Islamic guidelines.
