Fidya for Missed Fasts: A Practical Calculation Guide

Fidya is commonly discussed when a person cannot fast and the missed fasts cannot be made up later. Whether Fidya applies, and the appropriate daily amount, depend on the circumstances and local religious guidance.

The calculation

The arithmetic is simple: number of missed fasting days multiplied by the daily Fidya rate. Our calculator asks for both values and keeps them in your browser.

An arithmetic example

If a local authority gives a daily rate of 12 in your currency and you have confirmed that Fidya applies to 5 days, the calculation is 5 × 12 = 60. This is only an example of multiplication, not a recommendation of a rate, number of days, or remedy for any individual.

Confirm the rate before you calculate

• Use the rate published or recommended by your local mosque, charity, or qualified authority.
• Check that the rate is for the correct year and currency.
• Do not assume that every missed fast has the same remedy; individual circumstances can differ.

Use the result carefully

The calculator is an arithmetic aid, not a fatwa. It does not decide eligibility or replace personal guidance from a qualified scholar.

Questions to settle before paying

• Does Fidya apply to your circumstances according to the guidance you follow?
• Is making up the fasts later possible or required in your situation?
• Which organisation or local authority sets the rate, and is it current for this year?
• Should the amount be paid directly, through a mosque, or through a recognised charity?