Fatwa explains inheritance delay rules
The Secretary of the Ifta Department at the Egyptian Dar al-Ifta, Dr. Ali Fakhr, discussed the ruling on delaying the division of inheritance after the father's death. He confirmed that the estate passes to the heirs legally after fulfilling the rights of preparing the deceased, paying off debts, and executing any bequests. Delaying the division without a legitimate reason is forbidden and will be subject to accountability before God. When adult heirs agree among themselves without causing harm, it is permissible to postpone the division; however, if there are minors involved, their rights must be preserved through the appropriate authorities. It is also preferable to expedite the division of the inheritance after settling these rights to prevent disputes.
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