Islamic Inheritance (Faraid)

Faraid refers to the mandatory inheritance shares prescribed by the Quran in Surah An-Nisa (4:11-12). These shares are fixed and cannot be changed by will or agreement.

Yes, a Muslim can bequeath up to 1/3 of their estate as a will (Wasiyyah). The remaining 2/3 must be distributed according to Faraid.

No. In Islamic law, a son receives double the share of a daughter. This is based on Quran 4:11 and takes into account the financial responsibilities of men in Islam.

In the absence of direct heirs, inheritance passes to more distant relatives according to a prescribed hierarchy (Dhawu al-Arham — uterine relatives).

Online calculators provide estimates based on standard Quranic shares. For complex estates, consult a qualified Islamic scholar.