How Much is Fidya for Shahr Ramadan 2025?

For Muslims around the world, the month of Ramadan is one of the most spiritually significant times of the year — a month dedicated to strengthening our faith, increasing acts of kindness, and fostering a sense of gratitude.

One of the responsibilities observed during Shahr Ramadan is fidya, a charitable donation made when fasting is missed due to unavoidable circumstances. Here’s a breakdown of what fidya is and how it applies.

What is Fidya?

Fidya is a religious compensation required when someone cannot fast due to a valid reason and is unable to make up the missed fasts before the next Shahr Ramadan.These reasons may be temporary — such as illness or surgery — or long-term, such as old age or chronic health conditions.

A pregnant woman who did not fast due to concern for her baby must pay fidya and later make up the missed fasts.

If a fast is missed due to a short-term issue (e.g., illness), it must be made up later as a qadha fast. Fidya is only required if the missed fast is not completed before the following Shahr Ramadan.

If fasting is permanently too difficult — such as due to advanced age or a long-term illness — fidya can be paid instead of keeping the fasts.

How much is Fidya?

Fidya is the equivalent of 750 grams (1.65 lbs) of staple food, such as rice or flour, per missed fast. This is currently set at $2 per day of missed fast.

This vital contribution helps those facing hardship, ensuring the less fortunate receive meals during the sacred month. To find out more about fidya or to make a donation, click here!