Will one be sinful for not wearing a seat belt?

Q: I would like to know if a Muslim would be sinful if they are not wearing their seat belt/a safety belt in a car/vehicle? 

A: No.

And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.

Answered by:

Mufti Zakaria Makada

Checked & Approved:

Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)