Delaying Hajj Due to a Weak Immune System

Q: Will it be correct for a person who suffers with a weak immune system or continuous influenza (flu or cold) to delay his fardh hajj due to this?

 

A: No, it is not permissible for such a person to delay performing the fardh hajj. He should make necessary arrangements to take medication, warm clothes, etc. with him on the journey to assist him in his condition.

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

يمشي قليلا فيضيق نفسه فيحتاج إلى الاستراحة ثم يمشي قليلا فلا يقدر إلا بعد الاستراحة هكذا وله زاد وراحلة لا يجوز له تأخير الحج وكذا اذا كان يضره الهواء البارد وينجمد بلغمه ويضيق نفسه (غنية الناسك صـ 12)

Answered by:

Mufti Zakaria Makada

Checked & Approved:

Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)