Father refusing to pay child support

Q: Can a father refuse to pay nafaqah (child support) for his child if his ex wife denies him access to his child?

A: No. Irrespective of the circumstance, he is responsible.

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

 

Answered by:

Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)