🏡 Rights & responsibilities · #26
What is the ruling on tubal ligation or vasectomy?
Permanent sterilisation such as tubal ligation or vasectomy is in principle forbidden, except for a medical need confirmed by a specialist doctor.
This is because it permanently removes the capacity for offspring without need, whereas preserving lineage is among the objectives of the Shariah. Permitted situations include when a further pregnancy could endanger the mother's life or health, based on medical confirmation. The decision should be made jointly by husband and wife. Refer to your state's fatwa and a religious officer if you are in this situation. See Fertility & IVF.
This is because it permanently removes the capacity for offspring without need, whereas preserving lineage is among the objectives of the Shariah. Permitted situations include when a further pregnancy could endanger the mother's life or health, based on medical confirmation. The decision should be made jointly by husband and wife. Refer to your state's fatwa and a religious officer if you are in this situation. See Fertility & IVF.
Sources
Surah al-Baqarah 2:195Muzakarah of the National Fatwa Committee (sterilisation)