Performing Qurbani on behalf of one who has the means?

Question and Answer:
Q. My wife has sufficient money to do Qurbani but I would like to do Qurbani for her from my money. Will it be accepted?

A. You can do Qurbani on behalf of your wife provided that you obtain her consent to do so. (al-Fatawa al-Hindiyyah, Vol: 5, Pg: 297)

And Allah Knows Best

Mufti Suhail Tarmahomed

Checked and Approved:
Mufti Ebrahim Desai

Fatwa Department
Jamiatul Ulama (KZN)