Question:
Assalam’alykum
Dear Brother,
I would like to know if it is permissible to work in a non-Islamic bank?
I actually work for an offshore company which specializes in Trust Services.
However the department is a subsidiary of a big international bank.
Thanks
Answer:
wa `alaykum salam,
According to the scholars of Shariah it is not permissible for a Muslim to work even as a guard or driver for banks that in any way deal with interest. If it is the only job available as needed source of income then it is temporarily permissible, but you should look for another job as soon as possible.
Imam Senad Agic
Head Imam (IABNA)
The Islamic Association of Bosniaks in North America
American Islamic Center – Chicago
