Is it permissible to charge a price higher than the actual price for processing transactions and documents, and what is the ruling on that in Islamic law?
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It is permissible to charge a fee for extracting and certifying documents if it is done with mutual consent between the two parties, and without deceit or fraud. This is because Islamic law has not set a ceiling for profit, and it is recommended for a Muslim to be generous and gentle with people.
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