What is riba (usury), and what is the ruling on online shopping cards where an estimated amount is calculated upon top-up?
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If this purchase card is filled by the buyer, and then used for purchase, it is permissible. The issuing entity is allowed to take a fixed amount or a known percentage when the buyer fills the card, in exchange for the services it provides.
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