Is the excess amount that reached my friend's account rightfully mine after all this time? And if it is not rightfully mine, am I entitled to a legitimate percentage of it? And should I return it in Euros or Saudi Riyals, taking into account the exchange rate fluctuation?
Source: FtawySummary from Ftawy's records · added here Sep 2, 2026
Since the source of the error has been identified and the owner of the money is known, you are obligated to return the money to him in euros, and you are not permitted to take a percentage of it.
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