What is the ruling on working for a company that relies on direct selling and multi-level (network) marketing, where consumer products are purchased at the same market price or lower, and the marketer is given a commission on direct sales and on accounts opened through them, with the possibility of opening a free branch for the marketer after achieving a certain goal, and distributing fixed commissions within the network?

Participation in a company's marketing system that requires purchasing a product, not for its inherent value, but for the sake of joining the system and its anticipated rewards and commissions, leads to gambling. This is because the price paid for an undesired product is considered a gamble. Furthermore, making a participant's commission a percentage of what their team achieves, or contingent upon it, is impermissible. Therefore, it is not permissible to deal with the company under this system. Lawful means of earning are numerous. The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said: "Indeed, the Holy Spirit breathed into my heart that no soul will die until it completes its term and receives its full provision. So, fear Allah and be graceful in seeking."