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Is it permissible to use an ATM card if the bank deducts a monthly fee for it, and when would there be an issue with using it?

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It is permissible for the bank to deduct monthly fees in exchange for services it provides to the cardholder, based on a resolution by the Islamic Fiqh Academy. Accordingly:

- It is not permissible to issue or use the card if it involves usurious interest. - It is permissible to issue the card if it does not contain usurious conditions. - It is permissible to take a fixed fee upon issuance or renewal in exchange for services. - It is permissible to take a commission from the merchant, provided that the selling price with the card is similar to the cash price. - Cash withdrawal is permissible if it does not result in usurious interest, and the fixed fees for the service are not considered usury. - Any increase beyond the actual services is prohibited because it is usury (riba). - It is not permissible to purchase gold, silver, and currencies with an uncovered card.

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