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What is the ruling on taking a sum of money in exchange for bringing students to an agent who handles the application procedures for studying abroad?

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It appears the question is about agreeing with an agent to bring students who deal with him in exchange for a commission. There is no objection to this, and it is considered brokerage. The fee for a broker has been deemed permissible by most jurists. The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said: "Muslims are bound by their conditions."

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