Is it permissible to remain employed at an interest-based bank due to the unavailability of an alternative, and because of family and financial obligations, even though the wife works and has her own income?
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It is obligatory to leave work in a Riba-based bank immediately, unless there is a necessity that prevents it. If such a necessity exists, where basic needs cannot be met otherwise, then it is permissible to remain in this forbidden work until a permissible job becomes available. And whoever fears Allah and relies upon Him, He will provide for him from where he does not expect.
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