Is working as an administrative employee in the General Customs Department in a Muslim Arab country forbidden by Sharia, and what is the expiation for that if it is proven to be forbidden?
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The ruling on working in customs has been previously explained: if the work is permissible, then the salary is lawful; and if it is forbidden, then the salary is unlawful. The expiation for this is sincere repentance, leaving the job, and disposing of any amount exceeding one's needs.
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