Question
Is it permissible when leaving my job to give my manager who is a non-Muslim woman a gift to thank them for supporting and treating me well when I worked there?
For example, they would make sure I never missed Jumua Salah and also helped in many ways with the job etc
Answer
Dealing in matters of friendship and affection with any non-Muslim is not lawful, and likewise, giving gifts to non-Muslims for the sake of friendship and affection is also impermissible. However, if it is given to repay a favor or to express thanks for help, it is permissible.
Therefore, in the mentioned situation, if your intention is only to repay their kindness, you may give them a gift.
Answered by: Arif Raza Madani (Ask Mufti Scholar)
Verified by : Mufti Sajid Attari
Translated by: Arslan Attari