Question
Assalamu Alaikum, I respectfully request guidance regarding my marriage and the issue of talaaq. Our daughter was about 40 days old, my husband gave me the second direct talaaq and did rajuu. After that, he suddenly left the United States and went to Pakistan.It's been 8 months he is still there and didn't support us at all. After going to Pakistan, he started giving conditional statements related to talaaq. First, he said: โCome to Pakistan on February 28 or show me your ticket as proof that you will come later.โ And if you not fulfil this condition 3rd talaaq will happen. I showed him proof of a ticket for a later date, so I fulfilled that condition. Later, he gave another condition and said: โIf you do not come to Pakistan with the baby on April 7th, then divorce will happen.โ In addition to this, he has been threatening me. He said that he will kill me and himself and take away our daughter. I'm scared for my daughter. Additionally, there is currently an unstable and risky situation in the countries through which I would need to travel. My flight on April 7th may be cancelled or may involve very long layovers. I am traveling alone with an infant, and I do not have the financial ability to manage long stays or unexpected travel issues. Because of these safety and financial concerns, I do not feel secure making this journey. My questions are: If I do not go to Pakistan on April 7th due to war and flight cancelation/ Long layovers, will the third talaaq automatically take place? ( I don't want talaaq) Is there any number of limit for conditional talaaq? Because my husband keep using that conditional talaaq for everything JazakAllah khair
Islamic Ruling & Answer
VerifiedWalekumussalam,
Your question is answered as follows: According to Hanafi fiqh, if a husband suspends divorce upon a condition, then if that condition is not fulfilled, the divorce takes effect. Therefore, if you are unable to go to Pakistan on April 7โwhether due to a genuine excuse such as flight cancellation or travel risksโthe third divorce will apparently take place.
However, since this ruling depends on the exact words used and the full details of the situation, it is necessary to consult a reliable Darul Ifta for a final and precise verdict.
As for repeatedly issuing conditional divorce, there is no fixed limit to it. Although suspending divorce on conditions again and again is disliked in Shariah, if the condition is fulfilled, the divorce will take place.
Furthermore, in view of the threats made by your husband, you should prioritize your safety and that of your child, and you should not put yourself in danger under any circumstances.
Answered by
Mufti Tosif Qasmi
March 25, 2026
Related Questions
Nikah Validity Requires Ijab & Qabul
Is Verbal Consent Required for a Valid Nikah?
Invalid Marriage Conditional Divorce Not Effective
Handling a Difficult Mother with Wisdom
Marriage Without Witnesses
Apologizing to non-mahrams-permissible?