Soundness of mind

Is it haram to adopt a child?

Adoption is generally allowed in Islam and is considered an act of charity, as long as the adopted child is treated with kindness and given the same rights as any other child. However, adopting a child and raising them as your own is not recommended, as it could lead to confusion in the child and can create a sense of divided loyalty between their biological parents and their adoptive parents. Islam also forbids any form of adoption that involves changing the child’s identity or lineage, as this would be considered a form of fraud.