Water Entering Ear Piercings In Ghusl

QUESTION:

When making Ghusl, does water have to reach the earring holes?

ANSWER:

Yes, it is necessary that the water reaches the earring holes. However, it is not necessary to remove the earrings when taking a Fardh Ghusl. If there is certainty that water will easily enter the piercing with by merely pouring water over the area, then pouring water will suffice.

However, if there is uncertainty in regards to the water entering the piercing, then one is required to pay particular attention and ensure that water enters the piercing. This can be achieved by pouring water while rubbing simultaneously to get the water to enter the piercing. In both cases, as stated above, there is no need to remove the earrings.

والمعتبر فيه غلبة الظن بالوصول ان غلب على ظنها ان الماء لا يدخله الا بتكلف تتكلف وان غلب انه وصله لا تتكلف سواء كان القرط فيه ام لا  (حلبي كبير ص48)

ALLAH TA’ALA ALONE IN HIS INFINITE KNOWLEDGE KNOWS BEST!

ANSWERED BY:

Mufti Abdul Kader Fazlani

Date: 21 Shabaan 1447 / 10 February 2026

CHECKED AND APPROVED BY:

Mufti Yacoob Vally Saheb