What is the فدية for deliberately using perfume while in the state of الإحرام?

Deliberately applying perfume or fragrance to the body or clothing while in the state of الإحرام is prohibited, and doing so requires a فدية (ransom/penalty). The majority of scholars apply the same فدية framework as for shaving the head during الإحرام, giving the الحاج three options: fasting three days, feeding six poor persons (half a sa' each), or sacrificing a sheep. This is أُسس through analogy (qiyas) with the explicit القرآنic فدية for hair removal, as scholars consider all الإحرام prohibitions of this category to carry the same penalty.

الشيخ ابن باز confirmed this ruling, stating that deliberately applying perfume — including cologne, scented oils, incense, or any substance with a pleasant fragrance — requires the فدية. The perfume must be washed off immediately in addition to paying the فدية. He noted that this applies to the body and clothing alike; using scented soap, scented tissues, or any product with fragrance falls under this ruling if the fragrance is noticeable.

الشيخ ابن عثيمين distinguished between three scenarios: (1) deliberate use with knowledge of the prohibition — فدية required plus sin; (2) deliberate use without knowledge of the prohibition — فدية not required عند the stronger opinion (as the person was ignorant); (3) accidental use or forgetfulness — no فدية required if the perfume is removed immediately upon realization. This distinction is based on the hadith: 'My ummah has been forgiven for mistakes, forgetfulness, and what they are coerced into.'