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1.	Is forex trading permissible in Islam?
	The general consensus among Islamic Jurists is that buying and selling of currency is permitted as long as it is done on the spot, and there is no delay of time in exchanging the currencies. Therefore, forex trading is permissible as long as there is an immediate exchange of cash. Although paper currencies nowadays are not backed by gold or any other precious metals (which is impossible since the total amount of trade globally is more than the amount of gold produced so far), it should be presumed that the currencies in circulation has the same purpose and intent as gold, since it is appreciated by human, albeit artificially. Syariah law dictates that any exchange gold and silver must be done immediately. Hence, exchanging of currencies in the Forex market should be done immediately, without delay. This is usually the case in the Forex market nowadays. However, in cases where the handing over of the “commodity” is done within a grace period of two days and not immediately, there is an opinion within the Maliki school of thought which states that a slight delay in transfer of the commodity does not invalidate the sarf (exchange) contract. This is also the view adopted by the the Fiqh Academy and Organisation of Islamic Countries (OIC). Therefore the delay of two days in the case Spot Trading is permissible.
2.	What are the processes involved in the Muis Halal certification?
	Halal Certification in Singapore is voluntary. Businesses decide whether they want to apply for halal certification. Should they proceed to apply, there will be a series of desktop and site audits to determine if the company is capable in maintaining and complying with MUIS halal conditions and requirements. Inspections and checks will continuously take place post-certification. As a basic guideline, generally there are 3 types of requirements in the Halal application process: Halal Requirements - All raw materials used must be Halal and substantiated with supporting documents; Staffing Requirements - There must be a minimum of 2 or 3 Muslim staff employed in each premises applied for Halal certification; System Requirements - The applicant must comply with the 10 principles of the Singapore Muis Halal Quality Management System. To learn more on MUIS Halal Conditions and requirements, you may wish to visit our website at www.halal.sg
3.	How do I apply for Muis Halal certification?
	All Halal applications have to be made via LicenceOne (https://licence1.business.gov.sg). You may wish to refer to the steps below for a better idea: Generally, there are 3 types of requirements in the Halal application process: Halal Requirements - All raw materials used must be Halal and substantiated with supporting documents; Staffing Requirements - There must be a minimum of 2 or 3 Muslim staff employed in each premises applied for Halal certification (3 for Catering or Central Kitchen) System Requirements - The applicant must comply with the 10 principles of the Singapore Muis Halal Quality Management System (HalMQ). Refer below for the process of applying to Muis Halal Certification. 1. Steps to follow prior to submitting an Application for Muis Halal Certification:- Muis Halal Certification Conditions (HCC): Please read through Muis Halal Certification Conditions (HCC) found on our website, http://www.halal.sg > Halal Certification > Scheme Types & Eligibility Criteria (HCC) before submitting the application in LicenceOne (https://licence1.business.gov.sg). Fees Schedule: The list of fees schedule is as attached and can be found the website, Muis \| Muis: Halal Please take note that application fee is applicable for new applications for all schemes and is non-refundable. Application: All applications are submitted via LicenceOne. Please log-in using your CorpPass (applicable to all other schemes) or SingPass (applicable for Hawker and School Canteen schemes). <brand name=""><company name=""><halal certifying="" bodies="">Muis Halal Competency Assessment (HCA):</halal></company></brand> <brand name=""><company name=""><halal certifying="" bodies=""> It is mandatory for one Muslim representative / Halal Assurance Officer and the Halal Team Leader of the company's Halal team to attain a Halal Competency Assessment (HCA) pass. Registration to sit for the HCA can be done at https://hca.studyworks.com.sg. More details on HCA can be found at Muis \| Muis: Halal Process of Halal Certification:- Desktop Audit Muis Halal officer will look through your application online. If the application lacks any information or requires clarifications, our officer will send you a shortcoming notification/"Request For Action" (RFA) through the system. Shortcoming / Request For Action Please follow the steps to submit the requested information in the system. Kindly ensure that you reply to the shortcoming notification prior to the deadline given, via LicenseOne on or before the due date. Audit Inspection Muis Halal officer will then make an appointment to come down for the audit inspection. Recommendation Muis Halal officer will recommend the application to Muis Approving Team upon compliance with Muis Halal Certification Conditions. Approval An invoice will be sent to the registered email once the certificate is ready for collection. 2. Steps to follow Post Certification: Muis Halal certificate holder shall ensure that Muis Halal Certification Conditions are complied with at all times. Pursuant to Muis Halal Certification Conditions, companies are required to update Muis by submitting a 'Change"/"Amend" Application, should there be any changes to their halal team, Muslim staff, supplier, products or ingredients/raw materials. </halal></company></brand> <brand name=""><company name=""><halal certifying="" bodies="">Please also note that changes can be implemented only when approval from Muis has been granted. </halal></company></brand>
4.	How do I contact the MUIS Halal Certification office?
	We are reachable at 6359 1199 or info@muis.gov.sg. Alternatively, you may also want to follow us via twitter @HalalSG. Should you wish to learn more about our Halal Conditions and requirements, you may wish to visit our website at www.halal.sg
5.	What is Muis-recognised Foreign Halal Certification Body (FHCB)?
	Muis-recognised FHCB are foreign halal certifiers that have been assessed to have adopted halal standards that are similar or comparable to the Singapore Muis Halal Standards (SMHS). It is an extension of Muis’ role in facilitating its halal certification as FHCB provides assurance on the halal status of food and beverage products imported from overseas countries.