What is the ruling if a pilgrim stipulates conditions for exiting Ihram at the beginning of their commitment?
Chapter on What the Muhrim Must Avoid and What is Permissible for Him
Al-Mughni
Book of Hajj
Primary text
If a person stipulates at the beginning of their Ihram that they may exit if they become sick, their funds are lost or depleted, or similar circumstances, or states, 'If a barrier prevents me, then my place of completion is where I am held,' they have the right to exit when that condition occurs, and they owe nothing—no offering (hady), no making up (qada), nor anything else. This is because stipulations have legal effect in acts of worship. If the condition is stated as, 'If I become sick, I have the option to exit,' then upon confinement, the pilgrim has the choice between exiting or remaining in Ihram. If the stipulation is, 'If I become sick, I am Halal,' then upon the condition occurring, they exit immediately, as it is a valid condition.
Supporting text
If the pilgrim performs prohibited acts (like hunting or acts only permissible after complete dissolution) after the condition for dissolution is met but before actually exiting Ihram, they owe a penalty (damm) for each act. If sexual intercourse occurs, a camel is due in addition to the penalties for other infractions.