About the Journal

Journal title Jurnal Pengurusan Dan Penyelidikan Fatwa 
Journal of Fatwa Management and Research
Initials JFATWA
ISSN 2232-1047 (Printed)
eISSN 0127-8886 (online)
Frequency January, May and September
DOI Prefix 10.33102/jfatwa- Crossref linked
Editor-in-chief Professor Dr. Azman Ab Rahman , Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia, Malaysia
Managing Editor Dr. Hussein 'Azeemi Abdullah Thaidi, ChM Dzulfadli Rosli , Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia, Malaysia
Publisher USIM Press
Citation Analysis  Scopus | Google Scholar 
Peer Review Double Blind Review

 

JURNAL PENGURUSAN DAN PENYELIDIKAN FATWA (JFATWA), also known as The Journal of Fatwa Management and Research, engages a broad readership with its interdisciplinary approach to all vital themes related to Fatwa and Halal research. The journal examines issues that cross both academic and international frontiers, showcasing research with wide-reaching implications. Guided by a distinguished editorial board and selected peer reviewers, JFATWA is committed to fostering essential, contemporary dialogues in the fields of Fatwa and Halal studies. It eagerly invites innovative ideas and research directions in related areas.

Beginning January 1, 2022, JFATWA is published three times a year by the Institut Fatwa dan Halal (IFFAH) at Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia (USIM).  The journal stands as a crucial resource for scholars, regulatory authorities, and experts in Syariah, Fatwa, and Halal fields. The journal's editorial team is dedicated to fostering an environment of open and rigorous discourse and invites contributions from various disciplines. These contributions may employ different research methodologies and originate from diverse global perspectives. The journal also encourages the submission of original works in Malay, English, and Arabic, which must be previously unpublished and not under consideration by other publications.

Authors are encouraged to submit manuscripts relevant to the scope of JFATWA. It is crucial to familiarize yourself with our peer-review process; articles undergo a rigorous double-blind review to maintain the highest standards of scholarly integrity. Acceptance of manuscripts is contingent upon the recommendations of peer reviewers and the final approval of the Editorial Board. Additionally, authors must adhere strictly to the author guidelines and manuscript template provided on our website. Submissions that do not conform to these guidelines or that deviate from the specified format will be rejected by the editorial team prior to review. Only manuscripts that meet these formatting standards will be considered for publication. The electronic manuscript submissions can be uploaded via https://jfatwa.usim.edu.my/index.php/jfatwa/submission/wizard

Manuscripts and any related correspondence must be submitted to the Editor-in-Chief through our online submission system (OJS). This journal utilizes the LOCKSS and CLOCKSS archival systems, hosted by Stanford University Libraries in the United Kingdom, under the PKP Private LOCKSS and CLOCKSS Network program. To uphold the highest community standards in archival practices, JFATWA conforms to the Sherpa Romeo archiving standards.

Announcements

Revised Article Processing Charges (APC) for JFATWA

27-05-2025

JAFTWA remains fully committed to open access: every article we publish is immediately and permanently free for readers worldwide. To preserve this model while upholding the highest publishing standards, we are revising our Article Processing Charges (APC). All articles accepted after 1 June 2025 will be subject to the revised APC, as follows:

RM1,900 (main/corresponding author based in Malaysia)

USD450 (main/corresponding author based outside Malaysia)

These fees are invoiced only after a manuscript has successfully completed peer review and been formally accepted; there are no charges at the point of submission, and the double-blind review process remains entirely independent of any payment considerations.

The APC underwrites the essential functions that keep JFATWA credible and accessible. It sustains a rigorous peer-review system in which manuscripts are assessed by subject-area specialists and every editorial decision is recorded transparently, safeguarding scholarly integrity from submission to publication. It also covers professional journal production and comprehensive metadata enrichment that maximise global discoverability. Also, the fee supports secure online hosting on the latest OJS platform with frequent backups, perpetual digital archiving for long-term accessibility, and the creation of full XML and HTML versions to ensure wider indexing and seamless machine readability across research databases. Finally, the APC enables us to maintain a skilled editorial and technical team that oversees day-to-day operations and ensures reliable support for authors and reviewers throughout the publishing process.

We thank our authors, reviewers and readers for their continued support and look forward to publishing high-impact research that advances Shariah, fiqh, fatwa and halal studies.

— JFATWA Editorial Office

Read more about Revised Article Processing Charges (APC) for JFATWA

Current Issue

Vol. 30 No. 2 (2025): May Issue
Published: 30-05-2025

Articles

  • Halal Awareness in Gastronomy Tourism: The Role of Fatwa in Local Dishes of Malaysia and Indonesia

    Siti Syahirah Saffinee, Wan Nazri Che Mat Safiee, Mohammad Aizat Jamaludin, Setiyawan Gunardi, Luciana Anggraeni, Husna Zainal Abidin
    1 - 16
    https://doi.org/10.33102/jfatwa.vol30no2.609

  • Fatwa On Financial Needs in Non-Muslim Majority Countries: A Case On Mortgages and Insurance

    Abdul Shakoor Dalvi, Md Faruk Abdullah, Abu Bakkar Siddique
    17 - 33
    https://doi.org/10.33102/jfatwa.vol30no2.624

  • Shariah-Compliant E-Payment Framework in Malaysia: Integrating Fiqh, Digital Security and Regulatory Governance

    Mohd Zulkifli Muhammad, Fatihah Mohd, Tamrin Amboala, Hanudin Amin, Wan Fatin Fatihah Yahya, Muhammad Khalilur Rahman, Azila Jaini, Mohammad Salim Al-Rawashdeh
    34 - 54
    https://doi.org/10.33102/jfatwa.vol30no2.638

  • The Role and Responsibilities of Halal Executives in Food Manufacturing in Malaysia: A Qualitative Study

    Nur Shamira Jamil Nasri, Anis Najiha Ahmad, Yumi Zuhanis Has-Yun Hashim, Irshad A. Cader
    55 - 79
    https://doi.org/10.33102/jfatwa.vol30no2.670

  • Concept of Halal Matchmaking for Muslim Marriage: Fatwa Perspective

    Kyoichiro Sugimoto, Betania Kartika Muflih
    80 - 101
    https://doi.org/10.33102/jfatwa.vol30no2.662

  • Dental Disease Treatment In The Tib Manuscript MSS2515 Via Halal Material Usage

    Ahmad Bazli Ahmad Hilmi, Nazariyah Yahaya, Liyana Amalina Adnan, Zulkarnin Zakaria, Muhammad Hakim Kamal, Nur Nadia Fadhlina Daman Huri, Nurdalila A'wani Abd Aziz
    102 - 113
    https://doi.org/10.33102/jfatwa.vol30no2.664

  • Mudharabah Instrument Via an Integrated Waqf–Equity Crowdfunding Model For Sustainable Blended Financing In Malaysia

    Muhammad Shahrul Ifwat Ishak, Abdulmajeed M.R. Aderemi, Nur Rasyidah Kamaruzaman, Mohd Izuwan Mohd Izuwan
    114 - 138
    https://doi.org/10.33102/jfatwa.vol30no2.694

  • Analisis Penyenaraian Haiwan Menerusi Kitab Kasyf Al-Litham 'An As-Ilah Al-Anam Karya Syeikh Zainul Abidin Bin Muhammad Al-Fatani Menurut Perspektif Halal Dan Haram

    Mohd Mahyeddin Mohd Salleh, A'wani Aziz Nurdalila, Setiyawan Gunardi, Hajah Mas Nooraini Haji Mohiddin, Chairill Anuar Abdul Ghani
    139 - 161
    https://doi.org/10.33102/jfatwa.vol30no2.671

  • Mekanisma Dan Analisis Skim Agihan Zakat Di Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) Mengikut Maqasid Syariah Mechanism and Analysis of Zakat Distribution Schemes at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) According to Maqasid Syariah

    Azman Ab Rahman, Muhammad Azhad Al-Bohari , Siti Nurhafizan Panglima , Ahmad Muhasim, Abubacarr Barrow
    162 - 175
    https://doi.org/10.33102/jfatwa.vol30no2.677
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