Q. If one is not performing Hajj, but will do the Qurbaani, it is not liked to cut nails, trim hair or shave, etc. When is a person allowed to do this? Is it on the day of Eid ul Adhaa before the Eid Salaah or after the qurbaani is actually done? Any other relevant information is appreciated.
A. A person who wishes to do the Qurbani will refrain from trimming/shaving the hair, cutting the nails etc. from the time the crescent (new moon) is sighted to begin the month of Dhul Hijjah until he does the qurbani on the day of Eid. Even though he has performed the Eid Salaah, he must wait until he does the qurbani before cutting the nails, etc.
This practice is Mustahab (Commendable).
And Allah knows best.
Mufti Waseem Khan