If the couple both agree to that then there is nothing wrong with it, unless staying apart will lead one of the couple to do something wrong such as doing something haraam or neglecting the children. In this case it is not permissible, because the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) said: “There should be neither harming nor reciprocating harm.” And Allaah knows best.
She wants to travel for five months away from her husband
Question 5322
Is it permissible for a woman to travel
away from her husband for five months or more?
Answer
Praise be to Allah, and blessings and peace be upon the Messenger of Allah:
Rights of spouses
Source:
Sheikh Muhammed Salih Al-Munajjid
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