Delegating someone to perform Tawaf-ul-Ifadah and Tawaf-ul-Wada` on my behalf

Q: Is it permissible for me to delegate someone to perform Tawaf-ul-Ifadah (final obligatory circumambulation of the Ka`bah in Hajj) and Tawaf-ul-Wada` (circumambulation of the Ka`bah on leaving Makkah) on my behalf, especially if it is not easy for me to return to Makkah al-Mukarramah because of my old age and weak physical condition?

A: Delegation is not valid or permissible in performing Tawaf-ul-Ifadah nor Tawaf-ul-Wada`. Those who are not able to perform Tawaf, should perform it while being carried. It is a must for you to return to Makkah as mentioned in the relevant Fatwa (legal opinion issued by a qualified Muslim scholar). May Allah grant us success. May Peace and Blessings of Allah be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family and his Companions!