Is it permissible to appoint someone to perform Hajj on behalf of a deceased person for a fee?

Question:
Fatwa number 6515. The questioner says: A man passed away two years ago and was unable to find a way to perform Hajj. Now, his family and children wish to perform Hajj on his behalf, but they do not have enough money to bring someone from Pakistan to perform it. Therefore, they want to appoint one of the Muslims residing in Makkah al-Mukarramah. They will provide him with the expenses incurred by his going to Mina and 'Arafah and the sacrifice, so that he performs Hajj on his behalf. Will this Hajj be valid for him, and will he receive its reward? Please clarify. May Allah reward you with good.

Answer:
The Permanent Committee for Scholarly Research and Ifta responded as follows: The determining factor in performing Hajj on behalf of another is the miqat of the person performing it on behalf of someone else, according to the correct opinion of the scholars. Accordingly, it is permissible for you to appoint someone from the people of Makkah or similar nearby areas close to the Haram to perform Hajj on behalf of your father. And success is from Allah.