Is there an expiation for bribery?

The questioner : Our brother Muhammad’s son has a question: Is there an expiation for bribery?

The Shaykh : There is no expiation for it. But what do you think? Is bribery a sin or not a sin?

The questioner : It is a sin.

The Shaykh : It is a sin. Good. Which is easier, a sin that has an expiation or a sin that has no expiation? Which do you think is easier?

The questioner : The sin that has an expiation is easier.

The Shaykh : Well done. There is no expiation for bribery.

The questioner : ... Allahu Akbar ... except for repentance.

The Shaykh : Except for repentance. Do you allow us, Abu ...
Glory be to You, O Allah, and praise be to You. I bear witness that there is no deity but You. I seek Your forgiveness and turn to You in repentance.
Welcome to you.