An 18-year-old blind Muslim student in Leicester is the first to be allowed to take his guide dog into a UK mosque.
In Islam dogs are regarded as unclean and so not allowed in mosques.
However, the Muslim Law (Shari'ah) Council UK has now issued a fatwa which allows guide dogs inside mosques but not in the prayer room.
The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association and the Muslim Council of Britain worked together to support Mohammed Abraar Khatri's request.
The Guide Dog Association said it was "a massive step forward for other blind and partially sighted Muslims".
An association spokesman said: "It is also hoped that mosque leaders both in the UK and internationally will now make similar adjustments to enable Muslim guide dog owners to enter their mosque."
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