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Simplify Your Zakat Calculation

Determining your Zakat seems to be a difficult task. However, it isn't as challenging as you might think of it. All you need to do is categorise your assets and liabilities in away that makes it convenient for you to calculate Zakat. To make it even more convenient and quick, use our Zakat Calculator to find out how much you need to pay.

AWF Zakat Calculator has simplified the calculation by dividing assets into items to be considered to pay Zakat for (such as gold, silver, cash, savings, and business assets) and deductible liabilities (including debts and other outgoing payments). Using this breakdown, you can easily calculate Zakat.

Once you assess the value of your net assets, you can determine the amount of Zakat. owed. It's crucial to compare your net assets to the nisab threshold to find out whether Zakat is obligatory.

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Zakat is calculated according to the Gold or Silver Nisab levels. Due to the high price of Gold compared to the price of Silver, Muslim Charity uses the Silver Nisab level to calculate Zakat so that maximum assistance is provided to the poor and needy as Zakat is to be calculated with the best interests of the poor and needy beneficiaries in mind.

Nisab of Zakat

The Nisab of Zakat is the minimum amount of wealth a Muslim possesses. These assets must be in the possession for over one lunar year to be eligible to pay Zakat. The sum is commonly known as the nisab threshold.

The nisab of Zakat is calculated on the values of Gold and Silver. In 2024, the determined value of nisab is 87.48 grams of gold and 612.36 grams of silver.

CURRENT NISAB VALUE (11 November 2024)

Gold Nisab*

£5,848.69
(87.48g)

Silver Nisab*

£478.45
(612.36g)

*Nisab values are updated regularly

Utilise our Zakat Calculator 2024 to determine how much you need to pay.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When deciding which charity to donate to, it's important to do your search and find one that aligns with your values and interests.

Zakat is typically calculated as 2.5% of one's savings and wealth above the Nisab threshold. This includes cash, gold, silver, and other assets held for more than a lunar year. The Nisab is the minimum amount of wealth a Muslim must have before they are obligated to pay Zakat, equivalent to 87.48 grams of gold or 612.36 grams of silver.

Zakat can be given to family members who qualify under the categories of recipients, provided they are not immediate dependents, such as one's parents, children, or spouse. It is encouraged to help extended family members in need.

Zakat is due once a lunar year (Hijri year) has passed since the wealth reached the Nisab threshold. Many Muslims choose to pay their Zakat during the month of Ramadan due to its increased spiritual significance, but it can be paid at any time of the year.

It is important to choose reputable and trustworthy organizations or individuals who have a clear understanding of Zakat distribution rules. Many Islamic charitable organizations specialize in distributing Zakat according to Islamic guidelines. Verifying their processes and transparency can help ensure that Zakat reaches those in need.