Zakat
Zakat is due once a year, as soon as a full lunar (Islamic) year has passed on savings above the Nisab. It is 2.5% of what you own, and every penny of it reaches people eligible to receive it.
What is Zakat?
Zakat is the amount of money that every adult, mentally stable, free, and financially able Muslim, male and female, has to give to support specific categories of people.
The category of people is defined in surah at-Taubah (9) verse 60: “The alms are only for the poor and the needy, and those who collect them, and those whose hearts are to be reconciled, and to free the captives and the debtors, and for the cause of Allah, and (for) the wayfarers; a duty imposed by Allah. Allah is knower, Wise.” (The Holy Qur’an 9:60).
How much Zakat do I owe?
Add up what you own and what you owe. The calculator works out your 2.5% and you can give the exact amount at the end.
Today's Nisab
If your savings have stayed above the silver Nisab for a full lunar year, Zakat of 2.5% is due. Prices updated 1 October 2026.
Calculate your Zakat
Work out exactly how much Zakat you owe — step by step, just like in the app.
"And establish prayer and give Zakat, and whatever good you put forward for yourselves - you will find it with Allah."
2:110, Qur'an
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Frequently Asked Questions About Zakat
What is Zakat?
Who is eligible to receive Zakat?
How is Zakat calculated?
What is the Nisab threshold?
When should Zakat be paid?
What types of wealth are subject to Zakat?
What are the benefits of paying Zakat?
How does Zakat differ from Sadaqah?
Can I pay my Zakat early, or in parts?
Yes. You can pay before it is due, in one payment or in parts, as long as the full amount is paid by the day it falls due. The Prophet ﷺ accepted al-Abbas’s Zakat before it was due (Abu Dawud and al-Tirmidhi). Delaying it past that day without a reason is not allowed.
Is Zakat due on gold jewellery I wear?
Yes. The position we follow is that Zakat is due on gold and silver jewellery, including jewellery that is worn, once your total reaches the Nisab. Add its current value in the calculator above.
Which Nisab should I use, gold or silver?
Our calculator uses silver by default. It is the lower of the two, so more people pay Zakat and more of it reaches those in need. Today’s figures are shown above the calculator.
Is any of my Zakat used for running costs?
No. Zakat is kept separate, given only to people eligible to receive it, and never used for admin. Our running costs are paid from a separate admin fund and Gift Aid. Read our donation policy.
Eligibility and Calculation of Zakat
To be liable for Zakat, a Muslim must possess wealth over a certain threshold (Nisab) for a lunar year. The Nisab is calculated based on the value of gold or silver. Common Zakatable assets include cash, savings, gold, silver, investments, and business inventory. Essential personal items such as one’s home, clothing, and primary transportation are exempt from Zakat.
Recipients of Zakat
The Quran outlines eight categories of recipients eligible for Zakat (Surah At-Tawbah, 9:60). These include the poor, the needy, Zakat administrators, new Muslims and friends of the Muslim community, those in bondage or captivity, individuals overwhelmed by debt incurred for legitimate purposes, those striving in the cause of Allah, and stranded or needy travelers who require financial aid.
Paying Zakat purifies one's wealth, increases blessings, and cultivates a sense of compassion and responsibility towards others. It ensures a fair distribution of wealth, reduces economic disparity, and fosters a spirit of solidarity within the Muslim community.
How Global Helping Hands Utilises Zakat
At Global Helping Hands, we ensure that your Zakat reaches those who need it most. Our dedicated team works tirelessly to distribute Zakat to orphans and widows, refugees and victims of natural disasters, individuals in war-torn regions, and families affected by poverty and crises. We follow strict guidelines to ensure that Zakat is used effectively and transparently, focusing on sustainable development and empowerment of recipients.
None of your Zakat is used for running costs. It is kept separate from other donations and given only to people eligible to receive it. Our running costs come from a separate admin fund and Gift Aid. Read our donation policy.
Zakat is a powerful tool for social change and personal growth. By fulfilling this obligation, you not only cleanse your wealth but also contribute to a more just and compassionate world. At Global Helping Hands, we are committed to ensuring your Zakat brings hope, relief, and a brighter future to those in need.
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Complete Zakat guide
Everything you need to understand and fulfil your Zakat — the nisab, how to calculate it, and who can receive it.