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Zakat Calculator
Calculate your Zakat with confidence using a practical, scholar-guided method. Enter your assets and liabilities to estimate what is due, then continue to donate through the secure IslamQA checkout flow.
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Frequently asked questions
Who has to pay Zakat?
A Muslim who owns wealth equal to or above Nisab for one lunar year must pay Zakat, provided the basic conditions are met.
How is Zakat calculated?
Add zakatable assets, subtract immediate liabilities, and if the remaining amount is at or above Nisab, pay 2.5% of that amount.
What is Nisab and which threshold is used here?
Nisab is the minimum wealth threshold that makes Zakat obligatory. This calculator uses the silver Nisab as the primary threshold and also shows the gold Nisab as a reference.
What is the difference between Zakat and Sadaqah?
Zakat is an annual obligatory act with specific recipient rules. Sadaqah is voluntary charity that can be given at any time.
Can I pay Zakat in installments?
Many scholars allow installments as long as payment is not unduly delayed and the full due amount is completed.
Who can receive Zakat?
Zakat must be given to eligible recipients defined in Islamic law. If you are unsure, consult a qualified local scholar before disbursement.