Gold Nisab
The gold Nisab is commonly based on 87.48 grams of gold. This usually gives a higher threshold.
Islamic giving
Zakat Calculator and Guide
Understand Zakat, check the Nisab threshold, calculate an estimated 2.5% payment and support humanitarian work through a single merged Zakat page.
What is Zakat?
Zakat is one of the Five Pillars of Islam. It is an obligatory form of giving for eligible Muslims and is commonly understood as a way to purify wealth, support people in need and recognise that wealth is a trust from Allah.
The word Zakat is often associated with purification and growth. It is not only a charitable act; for those who meet the conditions, it is a religious obligation.
Who must pay Zakat?
Zakat is generally due from an eligible adult Muslim whose zakatable wealth has remained above the Nisab threshold for a lunar year. The exact details can vary by school, scholar and personal circumstances.
Zakat is normally calculated on eligible wealth such as cash, savings, gold, silver, business stock, trade goods and certain investments, after deducting immediate liabilities.
Silver Nisab
The silver Nisab is commonly based on 612.36 grams of silver. This usually gives a lower threshold.
Zakat rate
If your eligible net wealth is above Nisab, the standard Zakat rate is 2.5% of zakatable wealth.
Zakat calculator
Enter your assets, liabilities and Nisab values. The calculator estimates your Zakat at 2.5% if your net zakatable assets are above the selected Nisab threshold.
Zakatable assets
Liabilities
Donate Zakat
Use this direct form anchor when linking people to Zakat giving: https://www.aidworkers.com/donate/islamic-giving/zakat/#donation-form.
If you intend to accept Zakat through this page, keep a clear public Zakat policy explaining eligibility, distribution and administration. If 100% of a Zakat donation goes to eligible causes, state that clearly in your payment processor and receipts as well.
Eligible recipients and humanitarian impact
Zakat should reach eligible recipients. In humanitarian contexts, Zakat can help people facing poverty, debt, displacement, hunger, lack of shelter, medical needs and urgent hardship.
When administered properly, Zakat can provide food, shelter, healthcare, education support, debt relief and practical help for people who have been pushed into crisis.
Zakat FAQs
What is Zakat?
Zakat is one of the Five Pillars of Islam. It is an obligatory form of giving for eligible Muslims whose zakatable wealth is above the Nisab threshold.
How much Zakat is usually paid?
The standard Zakat rate on eligible wealth is 2.5%, calculated after assessing zakatable assets and deductible immediate liabilities.
What is Nisab?
Nisab is the minimum threshold of wealth above which Zakat becomes due. It is commonly linked to the value of 87.48 grams of gold or 612.36 grams of silver.
Should I use the gold or silver Nisab?
Different scholars and charities advise differently. Silver usually creates a lower threshold and may mean more people pay Zakat. Check with a qualified scholar or trusted Islamic charity.
Is the calculator a religious ruling?
No. The calculator is a practical estimate only. It is not a fatwa or religious ruling.
Where can Zakat be donated?
Zakat should go to eligible recipients. Many Islamic charities publish Zakat policies explaining how they assess eligibility and distribute funds.