The 5 Pillar Zakat is a core Islamic obligation designed to purify wealth and support social balance. For Muslims in the UAE, understanding Islamic nisab thresholds, eligible assets, recipient categories, and correct calculation methods is essential—especially for traders and businesses dealing in cash and commodities such as metal scrap.
This guide explains how to compute Zakat sadaqah correctly and how to use our Calculator for accurate Zakat computation.
نَوَيْتُ أَنْ أُخْرِجَ زَكَاةَ أَمْوَالِي فَرْضًا ِللهِ تَعَالَى
اللّهُمَّ اجعلها زكاةً مقبولةً، وطهِّر بها أموالنا، وبارك لنا فيما أبقيت، وتقبّلها منّا يا ربَّ العالمين، واجعلها سببًا لرضاك، وستراً لذنوبنا، وفرجًا لهمومنا، إنك أنت السميع العليم.
Nisab for Zakat computation is the minimum amount of wealth a Muslim must own before it becomes due. It is measured using the market value of gold or silver in the UAE.
If a person’s total eligible assets equal or exceed the nisab and remain in their possession for one lunar year, zakat computation becomes due.
Eligible assets typically include:
Personal-use assets such as residence, vehicles, and household items are excluded.
For liquid assets and trade goods, the applicable rate is:
2.5% of net eligible wealth
If total eligible assets amount to AED 500,000 and liabilities are AED 100,000:
👉 For precise results, use our Zakat computation tool, designed for UAE individuals and businesses.
Zakat must be distributed only to those entitled under Islamic law. These include:
Distribution must strictly follow these categories.
Zakat computation on animals applies only when they:
| Number Owned | Due |
|---|---|
| 40–120 | 1 |
| 121–200 | 2 |
| 201–399 | 3 |
| 400+ | 1 per 100 |
| Number Owned | Due |
|---|---|
| 30–39 | 1 one-year calf |
| 40–59 | 1 two-year cow |
| 60 | 2 calves |
| Each +30 | Add 1 calf |
| Each +40 | Add 1 cow |
| Number Owned | Due |
|---|---|
| 5–9 | 1 sheep |
| 10–14 | 2 sheep |
| 15–19 | 3 sheep |
| 20–24 | 4 sheep |
| 25–35 | 1 one-year camel |
| 36–45 | 1 two-year camel |
| 46–60 | 1 three-year camel |
Zakat Fitrah is paid per individual before Eid al-Fitr and is separate from wealth-based zakat. It is not calculated on business assets or savings.
Manual calculations can be complex, especially for businesses. Our Zakat Calculator helps you:
Payment of zakat in the UAE is voluntary by law and is fulfilled as a religious obligation under Islamic principles.
Al Qasr Al Muneer Tr LLC provides this information and any related Zakat Calculator for educational and informational purposes only. The company does not collect, receive, manage, promote, or endorse the payment of zakat on behalf of any individual, entity, or authority.
All calculations and explanations are based on general Islamic guidelines and are intended to assist users in understanding nisab thresholds and calculation methods. Users are solely responsible for verifying inputs and fulfilling their religious obligations according to their own beliefs or through consultation with qualified scholars.
Payment of zakat in the UAE is voluntary by law and remains a personal religious responsibility. Al Qasr Al Muneer Tr LLC accepts no liability for decisions made using this information.