Zakat Al Fitr in the UAE: What you need to know for 2025

Dubai: Many Muslims around the world may be seeking to calculate the amount of Zakat, a compulsory form of charity in Islam that they are required to pay. The UAE Fatwa Council has announced the designated amount for Zakat Al Fitr for 2025. This year, the Council has set the contribution at Dh25 per person in cash or the equivalent value of 2.5 kilogrammes of rice. This donation can support one or more individuals in need.

Zakat Al Fitr is a mandatory charity that must be given before the end of Ramadan. It is obligatory for all Muslims, including men, women, children, and the elderly, provided they are financially capable of giving the required amount, either in food or monetary form.

According to Dubai's Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department (IACAD), Zakat Al Fitr must be paid on behalf of every Muslim, regardless of age. Traditionally, it is given in the form of staple food items such as rice or grains. However, some Islamic scholars permit it to be paid in cash to support those in need.

To calculate your Zakat obligation, you can use this convenient online calculator - Zakat Calculator.

Paying Zakat Al Fitr in the UAE is straightforward and can be done online through authorised platforms. Trusted channels for making your Zakat payment include:

You have the option to donate via bank transfer, SMS or online with your credit or debit card details.

This article was published on March 11, 2025 and has been updated since.