At Muslim Aid, we strive to make paying your Zakat as simple and transparent as possible. Our Zakat calculator is designed to help you understand how to calculate Zakat, determine how much Zakat to pay, and ensure your contribution is accurate according to the latest nisab of Zakat..
Use our Zakat Calculator UK to calculate your Zakat easily, whether it’s on gold, silver, cash, or other assets. If you already know your amount, you can donate instantly using the link below. Calculating your Zakat online has never been easier.
NISAB VALUE (as of 06/06/2026)
Giving Zakat is a one of the Five Pillars of Islam. It is a religious obligation for every eligible Muslim whose wealth exceeds the nisab threshold.
Zakat is calculated at 2.5% of your total savings and assets that have been in your possession for one lunar year. However, knowing how to calculate Zakat correctly depends on the current nisab values, which fluctuate based on gold and silver prices.
That’s why we’ve made it simple. Use our Zakat calculator UK to automatically compute your amount according to the latest nisab for Zakat 2026.
If you’d like to understand how Zakat is calculated in detail – including examples and step-by-step guidance – visit our comprehensive Zakat guide.
Nisab is the minimum amount of wealth a Muslim must own before becoming liable to pay Zakat. It acts as the threshold of eligibility and is directly linked to the value of gold and silver.
Silver – the value of 612.36g of silver
Gold – the value of 87.48g of gold
The nisab of Zakat is derived from these values, based on the principles set by Prophet Muhammad (SAW). Historically, the gold and silver nisab were equal, but today the silver nisab tends to be lower, allowing more people to qualify and give Zakat.
Nisab determines when you become eligible to pay Zakat. If your total wealth including cash, gold, investments, or trade goods reaches or exceeds the nisab threshold, then Zakat becomes due.
To find out whether you qualify:
Our Zakat calculator UK automatically considers the nisab for gold and silver, so you can determine your exact amount with ease.
The nisab for gold is based on 87.48 grams, while the nisab for silver is 612.36 grams. To calculate this in currency:
For example, if 1 gram of gold costs £96, then the gold nisab equals approximately £8,416. Similarly, the silver nisab is around £713, making it more accessible for most people to qualify for Zakat.
When is Zakat due? Zakat becomes due once you have owned wealth above the nisab level for one lunar (Hijri) year. Many Muslims choose to pay during Ramadan, but you can give Zakat at any time after your Zakat anniversary date.
Paying early or in instalments is also permissible. At Muslim Aid, we even allow split Zakat payments, ensuring flexibility while maintaining your religious obligations.
Zakat applies to the wealth you’ve held for a full lunar year. This includes:
Use our Zakat calculator or Zakat al-Fitr calculator to determine what you owe accurately.
Zakat literally means purification – purifying your wealth and soul. It is an act of devotion and social responsibility, ensuring that your wealth benefits others.
At Muslim Aid, we ensure your Zakat donations reach the most vulnerable people across the world for supporting families, rebuilding lives, and bringing relief to those in need.
The Zakat rate is 2.5% of your total qualifying wealth.
For example, if your assets total £10,000 after debts, you pay £250 as Zakat.
You can also calculate Zakat on gold and other valuables directly through our online Zakat calculator.
In the UK, personal taxes like road or income tax are not exempt from Zakat. However, if taxes are overdue, they can be deducted from your Zakatable wealth.
For business owners and self-employed individuals, money set aside for tax returns may also be deducted from your total Zakat amount.
Zakat should be given to the categories mentioned in the Quran (9:60) — including:
Muslim Aid ensures your Zakat is distributed according to these principles, reaching those who need it most.
With over 35 years of experience, Muslim Aid is one of the UK’s most trusted Islamic charities. Most of our campaigns and appeals are Zakat-eligible, ensuring your contribution makes a direct impact on the lives of vulnerable people around the world.
Join hands with Muslim Aid and let your Zakat donations make a difference today.
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