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Al Etihad
12-03-2025
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- Al Etihad
Zakat Al Fitr: How much, where and how to donate to charity this Ramadan
9 Mar 2025 23:27 KHALED AL KHAWALDEH (ABU DHABI) Ramadan is a month of giving and generosity. But, as one of the five pillars of Islam, it is also obligatory for Muslims to fulfil their Zakat (charity) before the end of the Holy Al Fitr is intended to purify one's fast and enable the less fortunate to celebrate Eid with dignity. The contribution must be made in cash or staple food items, ensuring that at least two poor people benefit from each Zakat UAE's Council for Fatwa set last year's Zakat Al Fitr amount at Dh25 per person, or 2.5kg of rice, payable before the end of Ramadan, with the rate likely to remain the same this year. Charity Organisations There are several charity organisations across the UAE where Muslims can pay their Zakat Al make the process more convenient, several UAE-based charity organisations have digital platforms where residents can easily pay their Zakat Al Fitr online. Some have pay points at ADNOC petrol stations and outside mosques for those wishing to make their donations UAE's Zakat Fund distributes contributions across various charity projects, including education, healthcare and financial aid for debtors and people with special needs. The public can pay their Zakat Al Fitr online via websites, mobile apps, SMS, the Abu Dhabi Government Portal, or Etihad Airways The General Authority of Islamic Affairs and Endowments, allows individuals to donate towards Islamic affairs, social welfare and orphan care. They have donation booths at several locations that take debit or credit card payments; alternatively, people can donate via the website's e-donation Emirates Red Crescent accepts various Ramadan donations, including Zakat Al Fitr which can be paid directly through their website or at Emirates Red Crescent pop-ups in malls, petrol stations and City for Humanitarian Services (SCHS) has launched the "Your Zakat to Support Our Education" campaign, aiming to raise Dh11 million for 479 students with disabilities. They allow transfers via bank transfer or SMS Big Heart Foundation (TBHF) supports global causes, including education, healthcare and humanitarian aid. They accept donations made directly via their 1 billion Meals Initiative aims to eradicate hunger through a sustainable food aid endowment. They accept one-time donations for Eid Al Fitr, but also collect monthly donations. The deadline for Zakat Al Fitr payments is before the Eid Al Fitr prayers.
Hi Dubai
10-03-2025
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- Hi Dubai
Zakat Al Fitr Set at Dh25 for Ramadan 2025 in the UAE, Fatwa Council Confirms
The UAE's Council for Fatwa has announced the prescribed amount for Zakat Al Fitr, along with expiation amounts for those who miss fasts under various circumstances during Ramadan 2025. Zakat Al Fitr Guidelines Amount : Dh25 per person or 2.5kg of rice. : Dh25 per person or 2.5kg of rice. Recipients : At least two underprivileged individuals. : At least two underprivileged individuals. Obligation : Mandatory for all Muslims—men, women, young, and old—who are financially able. : Mandatory for all Muslims—men, women, young, and old—who are financially able. Deadline: Must be paid before Ramadan ends. Expiation Amounts for Missed Fasts The council has also outlined the compensatory payments (Fidyah and Kaffarah) for those unable to fast or those who deliberately break their fast: Breaking a Fast Intentionally Payment : Dh15 per person for 60 individuals (totaling Dh900). : Dh15 per person for 60 individuals (totaling Dh900). Alternative: 3.25kg of wheat per person. Unable to Fast Due to Health or Other Valid Reasons Payment : Dh15 per person, per missed day. : Dh15 per person, per missed day. Alternative: 3.25kg of wheat per person, per day. Missed Fasts Due to Death If an individual passes away with unfulfilled fasting obligations, their next of kin must: Pay : Dh15 per missed day, or Provide : 3.25kg of wheat per missed day. Delaying a Missed Fast Without Valid Reason Payment : Dh15 per person, per missed day. : Dh15 per person, per missed day. Alternative: 3.25kg of wheat per person, per day. Breaking an Oath While Fasting Payment : Dh15 per person for 10 individuals (totaling Dh150). : Dh15 per person for 10 individuals (totaling Dh150). Alternative: 3.25kg of wheat per person. Muslims in the UAE are urged to ensure their Zakat and expiations are fulfilled on time to uphold the spiritual and charitable obligations of Ramadan. News Source: Khaleej Times
Express Tribune
09-03-2025
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- Express Tribune
Zakat rate set at Dh25 in UAE by fatwa council
Zakat will be deducted from Savings Accounts having credit balance of over Rs35,557 on first of Ramazan. STOCK IMAGE Listen to article The UAE's Council for Fatwa has announced the guidelines for Zakat and atonement(kaffara) payments for the month of Ramadan this year, outlining specific amounts for Zakat Al Fitr and expiation for missed fasts under various circumstances. The Zakat Al Fitr has been valued at Dh25 per person, or alternatively, 2.5kg of rice. This charitable donation must be paid before the conclusion of Ramadan and is obligatory for all Muslims—men, women, and children—who are financially able to contribute or provide food. The payment will benefit at least two poor individuals. Additionally, the council has set expiation amounts for those who miss their fasts for different reasons. For individuals who intentionally break their fast, the atonement is Dh15 per person for a total of 60 poor people, amounting to Dh900. Alternatively, they can choose to feed 3.25kg of wheat to each person. For those unable to fast due to illness or other conditions, the expiation is set at Dh15 per person for each day missed. As with the previous category, those wishing to feed instead of paying will be required to provide 3.25kg of wheat for each missed fast. In cases where a person dies having missed obligatory fasts, their relatives are required to pay on their behalf. The expiation for each missed fast is Dh15 or 3.25kg of wheat for each day missed. For individuals who delay making up missed fasts without a valid excuse, the council has set the payment at Dh15 per day missed, or the option to feed 3.25kg of wheat per person. Finally, those who take a false oath during Ramadan are required to pay Dh15 to ten poor people, totaling Dh150. Alternatively, they may choose to feed 3.25kg of wheat to each individual.
Khaleej Times
09-03-2025
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- Khaleej Times
Ramadan 2025 in UAE: Zakat Al Fitr set at Dh25, says fatwa council
The UAE's Council for Fatwa issued the amount for Zakat, along with atonement amounts for missing fasts under different situations for the month of Ramadan this year. Zakat Al Fitr has been valued at Dh25 cash per person or a value of 2.5kg of rice. It will benefit at least two poor people. This Zakat has to be paid before Ramadan ends. It is obligatory on all Muslims - men, women, the young and the old - who are able to give Zakat financially or in the form of food. The council also set the expiation amounts for individuals who miss fasts under different situations. These are: People who break fast intentionally: Those who break their fast intentionally must pay Dh15 for per person, for sixty poor people in total. This totals to a value of Dh900. For those who wish to feed instead of payment, a value of 3.25kg of wheat has been set for each person. People who are unable to fast: Those who are unable to fast must pay Dh15 per person, for each day missed. For those who wish to feed instead of payment, a value of 3.25kg of wheat has been set for each person. If someone dies while having missed fasts: If a person dies and there were obligatory fasting days that they missed, the expiation is set at either feeding with a value of 3.25kg for each day or pay Dh15. It must be paid on their behalf by closed ones. People who delay making up missed fasts: Those who delay making up for a missed fast without any excuse must pay Dh15 per person, for each day missed. For those who wish to feed instead of payment, a value of 3.25kg of wheat has been set for each person. If someone takes an oath during Ramadan: If someone taken an oath while fasting and knows it is not true then they must pay Dh15 to ten poor people, totalling to Dh150. A value of 3.25kg of wheat has been set for each person to be fed.
Gulf Insider
27-02-2025
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- Gulf Insider
UAE Announces Moon-sighting for Ramadan 2025
The UAE has called on people in the country to look out for and report sightings of the Ramadan crescent moon on Friday. The UAE Council for Fatwa has called on all members of the community, both citizens and residents, to watch for the crescent moon of Ramadan 1446 AH on the evening of Friday, 29 Sha'ban 1446 AH, corresponding to February 28, 2025. The Ramadan Crescent Moon Sighting Committee, formed under the Council for Fatwa and responsible for moon sighting in the United Arab Emirates, invites anyone who spots the crescent moon to report their sighting by calling 027774647 or via this link. The Council prays that the blessed month of Ramadan brings goodness, prosperity, and blessings to the Arab and Islamic nations and the world at large. Also read: UAE Announces Remote Learning at Public Schools on Fridays During Ramadan 2025
