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Ramadan is the perfect time to give Zakat al Mal (wealth Zakat) and Sadaqa Jariya. Good deeds are multiplied and help those in need at the right time.
Nisab corresponds to 85 g of gold or 595 g of silver. If your wealth exceeds this and you hold it for a lunar year, Zakat al Mal becomes due. In Germany, you should regularly check gold and silver prices.
The standard rate is 2.5% of your net wealth (Zakat al Mal) once you exceed the Nisab. Our calculator helps you with a quick estimate.
In that case, you are not obliged to pay Zakat. However, voluntary donations (Sadaqa) are always a way to support those in need — whether in Germany or elsewhere.
Many scholars allow installment payments within the ongoing year, provided the total amount is paid on time. If you’re unsure, consult a religious authority.
Nisab is the equivalent of 85 grams of gold or 595 grams of silver. To calculate the amount in euros, multiply the 85 grams by the current gold price per gram. According to some Hanafi scholars, the Nisab is calculated based on the silver value.
Example Calculation (Gold):
85 g x Gold price 84.69 EUR (26.02.25) = 7,198.65 EUR
Example Calculation (Silver):
595 g x Silver price 0.70 EUR (26.02.25) = 416.50 EUR
This means that if your wealth exceeds 7,198.65 EUR and you hold it for one lunar year, you must pay Zakat on the amount you possess after that year.
Based on the silver price, the Nisab would be 416.50 EUR.
Tip: By choosing the silver-based calculation, you can “purify” your wealth with Zakat even at a smaller amount and stay on the safe side.
Zakat may apply to real estate if it is used for rental income or investment. Please check your individual situation or consult an expert.
Tax deductibility for donations depends on the regulations of your specific region. Check with your tax office or ask us for a donation receipt.
Zakat al Mal applies to your wealth (money, gold, etc.), while Zakat al Fitr is a one-time payment at the end of Ramadan, usually given in the form of food or its cash equivalent.
Zakat on agricultural produce is typically 10% if the land is naturally irrigated (e.g., by rain) and 5% if it is artificially irrigated (e.g., by wells or irrigation systems).
If you only grow crops for personal consumption and do not sell the produce, Zakat is generally not required on the harvest.
Zakat is usually due on the earnings, not the land itself. The tenant pays Zakat on their agricultural yield, while the landlord includes rental income as part of their wealth subject to Zakat.
Specific quotas and minimum numbers (Nisab) apply to livestock, depending on the type and number of animals. If the Nisab is exceeded, the owner must give a certain number of animals or their equivalent value.
Zakat can generally be paid in kind (with goods) or in cash. Many organizations prefer cash to enable more targeted and efficient distribution.
No, the 2.5% rate applies to cash, gold, silver, and trade goods. Agricultural produce and livestock have different rates and rules.
Different rules apply to fruits, grains, and livestock. When in doubt, consult a scholar or a specialized advisory body
Would you like to donate your Zakat al Mal? With your contribution, you reach those in need in Germany and around the world. Together, we can alleviate hardship and support sustainable aid projects.
