Muslims are required to make Zakat al-Fitr, commonly known as Sadaqat al-Fitr, the amount given to the needy ones during Ramadan and before Eidul-Fitr.
All affluent Muslims, regardless of age, are required to make the payment at the end of Holy Month to ensure that underprivileged in society can enjoy the festivities of Eidul-Fitr. Zakat Al Fitr is given in the form of staple food items – rice or grains – equivalent to about Dirham 25 per person. though, Islamic scholars allow it to be given as money as well.
For the year 2024, UAE authorities shared guidelines for Zakat Al Fitr and Fidya amount for missed fasts during the month of Ramadan.
In the United Arab Emirates, Muslims need to pay Dh25 as Zakat Al Fitr in cash or an equivalent value of rice.
UAE Zakat 2024
| Situation | Payment/Compensation | Amount |
| Those who are unable to fast | Payment: Dh15 per day missed per person | Dh15 per day |
| Intentional breaking fast | Payment: Dh15 per day missed per person | Dh900 total |
| Death while fasting | Payment: Dh15 per day missed per person | Dh15 per day |
| Delayed making up missed fasts | Payment: Dh15 per day missed per person | Dh15 per day |
| False oath during fast | Payment: Dh15 to 10 poor people per person | Dh150 total |
How to pay Zakat Al Fitr in UAE Online?
As per IACAD guidelines, UAE residents can give Zakat Al Fitr directly to someone you know, or you can pay the amount through registered organisations.
Please visit Zakat Fund www.zakatfund.gov.ae
You can also made payments to Emirates Red Crescent, Beit Al Khair, Sharjah Charity International, and other welfare organisations.
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