Zakat Calculator in United Arab Emirates
Calculate your mandatory 2.5% Islamic Zakat in AED instantly using real-time United Arab Emirates market spot prices.
Universal Gold Zakat Calculator
2026 Gold Nisab Benchmarks in United Arab Emirates
* The Nisab is mathematically derived from 20 classical Islamic mithqals (85 grams of 24k fine bullion). The obligatory 2.5% rate is calculated on current market spot value upon completion of the lunar year (Hawl).
This calculator prices your zakat at live United Arab Emirates rates in AED. For a complete walkthrough of nisab, hawl, and karat conversions, read the full zakat explainer.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Gold Zakat Nisab threshold in United Arab Emirates?
The classical Islamic Nisab is universally fixed at 85 grams of pure 24k gold. For common local retail purities: 22k gold Nisab is 92.73 grams, 21k gold Nisab is 97.14 grams, and 18k gold Nisab is 113.33 grams. If your total holdings meet or exceed these thresholds and have been held for a full lunar year (Hawl), a 2.5% obligation is due on raw intrinsic metal value.
Do making charges (Masnaiya) or VAT count towards Zakat liability?
No. Islamic scholars universally agree that Zakat is calculated exclusively on intrinsic precious metal weight and spot bullion value. Retail making charges (Masnaiya) and VAT (5% in United Arab Emirates) must be completely excluded. Additionally, the weight of non-gold gemstones, synthetic pearls, and diamonds must be deducted before entering weight into the calculator.
Is Zakat mandatory on investment gold bars and coins?
Yes. Zakat is indisputably obligatory on all investment-grade gold bullion bars, minted wafers, and gold coins held for wealth preservation or capital appreciation once they reach the 85g Nisab threshold, payable at 2.5% in AED.
How do I use this zakat calculator?
Enter your gold weight in grams and select the karat. The calculator uses today's live AED price for that karat and instantly shows your 2.5% zakat. Make sure your holdings reach the nisab and a full lunar year has passed.
Can I pay my zakat in cash instead of gold?
Yes, and most scholars recommend it as more beneficial to recipients. The calculator shows the exact amount due in AED at today's rate, so you can pay that sum directly in cash.