Nisab Calculator
Check if your wealth has reached the Nisab threshold and Zakat has become obligatory
Current Nisab Threshold
Gold Nisab
87.48 grams
Silver Nisab
612.36 grams
Nisab values update automatically based on current market prices
Frequently Asked Questions About Nisab
📖 What is Nisab?
Nisab is the minimum threshold of wealth a Muslim must possess before Zakat becomes obligatory. It is equivalent to 87.48 grams of gold or 612.36 grams of silver. Most scholars recommend using the silver Nisab value as it benefits more recipients.
🤔 Which Nisab Should I Use?
Scholars differ on which Nisab to use. The Hanafi school recommends silver Nisab (lower threshold, helping more people). The Maliki and Hanbali schools prefer gold Nisab. Shafi'i school allows both. Using silver Nisab means Zakat becomes obligatory at a lower wealth level.
🧮 How is Nisab Calculated?
Nisab is calculated by multiplying the current market price of gold or silver by the fixed weight thresholds. Gold Nisab = 87.48g × current gold price per gram. Silver Nisab = 612.36g × current silver price per gram.
📅 When Does Zakat Become Due?
Zakat becomes obligatory when: (1) Your wealth reaches or exceeds the Nisab threshold, AND (2) You maintain this wealth for one complete lunar year (Hawl - 354 days). If your wealth drops below Nisab during the year, the count resets.
💰 What assets count towards Nisab calculation?
All zakatable assets count towards Nisab: (1) Cash and bank savings in all currencies; (2) Gold and silver (investment or jewelry, depending on madhab); (3) Stocks, shares, and halal investments; (4) Business inventory and trade goods; (5) Agricultural produce above nisab threshold; (6) Livestock that grazes freely; (7) Money owed to you that you expect to collect; (8) Accessible retirement funds and pensions. Personal items like your primary residence, personal vehicle, clothing, furniture, and work tools do NOT count towards Nisab.
🔄 How often does the Nisab value change?
The Nisab value changes daily because it is based on the current market prices of gold and silver, which fluctuate constantly. Our calculator automatically updates the Nisab threshold in real-time using live precious metal market data. This means the Nisab amount in your local currency (SAR, AED, USD, etc.) changes whenever gold or silver prices change. You should check the current Nisab value when calculating your Zakat obligation, typically at the end of your Hawl (lunar year).
🇦🇪 What is the current Nisab in UAE Dirham (AED) for 2025?
The current Nisab threshold in UAE Dirham changes daily based on gold and silver prices. Our calculator shows the real-time value - the gold-based Nisab is typically around 13,000-15,000 AED, while the silver-based Nisab is usually 2,500-4,000 AED. Most scholars in the UAE recommend using the silver Nisab as it allows more Muslims to fulfill their Zakat obligation and benefits more recipients. Check our calculator above for today's exact Nisab value in AED.
🇸🇦 What is the current Nisab in Saudi Riyal (SAR) for 2025?
The Nisab threshold in Saudi Riyal varies daily with precious metal prices. Typically, the gold Nisab is around 12,000-14,000 SAR, while the silver Nisab is approximately 2,300-3,500 SAR. Saudi scholars generally recommend the silver Nisab calculation. Our calculator provides the exact current value based on today's market prices from Saudi gold markets. The Nisab applies to all Muslims in Saudi Arabia with wealth above this threshold maintained for one lunar year.
🗓️ Do I need to reach Nisab every year or just once?
You must reach and maintain the Nisab threshold for one complete lunar year (Hawl) before Zakat becomes due. After that, as long as your wealth remains above Nisab at the end of each subsequent lunar year, Zakat is obligatory annually. If your wealth drops below Nisab during the year, the Hawl count resets when you reach Nisab again. You don't need to re-reach Nisab from zero each year - it's about continuous possession above the threshold for each 354-day period.
⚖️ Should I use gold Nisab or silver Nisab in 2025?
The majority of contemporary Islamic scholars recommend using the silver Nisab in 2025 for several reasons: (1) It results in a lower monetary threshold, making Zakat obligatory for more Muslims; (2) This allows greater wealth redistribution to those in need; (3) It follows the principle of maximizing benefit to recipients (maqasid al-shariah). The Hanafi school has traditionally used silver Nisab. However, some scholars note that when silver prices are artificially low, gold Nisab may be more appropriate. In the GCC region, silver Nisab is most commonly recommended. Consult with local Islamic scholars if you're uncertain.