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Certification & Compliance

Zakah

Accurate Zakah calculation, scholarly rulings on distribution, and formal eligibility certification for charitable projects.

What to expect
Accurate Zakah calculation
Rulings on distribution
Eligibility certification for charities

What is the Zakah service?

Zakah is a pillar of Islam and a trust — both for the individual discharging it and the institution distributing it. Getting it right matters.

IFA supports individuals with calculation and rulings, and works with charities to certify that projects and funds are genuinely eligible to receive Zakah.

What we cover

Zakah-eligibility certification

Formal certification that a charity's projects and funds are genuinely eligible to receive Zakah.

Distribution rulings

Scholarly rulings (fatawa) on how, where, and to whom Zakah may rightfully be distributed.

Fund & project review

Reviewing how Zakah is collected, held, and disbursed so it stays compliant throughout.

Governance guidance

Helping institutions run sound, transparent Zakah governance their donors can trust.

Who this service is for

Individuals seeking certainty on their Zakah obligations, and charities that need their projects formally certified as Zakah-eligible.

How it works

1

Tell us about your matter

Book online and share a brief summary of your situation.

2

Choose a time

Pick a session date and time that suits you — sessions are held online.

3

Speak with a scholar

A focused session where a qualified scholar examines your circumstances in detail.

4

Receive your guidance

Clear guidance and, where relevant, a formal written ruling (fatwa) or certificate.

Ready to get started with Zakah?

Speak to a qualified scholar today. Clear fees, a confidential process, and a faith-aligned outcome.