How to pay zakat fitrah while living abroad must align with the principles of Islamic law. Zakat fitrah is required to be distributed in the place where it becomes obligatory. For example, if you are currently living in Japan, then you are required to give zakat fitrah in Japan.
When paying zakat fitrah, you must also consider whether there are eligible recipients (mustahik) in your location. However, if there are differing opinions among scholars regarding the ruling of transferring zakat abroad, then the context changes.
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Scholars’ Opinions on Transferring Zakat Abroad
- According to Imam an-Nawawi from the Shafi’i school, zakat fitrah must be distributed to recipients in the same country where the payer resides.
- Imam Malik also prohibits transferring zakat unless the local area has no pressing need.
- Imam Abu Hanifa permits the transfer of zakat abroad if there are relatives or communities in need at the recipient location.
- Imam Ahmad prohibits transferring zakat to another region unless the destination has eligible recipients, even if the distance allows shortened (qashar) prayers.
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How to Pay Zakat Fitrah While Living Abroad
- Zakat fitrah can be paid to those in need or eligible in the area where you currently reside.
- If no eligible recipients can be found locally, zakat can be given in the nearest region.
- Zakat can also be paid online, making it easier to fulfill this obligation during Ramadan.
How to Pay Zakat Fitrah Online via Baznas
If you want to pay zakat fitrah, it must be done according to Islamic regulations. You should also use a reliable intermediary such as the official Baznas website.
Here are the easy steps to pay zakat fitrah quickly and securely:
- First, visit the official Baznas website
- On the homepage, you’ll see various menu options
- Select “Tunaikan Zakat” (Fulfill Zakat) and then input the amount of zakat fitrah to be paid
- The price per zakat package is IDR 45,000, and you can choose up to 1,000 packages
- Enter your full address, phone number, email, and an optional message or prayer
- Include an optional donation to support website maintenance
- Choose your preferred payment method, such as a bank virtual account (BNI, BRI, Mandiri, etc.)
- Complete the payment before the deadline using the method you selected
- Click the “I’ve Made the Payment” button to confirm
- Your zakat fitrah payment via Baznas is now complete.
How to Pay Zakat Fitrah Online via Rumah Zakat
Another option for paying zakat fitrah is through Rumah Zakat. Here’s how:
- Visit the official Rumah Zakat donation page at https://www.rumahzakat.org/donasi
- Select the “Ramadhan” menu on the homepage
- Choose the “Zakat Fitrah” option to pay for Eid al-Fitr
- Set the number of people you’re paying zakat for
- Enter the name of the person(s) represented in the zakat payment
- Click the “Donate” button and complete your personal details
- Choose to receive payment notifications
- Select your preferred payment method
- Finally, click “Pay Now” and complete your zakat payment.
Is It Permissible to Pay Zakat Online?
Zakat involves key elements: the payer, the wealth being given, and the recipient. It also includes a statement of intent and prayer for acceptance. Even if the payer doesn’t verbally state their intention to the recipient, the zakat remains valid.
This means that paying zakat online through a trusted amil zakat institution is allowed. However, it’s crucial to choose a legitimate, reliable organization to ensure the funds are used properly—just like when you pay zakat fitrah online through Baznas.
How to Calculate the Zakat Amount
Zakat fitrah must be given in the amount equivalent to 2.5 kg of rice per person, using local market prices. If rice costs around IDR 12,000 per kg, then zakat per person would be about IDR 30,000.
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These are some of the ways you can pay zakat fitrah while living abroad in accordance with Islamic law and scholarly opinions. Online payment options now make zakat easier to fulfill, as long as it follows Islamic rulings and proper calculation methods.
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