Gold Zakat Calculator - Saudi Arabia
Calculate Zakat on gold with live Saudi Riyal prices and ZATCA guidance
Written by Mehmet Aydın·Precious Metals Editor·Last updated April 2026Nisab threshold
Gold Nisab (87.48g)
ر.س44,702.34
87.48g pure gold
Silver Nisab (612.36g)
ر.س5,018.47
612.36g pure silver
Most scholars recommend using the silver Nisab as it is lower, meaning more people meet the threshold and more wealth is distributed to those in need.
Your gold holdings
Scholarly opinion on worn jewelry
If unsure, the safer option is to pay Zakat on all gold (Hanafi position), as this ensures the obligation is fully met.
Nisab values today
Quick Zakat facts
- • Zakat is one of the Five Pillars of Islam
- • The rate is 2.5% of wealth above the Nisab
- • Must be held for one lunar year (Hawl)
- • Gold Nisab is 87.48g (7.5 tola) of pure gold
- • Many Muslims pay during Ramadan for extra reward
Zakat Calculator
In Saudi Arabia, Zakat is collected officially by the Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) from businesses. Individual Muslims calculate and pay their personal Zakat independently. The Hanbali school is predominant, though the Hanafi position is also widely followed. Saudi gold is typically 21K or 18K. Gold souks in Riyadh, Jeddah, and Dammam offer competitive rates. The gold Nisab at today's SAR rate is shown above.
Frequently asked questions
How is Zakat collected in Saudi Arabia?▾
ZATCA collects Zakat from businesses. Individuals calculate and distribute their personal Zakat independently to those in need.
Which school of thought is followed in Saudi Arabia?▾
The Hanbali school is predominant. The Hanafi position that Zakat applies to all gold including worn jewelry is also widely accepted.
What is the Nisab in Saudi Riyals?▾
The gold Nisab (87.48g pure gold) is approximately SAR 44,702 today based on live gold prices.
Is gold from the souk subject to Zakat?▾
Yes. All gold owned — whether from a souk, jeweler, or inherited — is subject to Zakat if above the Nisab for one year.
Can I pay Zakat to ZATCA?▾
ZATCA handles business Zakat. Personal Zakat is distributed directly to eligible recipients (the eight categories mentioned in the Quran).