π Free Cryptocurrency Zakat Calculator β South Africa 2026
Calculate your Zakat on Cryptocurrency in South Africa 2026 β free, instant, halal-funded. Live ZAR prices, Shafi'i madhab nisab. Scholar-reviewed by AAOIFI and IFA OIC standards.
βΏCryptocurrencyZakat Calculator
πΏπ¦South Africa Β· ZAR
1Configuration
School of Jurisprudence (Madhab)
Nisab Threshold Basis
βΉοΈ Gold: ~ZARΒ 1,640.00/g Β· Silver: ~ZARΒ 18.50/g (approximate β connecting to live prices...)
2Your Zakatable Assets
π₯ Gold
π₯ Silver
Bank accounts, savings, deposits, cash on hand.
Total market value of all crypto holdings.
Inventory + cash on hand + trade receivables. Exclude fixed assets (machines, furniture).
π Real Estate
Primary residence is exempt (scholarly consensus). Zakatable below applies only to property held for resale or rental income.
Only the amount saved β not the property value itself.
3Debts & Liabilities
Shafi'i Ruling on Debts
The Shafi'i school does not permit deduction of debts from zakatable wealth. (Source: Al-Majmu' β Imam al-Nawawi)
4Zakat Calculation Result
Enter your assets above to see your Zakat calculation.
Important Disclaimer
This calculator provides a general estimate based on commonly accepted scholarly guidelines. Zakat obligations can vary based on individual circumstances, madhab, and local scholarly opinions. Always consult a qualified Islamic scholar for a ruling specific to your situation. This tool does not constitute a fatwa or religious ruling.
About Cryptocurrency Zakat in South Africa
Zakat on Cryptocurrency in South Africa is 2.5% of its market value, payable once your holdings stay above the nisab threshold for one full lunar year (hawl). The nisab equals the value of 85 g of gold or 595 g of silver (2026).
| Zakat rate | 2.5% |
|---|---|
| Hawl (holding period) | 1 lunar year (β354 days) |
| Madhab | Shafi'i |
Calculate Zakat on Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other cryptocurrencies in South Africa. Based on broad scholarly consensus that crypto is zakatable wealth. Get current values in ZAR and calculate your 2.5% Zakat obligation.
Shafi'i Madhab Rule
Treated as a tradeable asset. Pay 2.5% on market value if above nisab for one year.
Source: South African National Zakah Fund (SANZAF)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Zakat due on cryptocurrency?
Yes. There is broad scholarly consensus that cryptocurrency is zakatable wealth (mal). This applies even among scholars who consider crypto trading impermissible β the asset is still zakatable.
How do I calculate Zakat on Bitcoin in South Africa?
Convert your Bitcoin holdings to ZAR at market value on your Zakat date. If the total exceeds nisab and you've held it for one lunar year, pay 2.5% as Zakat.
Are NFTs and utility tokens zakatable?
NFTs held as investments or for resale are generally zakatable at market value. Utility tokens purchased for personal use (not resale) may not be zakatable. Consult a knowledgeable scholar for specific token rulings.