In short: Fitrana (Zakat al-Fitr) is paid per person before the Eid prayer to purify your fast and feed the poor. Give it early.
As Ramadan draws to a close, every Muslim household turns to a small but essential charity: Fitrana, also known as Zakat al-Fitr. It is an obligation that purifies our fasting from any shortcomings and ensures that even the poorest among us can share in the joy of Eid.
What is Fitrana?
Fitrana (Zakat al-Fitr) is an obligatory charity given at the end of Ramadan before the Eid prayer. The Prophet ٣ prescribed it as a purification for the fasting person from idle talk and shortcomings, and as food for the needy (reported in Sunan Abu Dawud). It is a duty distinct from the annual Zakat on wealth.
Who must pay Fitrana?
Fitrana is due on every Muslim who possesses food beyond their needs for the day and night of Eid. Crucially, it is paid on behalf of every member of the household — including children, and according to the Hanafi school, even the newborn and dependents. The head of the household typically pays for everyone in their care.
How much is Fitrana and when is it due?
Fitrana was prescribed as a measure (a saa’) of staple food — such as wheat, barley, dates or raisins — per person. The Hanafi school permits giving its monetary value, which is why charities set a fixed amount per head each year. It must reach the poor before the Eid prayer so that they can celebrate Eid with dignity; many give it during the last days of Ramadan to ensure timely delivery.
Give your Fitrana through Zia Ul Ummah
- Calculate for every member of your household
- Give early so it reaches the poor before Eid
- Let us deliver it as food to families in need
- Restore the joy of Eid to those who would otherwise go without
Zia Ul Ummah Foundation collects and distributes Fitrana swiftly so that struggling families can eat and celebrate on the day of Eid. Fulfil this beautiful obligation and complete your Ramadan on the best of terms.
Pay Your Fitrana Before Eid
Give Fitrana for your whole household so a needy family can celebrate Eid.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much Fitrana do I pay per person?
Fitrana is a measure (saa’) of staple food per person, or its monetary value. Charities set a fixed amount per head each year — check the current rate before giving.
Who do I pay Fitrana for?
You pay Fitrana on behalf of every member of your household, including children and dependents.
When should Fitrana be paid?
It must reach the poor before the Eid prayer. Many give it in the last days of Ramadan to ensure it is distributed in time.
Is Fitrana the same as Zakat?
No. Fitrana (Zakat al-Fitr) is a fixed charity paid per person at the end of Ramadan, while Zakat is 2.5% of qualifying wealth paid annually.