Live Nisab Today, Gold and Silver Zakat Threshold
These are today’s estimated Nisab values for the UK, sourced directly from live market data. If your total Zakatable assets remain above the Nisab for one full lunar year, Zakat becomes due.
Silver Nisab
£1,399.01
Based on 612.36g of silver. Commonly recommended.
Gold Nisab
£11,229.40
Based on 87.48g of gold. Use if assets are purely gold.
Live Metal Prices
| Metal | Price per gram (GBP) |
|---|---|
| Gold | £128.37 |
| Silver | £2.2846 |
What is Nisab?
Nisab is the minimum level of wealth a Muslim must own for one lunar year before Zakat becomes obligatory. Many scholars advise using the silver Nisab as it benefits a greater number of people in need.