“Expatriates are thus advised to pay Zakat Al Fitr here as it is paid for breaking the fast, rather than fasting. Should a Muslim die before the sunset of the last day of Ramadan, Zakat would not be obligatory upon him even if he fasted the whole month. Conversely, if a child is born after the sunset of the last day of Ramadan, it would be mandatory to pay Zakat on his or her behalf,” he said.
“However, Zakat Al Fitr may be paid elsewhere, like home country, if paid to poor people or a needy relative. It is basically associated with Eid which is meant for supporting the poor, satisfying their needs and making them happy during Eid. Zakat is also aimed at expiating for any mistakes or wrongdoings a person may have done during the blessed month.”
Highlighting the right time for giving Zakat Al Fitr, Dr. Mashael said it is advisable to give Zakat Al Fitr after the sunset on the eve of Eid night or after the dawn prayer on Eid day.
“However, some scholars said that Zakat Al Fitr may be given one or two days before Eid Al Fitr, even at the very beginning of Ramadan and all the Eid days. It may even be given after the Eid, but shall then be considered a mere charity not Zakat,” he added.
Warning Muslims about not giving Zakat Al Fitr, the scholar said fasting shall be suspended until Zakat is given.
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