What is fitr-sadaqa?
Fitr-sadaqa is a mandatory charity intended exclusively for the month of Ramadan. Donations made at other times do not count as fitr-sadaqa.What is the amount of fitr-sadaqa per person?
Every year, the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Kyrgyzstan and the Council of Ulema set the amount of fitr-sadaqa per person, which is determined in weight equivalent to wheat, raisins, flour, barley, or dates. The choice of product depends on the financial capabilities of each individual.Amount of fitr-sadaqa for 2026
This year, fitr-sadaqa amounts to: 1.6 kg of wheat (60 soms), 3.2 kg of barley (100 soms), flour (90 soms), raisins (880 soms), or 3.2 kg of dates (1,200 soms).Payment of fitr-sadaqa: in cash or products?
Fitr-sadaqa can be paid either in the form of the specified products or in monetary equivalent. Considering the instability of food prices, it is recommended to base it on their weight. You can donate an amount equal to the cost of one of these items.Deadlines for paying fitr-sadaqa
Fitr-sadaqa should be donated from the beginning of the fasting period of Orozо until the collective Eid prayer, which takes place in mosques and public squares. In other words, the deadline for donation ends with the arrival of the Orozо Eid holiday and the performance of the Eid prayer.Consequences of delay in payment
If fitr-sadaqa is not paid within the established timeframe and the donation is made after the Eid prayer, it will be considered regular charity.Is fitr-sadaqa obligatory for those who did not fast?
Yes, fitr-sadaqa is mandatory for all Muslims, regardless of whether the person fasted or not.Can fitr-sadaqa be paid for children or other people?
Parents who are Muslims are required to pay fitr-sadaqa for their underage children. Donations can also be made for those who cannot do it themselves, whether they are acquaintances or relatives.Payment of fitr-sadaqa for the deceased
The Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Kyrgyzstan states that fitr-sadaqa is intended only for the living. Some Islamic scholars allow for donations on behalf of deceased relatives, but this remains a subject of discussion.Is it mandatory to pay fitr-sadaqa through a mosque?
No, it is not mandatory. In other countries, it is customary for fitr-sadaqa to be distributed among the needy. You can also give your donations directly to those in need. If you choose to make a donation at the mosque, it can be done through QR codes.How are the funds from fitr-sadaqa collected in mosques distributed?
Many Muslims choose to pay fitr-sadaqa in mosques. Of the collected funds, 60% remains in the mosques for subsequent distribution among the needy. 15% goes to district khatibiyats, as well as regional and city qaziyats, and 10% is transferred to the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Kyrgyzstan. A commission established locally is responsible for distributing funds for charity, prioritizing those in need of life-saving operations and expensive treatments, followed by single mothers and needy families.If you are fasting for the first time, it is recommended to familiarize yourself with the basic rules for fasting and consult a doctor to avoid common mistakes in observing the fast.
