Updated: May 28, 2020
Q: Is it permissible to use zakat to build masjids and Islamic centers?
A: Zakat is to be distributed explicitly to the eight categories mentioned in the Quran. It is therefore not permitted to use zakat to build masjids/Islamic centers or for any other purpose.
Source: Sharh al-Muntaha
Q: What is the ruling on decorating the masjid with gold and silver? A: It is impermissible to decorate the masjid or mihrab or to plate the roof or wall with gold or silver. It must be removed like a
Q: Is it permissible for me to appoint someone to distribute my zakat? If so, must they know it is zakat? A: Yes. It is permissible to appoint a trustworthy mature Muslim to distribute your zakat. If
Q: Can I send my zakat al-mal to another country? A: It is preferred to distrubute your zakat al-mal in your local area. It is permissible to distribute it WITHIN the raduis permitted to shorten praye