Is zakat obligatory on car ownership, or is it considered one of life's essentials (like a dwelling), and thus not subject to zakat?
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Cars have two scenarios:
- If they are for personal use or for work, such as taxis and transport vehicles, there is no on them.
- If they are for sale and trade, then zakat is obligatory on them, just like other trade goods, and their zakat is paid at the completion of a year based on their value.
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