What amount makes Qurbani Wajib upon a person.

Question:

I would like to know what amount of money, I need to have in order for me to make Qurbani ?

Answer:

In the name of Allāh, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful.

Assalamualaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuhu

During the days of Qurbani if one possesses money or jewellery ( gold/silver ) equivalent to the Nisaab amount, Qurbani will become compulsory upon him/her.

The Nisaab amount as at 26/10/2012 is ;

£391.91

$636.85

€489.89

And Allah Ta‘ala knows best
Mufti Luqman Hansrot
Fatwa Dept.