Who deserves Zakat al-Fitr?

Eligibility for Receiving Zakat al-Fitr

To qualify for zakat, the recipient must be classified as poor or needy. A poor individual is defined as one whose assets, beyond their essential needs, fall below the nisab threshold. Additionally, it's important to note that zakat cannot be given to individuals within your immediate family, including your spouse, children, parents, and grandparents.