Non-Muslims in Perlis are now allowed to receive zakat.

This was announced through a statement issued by the office of Perlis mufti Dr Mohd Asri Zainul Abidin.

"Zakat for non Muslims under Asnaf 'muallafah qulubuhum' (those who we wish to harmonise their attitude and perception towards Islam) may be granted the benefit that is determined by Ulil Amri (those entrusted with authority)...