The French Council of the Muslim Faith (CFCM) announced today that Thursday, 19 February 2026, will mark the first day of Ramadan for the year 1447 AH.
“According to scientific data, the conjunction of the new moon for Ramadan 1447 AH will occur on Tuesday, 17 February 2026, at 1:01 p.m. (Paris time). The conditions required for the visibility of the new moon will only be met on 18 February 2026. Accordingly, the French Council of the Muslim Faith (CFCM) announces that Friday, 20 March 2026, will be the day of Eid al-Fitr for the year 1447 AH,” the CFCM added.
The mandatory alms, Zakat al-Fitr, which must be paid by every Muslim family, has been set this year at 9 euros per person.
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