Waqf Service

Shariah‑compliant endowment planning structured to work in UK law

“A Waqf is a legacy with purpose — an endowment that continues to benefit others, long after you’re gone.”

Islamic Wills & Waqf Team

Create a Waqf that’s clear, compliant and built to last

A Waqf is an Islamic endowment created to deliver ongoing benefit and reward.
It may support charitable causes, family support, community projects, or a combination.
In the UK, a Waqf must be carefully structured to be legally effective and administrable.
Proper documentation ensures resilience, governance, and alignment with a wider Shariah‑compliant estate plan.

Clarifying your intentions, beneficiaries, and endowed assets
Designing governance that trustees can realistically manage
Establishing decision rules, reporting, succession, and safeguards
Aligning the Waqf with your Islamic Will, property ownership, pensions, and wider planning

Discussion of objectives, beneficiaries, and assets to be endowe

Shariah‑compliant, UK‑workable structure with governance scope.

Finalised documents and guidance so trustees can operate confidently.

Is a Waqf the same as a trust in the UK?

A Waqf is an Islamic endowment concept, commonly implemented using trust-style structures and governance documents under UK law.

Can my Waqf benefit family as well as charity?

Yes. Family (Ahli) and charitable elements can be structured together with clear rules and trustee governance.

Do I need to transfer assets into the Waqf now?

This depends on the structure and assets. Implementation steps are explained clearly, including practical considerations.

Will a Waqf replace my Islamic Will?

Usually not. A Waqf forms part of a wider Shariah‑compliant plan and is aligned with your Islamic Will to avoid conflicts.

Get solicitor-led, Shariah‑compliant drafting with governance that trustees can run confidently.