Islamic finance adheres to Islamic legal and moral principles, with the most significant principle being the avoidance of interest (Riba) and the prohibition of transactions involving gambling and unethical behavior.
In an Islamic account, banks or financial institutions design financial products to ensure that they do not involve interest and are in compliance with Islamic principles. These products typically include the following:
- Islamic savings accounts: These accounts do not pay or charge interest. Instead, the bank may share profits with the account holder or operate on a profit-sharing or risk-sharing basis.
- Islamic loans: Islamic banks offer loans without involving interest. Instead of interest, they may use models like Mudarabah (partnership) or Murabahah (profit-and-loss-sharing).
- Islamic investment accounts: These accounts are used by Muslims for investing in compliance with Islamic principles. Investments can include the purchase of Sharia-compliant stocks, bonds, and other assets.
- Islamic credit cards: Islamic credit cards are also designed not to involve interest. Typically, cardholders are required to repay on time, and the bank may charge a service fee rather than interest.
Islamic accounts are designed to meet the financial needs of Muslims while adhering to Islamic laws. These accounts are often regulated by Islamic financial boards or similar authorities to ensure they comply with Islamic legal and ethical guidelines. Different Islamic banks and financial institutions in various countries and regions may offer different types of Islamic accounts and financial products.
