Frequently asked questions
General Enquiry
What is the Mosque Counter operating hours?
Our Mosque Counter is currently not operating during this pandemic
How can I contact Masjid Al-Istighfar?
We can be contacted via the following ways:
How do I make my way to Masjid Al-Istighfar?
We're located at 2 Pasir Ris Walk, Singapore 518239
What are the mode of payment available at the Mosque Counter?
At the Mosque Counter, we accept the following mode of Payment
Does the Mosque provide Tahnik (Cukur Rambut) services?
Services is suspended during this pandemic.
Are there any Legal Services available?
I would like to Request for Sponsorship of Event
For request of sponsorship of event, do submit here.
I would like to advertise my programme at the mosque. How do I go about it?
For dakwah related programmes, please submit your request here
I would like to submit a feedback / suggestion. How can I go about?
You may channel your feedback / suggestion to alistighfar@alistighfar.mosque.org.sg , Whatsapp to 8299 0302 or our suggestion box at our Mosque Counter.
Zakat
Can I pay my Zakat at Masjid Al-Istighfar?
Masjid Al-Istighfar is one of many mosques that is an Authorised Collection Centre for Zakat.
What are the mode of payment available for Zakat?
Nikah
What are the spaces available for rental for Nikah and what are the rates?
Terms / Conditions
Covid-19 Restrictions Applies
Please refer to www.alistighfar.com/walimah for more info
How do I make booking for rental?
Covid-19 Restrictions Applies
Submit your request at www.alistighfar.com/walimah
Can I bring kumpulan kompang to the Mosque?
Strictly no kompang allowed
Volunteer
I would like to be a Volunteer. How do I apply to be one?
Fill up our form here and we will be in touch with you via email or Whatsapp
Are there any age restrictions to volunteer my time at Masjid Al-Istighfar?
Currently, there are no age restrictions to volunteer, however, for volunteers below the age of 16 will need parents consent.
I would like to bring along my friends to volunteer as a Group for Ramadan. Who do I contact?
For Volunteering as a Group, please fill up form here
Community Outreach
I would like to collaborate with the mosque for an event. Who can I contact?
For collaborations on events, please fill up the form here
Can I request to come to Masjid Al-Istighfar for a Mosque Tour?
For Mosque Tour as a local group, do fill up the form here
aLIVE Madrasah
What is the aLIVE Madrasah programme about?
The aLIVE programmes aim to nurture soleh/solehah (pious/righteous) children with taqwa (God-consciousness) and good akhlak (character), knowledgeable in Islam, become practising Muslims, and show care and concern towards others.
Who is the aLIVE Madrasah programme for?
For all young Muslims aged 5 to 20 years old.
Is the aLIVE programmes conducted in English?
Yes, all aLIVE programmes will be conducted in English.
What are the frequency of the classes and how long are each class?
The aLIVE classes happens once a week (10 weeks / term) for 3 hours each session.
What are the levels of classes available?
Kids aLIVE schedule of classes
Tweens aLIVE schedule of classes
Teens aLIVE schedule of classes
Youth aLIVE schedule of classes
Youth aLIVE 1 (17 to 20 years old) - Saturday 8am to 11am, 11am to 2.15pm & 2.45pm to 5.45pm
I would like to register my child for the aLIVE programme. How do I register my child and what do I need to bring along?
What do I need to pay for during the registration?
Registration Fee of $20 and Advance November fee of $40
What is the monthly fee?
Monthly fee is $40/student
When is the registration for new intakes open?
Registration will be announced on our Social Media & Website
What is the mode of payments available?
Our Mosque Counter accepts Cash & NETs payment
Kindergarten
Tahlil
How do I sponsor for Tahlil?
Tahlil sponsorship can only be done at the mosque counter. For enquiries, please contact our mosque counter at 6426 7130 during office hours.
Does the mosque hold tahlil sessions?
Tahlil is suspended during this pandemic.
How do I submit names for Tahlil?
Names can only be submitted via our mosque counter or call 6426 7130.
I would like to send food for tahlil. Where do I send the food to?
During office hours, please head to our Mosque Counter at Level 1. Do avoid sending food before Asar prayers.
Donation
Does the Mosque accept Wakaf?
No, Al-Istighfar Mosque does not accept Wakaf.
What are the different type of tabung fund available at Al-Istighfar Mosque?
In the prayer hall, there are tabung available for
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Mosque Fund -
Tahlil Fund -
Kebajikan (Welfare) Fund
How can I make a donation at Al-Istighfar Mosque?
Besides making donation directly to the tabung available in the prayer halls, there are a few more ways to make your donation.
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Through Mosque Counter via Cash, NETS or Cheque to LPM Al-Istighfar -
Through QR Code on the tabung in the mosque or online available here -
PAYNOW to our UEN S99MQ0014H and Whatsapp your proof of transaction to our Whatsapp 8299 0302 -
Bank Transfer to our OCBC 6291 9334 3001 and Whatsapp your proof of transaction to our Whatsapp 8299 0302 -
Credit/Debit Card Donation via our website is available here
Does the mosque accept used clothes donation?
At the moment, the mosque does not accept used clothes donation.
I would like to donate books for the library. Who can I contact?
We are not accepting book donations for the library at the moment as our library is full.
Donating Kitab for Classes
For donating kitab for ongoing classes, please inform the Asatizah (of the class you intent to donate) of your intention and they will assist you.
Ramadan Donation
Besides making donation directly to the labeled "Ramadan" tabung available in the mosque, there are a few more ways to make your donation.
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Through Mosque Counter via Cash, NETS or Cheque to LPM Al-Istighfar -
PAYNOW to our UEN S99MQ0014H, type RAMADAN DONATION in the Reference and Whatsapp your proof of transaction to our Whatsapp 8299 0302 -
Bank Transfer to our OCBC 6291 9334 3001 and Whatsapp your proof of transaction to our Whatsapp 8299 0302 -
Credit/Debit Card Donation via our website is available here (Choose Ramadan Fund)
Booking for Prayers
Will there be Friday prayers?
How do I make a booking for Congregational or Friday prayers?
Can I walk-in for Congregational prayer or Friday Prayers?
All congregational and Friday prayers slots will need to be booked via https://ourmosques.commonspaces.sg . For prayers after congregational prayers, congregants may come in for private worship without booking subject to Safe Entry measures.
What is required when making a booking?
What happens if I have booked but unable to attend the jemaah prayers due to health or other issues?
You can cancel your booking 1 hours before the start of the prayer session through the link given in your booking confirmation email. This will allow the space to be vacated for other people to book.
If I cancel a Friday prayer booking 1 hour before the commencement, can I still book for the subsequent Fridays (assuming there is available slot)?
Can a Muslimah join the Friday jemaah prayers?
Due to limited spaces, a Muslimah will not be allowed to join the Friday jemaah prayers in Phase 2A even though she has secured a booking for it. She may cancel her booking to allow a Muslimin to take the place as it is not obligatory for a Muslimah to perform Friday jemaah prayers.
Can a Muslimah join the Daily jemaah prayers?
A booking is required for the Daily jemaah prayers. If a Muslimah has secured a booking for it, she may join the Daily jemaah prayers subject to the availability of space dedicated for Muslimah at the mosque. Most mosques will have dedicated space for Muslimah.
How will I know how many slots are available for bookings at any point in time?
The number of available slots for a prayer session at a mosque is shown in the online booking system when a person is making a booking for that session at the mosque. Bookings are on a first-come, first-served basis.
How do I check my booking?
Korban 2020
How to apply for Korban/Qurban online?
Korban registration is now open at www.alistighfar.com/korban
Korban/Qurban Registration Details