--- title: "Al Sunnah Scotland — check charity number SC053165 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Al Sunnah Scotland a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC053165. the advancement of religion charity based in Glasgow City. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/al-sunnah-scotland retrieved: 2026-08-18T12:44:27.508Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Al Sunnah Scotland is a registered charity (number SC053165) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of religion; the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science; the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended. Its latest reported income was £1 (year ending 2024-12-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about Al Sunnah Scotland? Registered charity number SC053165 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Glasgow City Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £1 ## What does Al Sunnah Scotland do? a) The advancement of religion in accordance with the teachings of the Holy Qu’ran and the Sunnah of Holy Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon Him), conforming to the interpretations and accepted views of the Ahle Sunnah Wa Al-Jammah, Barelvi school of thought. (b) The advancement of arts, heritage, culture or science by means of, but not exclusively, through the provision or facilitation of activities, workshops, lectures, exhibitions, and other activities as determined from time to time by the Trustees. (c) The provision of recreational facilities or the organisation of recreational activities w… ## What causes is Al Sunnah Scotland registered for? the advancement of religionthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or sciencethe provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Al Sunnah Scotland yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Al Sunnah Scotland is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=al-sunnah-scotland&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Al Sunnah Scotland a legitimate charity? Yes. Al Sunnah Scotland is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC053165) regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Al Sunnah Scotland's charity number? Al Sunnah Scotland's charity number is SC053165. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC053165? Search SC053165 on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Al Sunnah Scotland do? a) The advancement of religion in accordance with the teachings of the Holy Qu’ran and the Sunnah of Holy Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon Him), conforming to the interpretations and accepted views of the Ahle Sunnah Wa Al-Jammah, Barelvi school of thought. (b) The advancement of arts, heritage, culture or science by means of, but not exclusively, through the provision or facilitation of activities, workshops, lectures, exhibitions, and other activities as determined from time to time by the Trustees. (c) The provision of recreational facilities or the organisation of recreational activities w… Does Al Sunnah Scotland have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Al Sunnah Scotland. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Al Sunnah Scotland? Al Sunnah Scotland does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes donations. Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-08-07, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://www.oscr.org.uk/about-charities/search-the-register/charity-details?number=SC053165).