Anyone who has excess means or cash in his possession, after providing for the needs of himself and his family, should pay zakat al-fitr.

 

If, however, a person does not have surplus means, he does not have to pay.

 

It does not matter that he has assets such as house, car, basic assets; he does not need to sell them to pay Zakat al-Fitr as they are essentials of daily living.

 

Almighty Allah knows best.