--- title: "Edinburgh Central Mosque — check charity number SC029809 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Edinburgh Central Mosque a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC029809. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in City of Edinburgh. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/edinburgh-central-mosque retrieved: 2026-08-23T10:58:33.533Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Edinburgh Central Mosque is a registered charity (number SC029809) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty; the advancement of education; the advancement of religion. Its latest reported income was £548,538 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Edinburgh Central Mosque? Registered charity number SC029809 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £548,538 Website [www.edmosque.org](http://www.edmosque.org/) ## What does Edinburgh Central Mosque do? The charity exists to advance the religion of Islam and to serve the spiritual, educational, and social needs of the Muslim community and the wider public in Edinburgh. It does this by maintaining and operating a mosque and Islamic centre that provides daily and congregational prayers, religious education for children and adults, pastoral and funeral services, and structured programmes during Ramadan and throughout the year. The charity also delivers community engagement activities, educational visits, open days, and cultural events aimed at promoting understanding and cohesion. Financial a… ## What causes is Edinburgh Central Mosque registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of religion ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Edinburgh Central Mosque yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Edinburgh Central Mosque 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=edinburgh-central-mosque&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.edmosque.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Edinburgh Central Mosque a legitimate charity? Yes. Edinburgh Central Mosque is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC029809) 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 Edinburgh Central Mosque's charity number? Edinburgh Central Mosque's charity number is SC029809. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC029809? Search SC029809 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 Edinburgh Central Mosque do? The charity exists to advance the religion of Islam and to serve the spiritual, educational, and social needs of the Muslim community and the wider public in Edinburgh. It does this by maintaining and operating a mosque and Islamic centre that provides daily and congregational prayers, religious education for children and adults, pastoral and funeral services, and structured programmes during Ramadan and throughout the year. The charity also delivers community engagement activities, educational visits, open days, and cultural events aimed at promoting understanding and cohesion. Financial a… Does Edinburgh Central Mosque have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Edinburgh Central Mosque. 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 Edinburgh Central Mosque? Edinburgh Central Mosque's website is http://www.edmosque.org — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on 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=SC029809).