Marriage Services

Al Sunnah Mosque is a UK registered charity (Charity Number: 1170791)

At Al-Sunnah Mosque, we believe that family life is the cornerstone of a harmonious society. Marriage is a blessed occasion that brings great joy to the Muslim community, and it is an honour for us to facilitate this sacred union.

Since our establishment in 2000, Al-Sunnah Mosque has been conducting nikah (marriage) ceremonies, as well as providing support for divorces and conversions. Our records are digitally archived, ensuring that a copy of your record can be obtained upon request (with an associated fee). We are committed to making this significant event as smooth and meaningful as possible, whether at our mosque or a venue of your choice.

Our Nikah Services

Nikah Ceremonies: Our experienced Imam can conduct nikah ceremonies at Al-Sunnah Mosque or at a location of your choice. Each ceremony is conducted with utmost respect and in accordance with Shariah principles.

Nikah Certificates: Once the nikah ceremony is completed and verified under Shariah, an official Certificate of Nikah is issued. This document is available in both Arabic and English for your convenience.

Booking

To book a nikah appointment with Al-Sunnah Mosque, please contact us:

Phone: 0161 492 0699
Email: [email protected]

Requirements for Conducting Nikah

To ensure the nikah is conducted in accordance with Islamic guidelines, several conditions must be met before an appointment can be arranged:

Mutual Consent: Both the bride and groom must agree to the marriage.
Marriage Dowry (Mahr): The agreed-upon dowry amount should be settled in advance.
Identification:
- Valid passports of the bride and groom.
- Proof of UK residential address for both.
- For new Muslims, a conversion certificate is required (if applicable).
Witnesses:
- Two Muslim male witnesses of good character, each with valid ID (passport or full UK driving licence).
- Proof of UK residential address for both witnesses.
Wali (Guardian):
- The bride’s Wali (typically her father, grandfather, brother, uncle, or another responsible male relative) must be present with a valid ID.
- In the absence of the Wali, a Wakeel (attorney) must be appointed. The Wakeel requires a valid power of attorney from the Wali and must also present a valid passport and proof of UK residential address.
Previous Marriage: If the bride has previously been married, an Islamic divorce certificate must be provided.
Nikah Fees:
- On-site Ceremony: A fee of £150, payable at the time of booking.
- Off-site Ceremony: A fee of £200 applies for ceremonies conducted outside Al-Sunnah Mosque premises.

Important Notes

The bride’s Wali and the two Muslim male witnesses are required to be physically present at the nikah ceremony.
If any of these parties cannot attend in person, please notify the Imam when submitting your application so that alternative arrangements can be discussed.

Honouring Your Special Day

At Al-Sunnah Mosque, we take great pride in being part of this meaningful journey. We welcome you to our mosque to celebrate this special union and to join our community in building strong families and a vibrant society based on Islamic values.

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