Islamic FAQs
The ins and outs of finding your Muslim spouse — questions answered by respected Islamic scholars.
Your Islamic Marriage Questions, Answered
Finding a spouse in a halal, Islamic way can raise many questions — from understanding destiny (qadar) and the rights of a spouse, to navigating engagement, nikah contracts, and family obligations. Our collection of Islamic FAQs is answered by knowledgeable scholars to help you navigate your journey with confidence and clarity.
Browse by category below, or explore all questions. Each answer is rooted in authentic Islamic scholarship to ensure you receive reliable guidance for your marriage journey.
(asked from Manchester, UK) I want to marry someone my parents disapprove of. Is my nikah still valid in Islam?
(asked from Sydney, Australia) Can a woman appoint her own wali if her father is absent or non-Muslim?
(asked from Toronto, Canada) What is the role of a wali in a nikah, and who can be a wali?
(asked from London, UK) Is it permissible to have a civil marriage without a religious nikah?
(asked from Dubai, UAE) Can a Muslim man marry his cousin? Is it recommended or discouraged in Islam?
(asked from Birmingham, UK) I want to marry a divorced woman. Is this allowed in Islam, and are there any conditions I should know?
What is tafweed al-talaq, and can a wife include it in the nikah contract?
What is the ruling on secret nikah in Islam?
Can a Muslim man marry a Christian or Jewish woman (Ahlul Kitab)?
What is the Islamic ruling on love marriage versus arranged marriage?
Is it permissible to marry someone from a different Muslim sect (e.g., Sunni and Shia)?
Can a revert Muslim marry without a wali?
What is mut'ah marriage (temporary marriage), and is it allowed in Sunni Islam?
Can a Muslim man and woman meet in person before nikah?
Is a nikah-only marriage legally recognized in England and Wales?
What is the minimum mahr amount in Islam?
Can a Muslim woman marry without her father's permission?