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Nikah

Nikah / Islamic Marriage

And of His signs is that He has created for you, from yourselves, mates, so that you may repose in them. And He has set between you genuine love and mercy. Indeed, in this there are sure signs for those who reflect.
(Qur’an, 30:21)

Islam desires that the nikah be announced in public so people are aware of it. One method of informing people of the nikah and also to share the happiness brought by the union of the husband and wife is by conducting the nikah in the masjid. Billerica Islamic Center provides nikah services for Muslims according to Islamic teachings of marriage principles.

PROCEDURE

  • Carefully read and understand all guidelines listed below.
  • Complete the application form.
  • Once submitted, our office will contact you via email to confirm the requested date and time and additional details needed to prepare the Nikah-Nama (Islamic Marriage Certificate).
  • Obtain a marriage license from the Clerk’s office within 60 days of the nikah date.
  • Bring the following documents on the day of the nikah:
    • Marriage license from the County Clerk’s office
    • Valid photo IDs of both bride and groom
  • BIC will provide a Certificate of Islamic Marriage for the bride and groom.
  • BIC Imam will perform the nikah.

GUIDELINES

  • No photography or video of any type is allowed anywhere on the BIC premises.
  • The sister’s section is completely separate and is on second floor. Women will only be able to hear the nikah proceedings but will not be able to see it.
  • We recommend that the nikah be booked a minimum of four weeks prior to the planned date.
  • The nikah is performed in the main prayer hall on first floor or if agreed upon it can be performed at the requested venue.
  • The prospective couple may obtain a marriage license from their county office.
  • We require the presence of two Muslim male witnesses for the groom and a guardian (wali) for the bride.
  • With consultation and approval of the bride, the groom will offer, in writing, the dowry (mahr) to the bride. The amount of the dowry will be recorded on the marriage certificate.
  • The details of the nikah will be recorded on a document which will be signed by the bride, groom, guardian (wali), and the witnesses. BIC will produce a marriage certificate, providing a copy to the bride and groom.
  • BIC will keep a copy of the marriage certificate for its records.
  • The official marriage license will be signed by the Imam performing the nikah.
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