Nikah / Marriage Procedure
Assalamu Alaikum. Thank you for choosing the Muslim Association of New Brunswick (MANB) to conduct your Nikah. Below is a clear outline of the Islamic and legal requirements, the steps involved, and the documents needed to complete the marriage process.
📜 Prophet ﷺ said:
إِذَا تَزَوَّجَ الْعَبْدُ فَقَدِ اسْتَكْمَلَ نِصْفَ الدِّينِ
“When a man marries he has fulfilled half of the religion.”
📘 Eligibility Requirements
To have your marriage officiated at MANB, the following conditions must be met:
- 📄 The Nikah performed at MANB must include both the Islamic and legal marriage.
- 🪪 A valid Marriage License from Service New Brunswick is required.
- 👤 The bride and groom must be of legal age.
- 🖊️ All marriages officiated at MANB must also be registered with Service New Brunswick.
🧭 Step-by-Step Process
📝 1. Preliminary Information (Form 1)
Contact MANB at info@manb.ca or 506‑633‑1675 to begin the process. After speaking with the Imam, both the bride and groom must submit their own Preliminary Information Form.
⬇️ Download Form 1📨 2. Nikah Service Request (Form 2)
Once Form 1 is reviewed and approved, you will be asked to submit Form 2. Only one submission is required for both bride and groom.
⬇️ Download Form 2🕌 3. Islamic Requirements
The Nikah contract requires:
- 🤝 Offer and acceptance (Ijab & Qabool) freely and willingly
- 💍 Mahr (dowry) from groom to bride
- 👨👧 Wali (guardian) of the bride, if available
- 👥 Two Muslim male witnesses (Wali does not count as a witness)
Witness names must be submitted in Form 2 and witnesses must be physically present on the day of Nikah.
🗣️ 4. Premarital Counseling
The Imam may schedule a premarital counseling session. Once all documents are complete, you will receive your Nikah date and instructions to obtain your Marriage License.
📜 5. Legal Requirements
A Marriage License must be obtained from Service New Brunswick. The original license and return envelope must be given to the Imam on the day of Nikah.
📂 6. Required Submissions Before the Ceremony
- Form 1 — submitted separately by groom and bride
- Form 2 — submitted once by the applicant
📅 7. What to Bring on the Day of Nikah
- Marriage License and return envelope
- Two Muslim male witnesses
📄 8. Documents You Will Receive
- Islamic Marriage Certificate (Nikah/Aqd Zawaj)
- Legal Marriage Certificate
🏛️ 9. Optional: Community Hall Reservation
If you wish to reserve the MANB Community Hall for refreshments, please submit the booking request using the link below:
🏛️ Community Hall Booking FormNote: Food and drinks are not permitted inside the prayer halls.
💲 Fees
Nikah Service Fee: $250
Payment can be made online with debit/credit card or by cash.
💳 Pay Nikah FeeFor any questions, please contact MANB at info@manb.ca or 506‑633‑1675.