"وَمِنْ آيَاتِهِ أَنْ خَلَقَ لَكُم مِّنْ أَنفُسِكُمْ أَزْوَاجًا لِّتَسْكُنُوا إِلَيْهَا وَجَعَلَ بَيْنَكُم مَّوَدَّةً وَرَحْمَةً"

Nikah Policy and Procedure

These guidelines and forms are for couples wishing to conduct their Nikah and marriage ceremony at Akbar Mosque.

Introduction

Akbar Mosque offers a dedicated Nikah service for Muslim couples seeking to perform their marriage in accordance with Islamic tradition. All Nikahs are conducted by the mosque’s authorized scholars. If requested and available, the ceremony may be led by IMAM .

This document outlines the complete process and essential rules for conducting a Nikah at Akbar Mosque.

Step-by-Step Process to Schedule a Nikah

• Online Request: Visit our official Nikah service form to submit a request: Contact Us
• Submit Documents: Upload all required paperwork as explained in the application guidelines. Missing documents may cause delays.
• Confirmation Email: You’ll receive an automated email acknowledging your application. Keep this for reference.
• Coordination Call/Email:
  • A team member from Akbar Mosque will reach out to discuss next steps
  • Arrange a meeting with the family
  • Review the event flow and expectations
  • Provide a family information form to be completed promptly
• Approval Notification: After review, the family will be informed whether the Nikah has been approved and formally scheduled.

Rules & Policies for Hosting Nikah at Akbar Mosque

To maintain the sanctity of the Nikah and ensure Islamic guidelines are followed, the following policies apply:

• Authorized Scholars Only: Only Akbar Mosque’s religious staff may conduct the Nikah. No outside imams or speakers are permitted.
• No Meals or Refreshments: No meals or refreshments may be served. However, sealed boxed sweets may be distributed from the lobby area.
• Dress Code (Strictly Enforced):
  • All guests — including non-Muslims and photographers — must wear modest, respectful attire.
  • Clothing that is sheer, short (such as skirts), or revealing is not allowed.
  • Anyone in violation will be asked to leave without exception.
• No Music or Nasheed: No music, instruments, or nasheeds (live or recorded) are allowed during the event.
• Gender Segregation: Men and women must remain in separate areas. The mosque will provide proper seating.
• Time Restrictions: Events must begin and end within the booked duration. Time limits are strictly enforced.
• Decor Restrictions: External decorative items like flower curtains, stage setups, or cultural entrances are not allowed inside the mosque.
• No Mixed Gatherings: Men and women may not gather in entrances, halls, or lobbies.
• Right to Deny Services: Akbar Mosque reserves the right to refuse or cancel any Nikah request, with or without stated reason.
• Time Allocation: The mosque’s main hall will be reserved for exactly 60 minutes from your scheduled start time.

Final Remarks

The Akbar Mosque Nikah policy ensures the spiritual and cultural integrity of the Islamic marriage ceremony. Full cooperation from all participants is expected to maintain respect, harmony, and adherence to Islamic principles.