Marriage Certificate

Everything You Need to Know About Applying for a Marriage Certificate

NADRA Registration Marriage Certificate is an official document that serves as legal proof of marriage in Pakistan. Issued by the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA), this certificate contains essential information such as the names of the spouses, their CNIC numbers, the date of marriage, and the location of the marriage registration. It is a crucial document for legal recognition of the marriage. It is often required for administrative purposes, such as applying for visas, claiming inheritance rights, and accessing government services.

Oral Nikkah According To Law

Scope – There is no bar on oral nikkah especially in our tribal and traditional society, where the marriages are being solemnized orally related to Case Law No.

 PLJ 2018 Cr.C. 130 (DB)

Oral Nikkah According To Religion

Marriage is one of the most beautiful experiences of human life. As Muslims, we believe that if we are destined to get married, we will meet the person when the time is right, Insha’Allah. Allah s.w.t. creates us in pairs and grants us love in our hearts to love another human being.

The Prophet Muhammad s.a.w. said:

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         “There is nothing like marriage, for the two who love one another.”

(Sunan Ibn Majah)

Marriage/ Court Marriage/ Shadi

Marriage, also called matrimony or wedlock, is a culturally and often legally recognized union between people called spouses. It establishes rights and obligations between them. A marriage ceremony is called a wedding, while a private marriage is sometimes called an elopement.

Marriage can be recognized by a state, an organization, a religious authority, a tribal group, a local community, or peers. It is often viewed as a contract. A religious marriage ceremony is performed by a religious institution to recognize and create the rights and obligations intrinsic to matrimony in that religion. Religious marriage is known variously as Nikkah in Islam , Sacramental Marriage in Christianity (especially Catholicism), nissuin in Judaism, and various other names in other faith traditions, each with their own constraints as to what constitutes, and who can enter into, a valid religious marriage.

Marriage is part of my “”

Sunnah, and whoever does not follow my sunnah has nothing to do with me. Get married, for I am heartened by your great numbers before the nations (of other Prophets).”

(Sunan Ibn Majah)

Marriage/ Court Marriage/ Shadi

Marriage, also called matrimony or wedlock, is a culturally and often legally recognized union between spouses. It establishes their rights and obligations. A marriage ceremony is called a wedding, while a private marriage is sometimes called an elopement.

A state, an organization, a religious authority, a tribal group, a local community, or peers can recognize marriage. It is often viewed as a contract. A religious institution performs a religious marriage ceremony to identify and create the rights and obligations intrinsic to matrimony in that religion. Spiritual marriage is known as Nikkah in Islam, Sacramental Marriage in Christianity (especially Catholicism), nissuin in Judaism, and other names in other faith traditions, each with their constraints on what constitutes and who can enter into a valid religious marriage.

Marriage is part of my Sunnah, and whoever does not follow my sunnah has nothing to do with me. Get married, for I am heartened by your great numbers before the nations (of other Prophets).”

(Sunan Ibn Majah)

Marriage/ Court Marriage/ Shadi

Required Documents for Marriage Registration Certificate (MRC)

Documents required for Registration of Marriage / Online Nikkah

The following documents are required when you are considering doing an online Nikkah or register your Nikkah Nama in NADRA union council.

  • ID Cards of both Bride and Groom (CNIC/ B.Form/ Birth Certificate if they are Pakistani Citizens, Passport copy if they are not a citizens of Pakistan).

  •  If the woman marital status is divorced, then a copy of divorce certificate is required.

  • If the woman marital status is widow, then a copy of death certificate of her ex-husband is required.

  •  If the man marital status is married, divorced or widower then related to that certificate is required.

  • If there is a Prenup, we would be required to legalize that in Pakistan before its use (in Pakistan or abroad).

  • Nikkah Nama (In either English or Urdu) we will provide.
  • In some cases, A Special Power of Attorney on behalf of the Bride and Groom.

Please note that we would require witnesses to the online Nikkah / Court Marriage, we can arrange these, and if you are unable to meet the required documents then feel free to contact us we will arrange those document.

Conditions of the wali

. He should be of sound mind

  1. He should be an adult
  2. He should be free (not a slave)
  3. He should be of the same religion as the bride. A non-Muslim cannot be the wali of a Muslim , male or female, and a Muslim cannot be the wali of a kafir, male or female, but a non-Muslim can be the wali of a non-Muslim woman for marriage purposes, even if they are of different religions. An apostate (one who has left Islam) cannot be a wali for anybody.
  4. He should be of good character (‘adalah – includes piety, attitude, conduct, etc.), as opposed to being corrupt. This is a condition laid down by some scholars, although some of them regard the outward appearance of good character as being sufficient, and some say that it is enough if he is judged as being able to pay proper attention to the interests of the woman for whom he is acting as wali in the matter of her marriage.
  5. He should be male, as the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said: “No woman may conduct the marriage contract of another woman, and no woman can conduct the marriage contract on behalf of her own self, because the zaniyah (fornicatress, adulteress) is the one who arranges things on her own behalf.”(Reported by Ibn Majah, 1782; see also Sahih al-Jami’, 7298)

Sections of Nikkah Nama

The Muslim Family Law Ordinance 1961 (VIII of 1961)

The Nikkah Nama has 26 sections and come in both English and Urdu;

Sections 1 

 is related to union council name, ward no and district.

Section 2-6

over personal details of bride & groom  names , father names address , CNIC number, marital status of bride and bride’s age (as per Pakistani law, bride must be over 16 to register the marriage).

Sections 7-8

 deal with the wakil / wali of bride and witnesses from the bride side

Sections 9-10

is related with the Wali / Wakil of Groom and their witnesses (specially the wali of groom is needed when the groom is not available at the time of signature in Nikkah Nama then the groom wali can sign in Nikkah Nama on behalf of groom).

Section 11

deal with the two marriage witnesses.

Section 12

 is related with the date of marriage.

Section 13-16

are deal with Dower / Haq Mehar (Prompt & deferred) assets, gifts, and dower portion given to the bride and its format (i.e. gold, cash, property etc.), and when these will be due.

Section 17

deals with the specific condition (if any )

Section 18

 he is given the right to bride to take Talaq if yes then on what specific conditions.

Section 19

is totally vice versa of section 18

Section20

addresses the concern of the monthly allowance that the husband gives his wife every month.

Section 21-22

addresses the groom’s marital status, and whether he has permission from his first wife.

Section 23

is related with NIKKAH KHUA (a person who solemnized the marriage) details.

Section 24

deals with the marriage regulation date.

Section 25

 deals with the Fee of marriage registration.

Section 26

is related to MUSLIMS only who gives statement on it that HAZRAT MUHAMMADIs the last Prophet Of ALLAH PAK.

Marriage can be recognized by a state, an organization, a religious authority, a tribal group, a local community, or peers. It is often viewed as a contract. A religious marriage ceremony is performed by a religious institution to recognize and create the rights and obligations intrinsic to matrimony in that religion. Religious marriage is known variously as Nikkah in Islam , Sacramental Marriage in Christianity (especially Catholicism), nissuin in Judaism, and various other names in other faith traditions, each with their own constraints as to what constitutes, and who can enter into, a valid religious marriage.

Marriage is part of my Sunnah, and whoever does not follow my sunnah has nothing to do with me. Get married, for I am heartened by your great numbers before the nations (of other Prophets).”

(Sunan Ibn Majah)

Assistance Available at Law of Lawyers

Assistance Available at Law of Lawyers

At Law of Lawyers, we understand the importance of obtaining the NADRA Marriage Registration Certificate, which serves as legal proof of marriage in Pakistan. Our experienced team is here to guide you through the entire process, ensuring that all necessary documentation is accurately prepared and submitted. We provide comprehensive legal advice on marriage registration procedures, helping clients understand their rights and obligations under the law. Our support ensures a smooth process, giving you peace of mind during this critical step in your life.

We offer a streamlined service that allows you to generate your NADRA Marriage Registration Certificate through us. We will deliver the certificate after completing all the required steps and processing it. We aim to make marriage registration as easy and efficient as possible, with personalized assistance tailored to your unique situation. Whether you need help with documentation and legal representation or have questions about the registration process, our team is here to support you every step of the way.