Nikah documents
Nikah documents in Bangladesh
Muslim marriages in Bangladesh are registered by a government-licensed Nikah Registrar (Kazi) under the Muslim Marriages and Divorces (Registration) Act 1974, using the official kabin-nama.
Who registers the marriage
The licensed Nikah Registrar for the area records the marriage in the official register and issues certified copies of the kabin-nama.
Typical steps
- 1
Agree the den mohor, including how much is paid immediately and how much is deferred.
- 2
Book the Nikah Registrar and arrange two adult witnesses and the wali or representatives.
- 3
Complete every column of the kabin-nama, including the delegated right of divorce (talaq-e-tafweez) if agreed.
- 4
Sign and register the nikah, then collect certified copies of the kabin-nama.
Common items to prepare
- National ID cards or birth registration certificates
- Passport photos
- IDs of the witnesses and the wali
- Proof of age — at least 18 for the bride and 21 for the groom
- Divorce or death certificate if previously married
- Arbitration Council permission for a further marriage
Important notes
The legal minimum age is 18 for women and 21 for men. Registration protects mohor, maintenance, and inheritance rights, so avoid unregistered nikahs.
Family & wali considerations
Involve your wali or family representative early. Agree who attends, who speaks for the family, and how mahr and living plans will be discussed with dignity.
After documents
Once paperwork is clearer, focus on character, deen, and readiness. GoodSpouse helps serious Muslims meet with privacy, verification, and family-aware tools.
GoodSpouse provides general education only. Laws and mosque policies change. Verify every requirement with qualified local authorities before you travel or book a nikah date.
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