Islamic Nikah
A dignified nikah ceremony conducted according to Islamic principles, with clear guidance for the couple and families.
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Now welcoming marriage enquiries across Victoria
Authorised in Victoria · Islamic & Civil
Islamic marriage in Melbourne.
Faithfully and legally.
A warm, dignified marriage service bringing together your Islamic nikah and Australian legal marriage requirements—guided with care from first enquiry to certificate.
AuthorisedVictorian celebrant
Faith-centredIslamic nikah
BilingualEnglish & Arabic
Qur’an
وَمِنْ آيَاتِهِ أَنْ خَلَقَ لَكُم مِّنْ أَنفُسِكُمْ أَزْوَاجًا لِّتَسْكُنُوا إِلَيْهَا وَجَعَلَ بَيْنَكُم مَّوَدَّةً وَرَحْمَةً
And among His signs is that He created for you spouses from among yourselves so that you may find comfort in them, and He placed between you affection and mercy.
Qur’an 30:21
Choose your next step
How can Nikah Victoria help you?
01Book a MarriageChoose a real appointment, complete the official NOIM and upload documents privately.Reserve a date →02Islamic NikāḥPlan a dignified ceremony with wali, witnesses, mahr and Islamic guidance.Explore Nikah services →03Muslim MatchingApply privately for a moderated, Imam-led introduction service.Register profile →04Counselling & ImamPremarital preparation, marriage guidance, reconciliation and private questions.Book consultation →
All services
Marriage support with clarity and care.
Islamic, legal and pastoral support for couples and families across Victoria.
Legal Marriage
An authorised marriage ceremony meeting Australian and Victorian legal requirements, with documents properly prepared and lodged.
Learn more →Marriage Counselling
Faith-centred premarital and marriage guidance to help couples build understanding, mercy and a strong foundation.
Learn more →Ask the Imam
Confidential guidance on Islamic marriage, family matters, nikah requirements and the rights and responsibilities of spouses.
Learn more →Premarital Preparation
A private preparation session covering communication, shared expectations, Islamic rights and responsibilities, and building a home with purpose.
Learn more →Nikah Planning
Practical help organising consent, wali arrangements, witnesses, mahr, ceremony wording and the documents needed for a smooth day.
Learn more →Reconciliation Guidance
Private faith-centred conversation for couples seeking calmer communication, mutual understanding and a constructive path forward.
Learn more →Online Consultation
Meet by phone or video before your ceremony to discuss your questions, documents, dates and nikah arrangements from wherever you are.
Learn more →Simple and supported
Your path to marriage, step by step.
We make the process clear so you can focus on the meaning of your day.
Enquire & consult
Tell us about your preferred date, location and ceremony. We discuss your needs and answer your first questions.
Lodge your notice
Complete the Notice of Intended Marriage and provide the documents required to confirm your identity and eligibility.
Prepare together
Plan your legal ceremony and nikah, including wali, witnesses, mahr, vows, family participation and any special requests.
Celebrate & register
Your ceremony is conducted with dignity. The legal documents are then lodged for registration with Births, Deaths and Marriages Victoria.
Muslim matching service
Seeking a husband or wife with faith and serious intention?
Register privately for a moderated, Imam-led introduction service for adult Muslims seeking marriage—not casual dating.
18+ Muslims onlyProfiles manually approvedContact details protected
Explore Muslim matching →Victorian requirements
Know what you’ll need.
For most couples, preparation is straightforward. We will confirm the documents applicable to your circumstances.
- ✓Notice of Intended MarriageUsually lodged with your celebrant at least one month before the ceremony and no more than 18 months before.
- ✓Evidence of date and place of birthUsually an original birth certificate or passport.
- ✓Photo identificationA current passport or driver licence may be used to establish identity.
- ✓Previous-marriage documentsIf applicable, evidence that the last marriage ended, such as a divorce order or death certificate.
- ✓Two adult witnessesTwo witnesses aged 18 or over must be physically present and sign the marriage certificates.
Requirements can vary. Final eligibility and document checks are completed personally before the marriage.
Nikah & civil marriage
Islamic Marriage (Nikah) & Civil Marriage.
We conduct Islamic Marriage (Nikah) ceremonies and celebrate civil marriages. As a Registered Minister of Religion, Imam Moaaz Hawari is authorised to conduct Islamic marriages and register them with Births, Deaths and Marriages Victoria (BDM).
Couples intending to marry should lodge the Notice of Intended Marriage (NOIM) at least one month before the intended marriage date. Couples may also request a Certificate of Islamic Marriage from the celebrant Imam.
To apply for an Islamic or civil marriage, please complete and sign the relevant forms and provide:
- Identification, such as passports or driver licences—preferably clear images of both sides of each driver licence.
- Islamic or civil divorce certificates, if applicable.
- Shahada certificate, if applicable.
For any wali-related matters, email moaazh1981@gmail.com.
Downloads
Marriage forms
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Meet your Imam & celebrant
Shaykh Moaaz Hawari.
Islamic marriage celebrant, Imam and marriage counsellor—bringing scholarship, pastoral care and more than 20 years of international community experience to couples and families in Victoria.
Shaykh Moaaz has served Muslim communities across Australia, Malaysia, the Middle East and the Philippines through Qur’an and Sunnah education, daʿwah, counselling, youth mentoring and community leadership.
Al-Azhar University Bachelor’s in Islamic Sciences (Hadith)MEDIU, Malaysia Master’s in Tafsir & ʿUlūm al-Qur’an · GPA 3.76Australia Diploma in Information Technology
Speak with Shaykh Moaaz →Guidance for couples
Marriage advice by Sheikh Moaaz Hawari.
Practical Islamic reminders for newly married couples—building a home upon mercy, patience, good communication and consciousness of Allah.
Ask Sheikh Moaaz a question →Featured adviceGood Advice for the Newly Married3 minutes · English
Marriage reminderThe Sea of Love3 minutes
Common questions
Before you book.
Clear answers to help you begin with confidence.
Can we do our Islamic nikah and legal marriage together?+
Yes. When all legal and Islamic requirements are met, both can be thoughtfully incorporated into one ceremony.
How early should we contact the celebrant?+
Contact us as early as possible. In most cases, the Notice of Intended Marriage must be received at least one month before the wedding date.
Can our ceremony be conducted in Arabic and English?+
Yes. The ceremony can include Arabic and English. If a party does not understand the legal ceremony language, an independent interpreter may be required.
Do you travel outside Melbourne?+
Services may be available across Victoria. Please include your ceremony location in your enquiry so travel arrangements can be discussed.
Can we have a simple legal-only ceremony?+
Yes. A simple ceremony can be arranged while still meeting every legal requirement, including the presence of two adult witnesses.
Begin your journey
Let’s plan a marriage ceremony that honours faith, family and law.
Complete the enquiry form and your availability, documents and next steps can be discussed personally.