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Nikah imam in New York City

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From Brooklyn and Queens to the Bronx, Manhattan and Staten Island, New York City is home to mosques serving families from every background. Share your date and preferences and we'll help you find an imam for your nikah, at a mosque, a hall or your home.

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Frequently asked questions

Can an imam in New York City legally marry us?
Only if they are authorized to perform marriages in New York. On ImamConnect, every profile clearly shows either "Registered officiant (legal + religious)" or "Religious ceremony only". Filter for registered officiants if you need the legal marriage as well.
Do we need a marriage license before the nikah?
If you want the marriage legally recognized in New York, yes. You get the marriage license from the county or city clerk before the ceremony and give it to the officiant. The imam cannot issue the license for you. For a religious-only nikah, no license is required.
What languages can the nikah be conducted in New York City?
Imams serving New York City conduct ceremonies in a range of languages, including English, Arabic, French, Urdu, Turkish, Punjabi, Bengali and Somali. Each profile lists the languages the imam can conduct the full ceremony in, not just speak casually.
How quickly will we hear back after requesting a date?
We respond within 24 hours to confirm availability, inshaAllah.

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