Nikah (Marriage)

Islamic Center of Midland offers Nikah services for couples seeking to begin their marriage with Islamic guidance.

“And We created you in pairs.” Qur’an 78:8
وَخَلَقْنَاكُمْ أَزْوَاجًا
Nikah rings picture
“And We created you in pairs.” Qur’an 78:8
وَخَلَقْنَاكُمْ أَزْوَاجًا
There is nothing better for two who love one another than marriage. Sahih Al-Jami, 5200
لَمْ يُرَ لِلْمُتَحَابَّيْنِ مِثْلُ النِّكَاحِ
Marriage Guidance

Happy Muslim Marriages

When you see a happy couple, it does not mean they are perfect. It means they have a solid foundation and sound practices within their marriage. As Muslims, we understand that Allah (swt) bears witness to all of our actions, thoughts, intentions, and desires. Therefore, when we are conscious of this throughout our journey, we are better able to build a solid foundation. Here are some tips to maintain happiness in your marriage.
01

Accept

Accept each other as you are. Trying to change the other person can only provoke conflict and unhappiness. Place your trust in Allah (swt) and know the only person you can change is yourself.
02

Listen

Be sure to really listen to your partner with the intent of truly understanding them. Listening to your partner is one of the greatest gifts you can give.
03

Trust & Forgive

Trust and forgiveness are sometimes difficult, but they are part of the essence of Islam and are very important to practice with your spouse.
04

Respect

Respect comes in many forms and can be shown in many ways. Understanding each other’s boundaries early in the marriage is very important.
05

Touch

The power of touch is incredible and necessary to be unified in a marriage. Even the touch of a hand during a difficult time can be meaningful.
06

Compliment

Remind your partner frequently why you two work so well together. A heartfelt compliment goes a long way, and it is free.
07

Give

In Islam, we are taught to give without expecting anything in return. Your spouse is not exempt from this. Give sincerely.
08

Show

Every day you wake up and thank Allah (swt) for another day. Also show your spouse how much you appreciate and love them every day.
09

Enjoy

Sit back and enjoy the life you have with your partner. Remember Allah (swt) in everything you do and enjoy the blessings He has given you.
Before Ceremony

Before Nikah Ceremony

Required Steps

  1. Request an Application Form for Marriage Services from Islamic Center of Midland.
  2. Obtain the Marriage License from the county where the Nikah ceremony is to be performed. This may be different than the county where the bride or bridegroom lives.
  3. Return the completed Application Form for Marriage Services and a copy of the Marriage License to the ICM office by mail: 1801 N. Stark Rd., Midland, MI 48642.
  4. The original Marriage License must be brought to the Nikah ceremony for the Nikah performer to complete and for all parties and witnesses to sign. It must then be submitted to the county office issuing the Marriage License for the Marriage Certificate.

Identification

Picture identification of the bride, bridegroom, witnesses, and wali, if any, will be required at the time of the Nikah ceremony. These may include:
  1. Driver’s License.
  2. State Identification Card.
  3. A valid Department of Public Aid Card, including the ID and Medical Card.
  4. Passport.
  5. United States Resident Alien Card.
  6. If a legal guardian is giving consent, a certified copy of the guardianship papers must be shown.
Civil Marriage

When a civil marriage has been performed by a judge

  1. Pick up the Application Form for Marriage Services from ICM.
  2. Mail copies of both the marriage decree issued by a judge and the marriage certificate issued by the county where the judgment was entered.
  3. Return the completed Application Form for Marriage Services by mail to 1801 N. Stark Rd., Midland, MI 48642.
NOTE: If a marriage is performed at ICM, the Nikah ceremony can be performed in the Prayer Hall or in the Meeting Room. For use of the facility for food, there may be an additional charge. For information regarding fees for Nikah and/or meeting room rental, please contact us by email.