We are delighted you are considering the historic Shah Jahan Mosque as the venue for your marriage ceremony.
A nikah ceremony alone does not create a marriage in the legal sense unless it is conducted as part of a registered civil marriage ceremony.
Shah Jahan Mosque is proud to offer an English Civil marriage ceremony, recognised under the law of the United Kingdom. If you choose an English civil marriage ceremony, one ceremony will cover both religious and civil requirements.
can, however, acquire parental responsibility by marrying the child’s mother
(after the birth of your child) or being named on the birth certificate.
Yes. We can support both the Islamic nikah and the legal civil ceremony. Contact us (add link to booking form) to understand the options and requirements.
You will need to complete a booking form and provide the required documents. Our team will guide you through each step.
You will first need to contact your local register office and book an appointment to give notice of marriage. If living in Surrey, you must contact Surrey Register office.
When you attend your local register office, you must inform them you are looking to hold your ceremony at: The Shah Jahan Mosque, 149 Oriental Road, Woking. Any deviation from the above official name will result in you having to restart your notice of marriage process.
Usually up to 29 days after your appointment, (although in some cases 70 days) the Register Office will provide Shah Jahan Mosque with your legal schedule for marriage
You will need identification and, for the legal ceremony, specific civil documentation. You can upload documents required by the mosque when you book.
Yes. Family and guests of all backgrounds are welcome to attend respectfully.
Yes. We can offer guidance to help couples prepare for married life.
Modest dress is appreciated – please cover shoulders and legs, and loose clothing is recommended
Shoes should be removed before entering prayer areas.
Women are kindly asked to wear a headscarf in prayer areas. Scarves are usually available.
Contact us to check availability and start the booking process.. Dates are confirmed once all requirements are met.
We recommend contacting us as early as possible to check availability and make arrangements. For the English civil marriage ceremony, you should begin preparations at least 6 months ahead of your proposed legal marriage ceremony.