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Can I marry without the permission of my parents in Islam?

Published in Islamic Marriage Laws 1 min read

Whether you can marry without your parent's permission in Islam depends on your marital status and gender.

Based on the provided reference: An unmarried girl requires her father's/guardian's permission to get married. A divorce' or widow does not need such permission. A man also does not need permission to get married.

Here's a breakdown:

Marital Status Gender Parental/Guardian Permission Required?
Unmarried Female Yes
Divorced/Widow Female No
Any Male No

In summary:

  • If you are an unmarried woman, you generally require the permission of your father or male guardian (wali) to get married.
  • If you are a divorced or widowed woman, you do not need your father or guardian's permission to remarry.
  • If you are a man, you do not need your parents' permission to get married, regardless of your marital status.

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