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Can female friends kiss in Islam?

Published in Islamic Social Interactions 1 min read

Yes, female friends can kiss in Islam, but with certain limitations.

Acceptable Forms of Kissing Between Female Friends

According to Islamic guidelines, physical displays of affection between female friends are permitted, but with specific conditions:

  • Acceptable Locations:
    • Head
    • Hands
    • Cheek
  • Unacceptable Locations:
    • Lips
    • Legs
    • Private areas
  • Intent:
    • The kiss should be without lust or sexual desire.
  • Context:
    • It should be between females. A girl should not kiss her male friend.


Acceptable Kissing Areas Unacceptable Kissing Areas Required Condition
Head Lips Without lust
Hands Legs Between female friends
Cheek Private areas


In summary, while physical displays of affection are permissible between female friends, they must adhere to the principles of modesty and intention as outlined in Islamic teachings. The purpose should be to express friendship and affection without any sexual connotations.

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