Can Muslim marriage be registered if husband is abroad?

I got married through traditional Muslim customs. Both my husband and I are Muslim, and it was an arranged marriage. I want to register our marriage. What documents are required for the process? My residential address before marriage was Mumbai, and my husband’s is in Uttar Pradesh (U.P). Where should we register the marriage — in Mumbai or U.P? Also, is my husband’s physical presence required for registration, as he is currently abroad for work and will return after one year?

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Advocate By LEAD INDIA Answered: 19 May 2025

You can register your marriage either in Mumbai or Uttar Pradesh, depending on where you have the proper documents and residence proof. As your husband is abroad, you may be able to register the marriage with his consent or through a power of attorney. A lawyer can assist in guiding you through the process. For further legal assistance contact us on our helpline number. 

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