Formal family-hosted wording
In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. Mr and Mrs [Host surname], together with Mr and Mrs [Host surname], request the pleasure of your company at the nikah of [Name] and [Name], followed by dinner.
- ✦Add the full date and start time
- ✦Name the mosque or venue precisely
- ✦State whether the meal follows at another location
- ✦Place the RSVP deadline and contact after the invitation
Modern couple-led wording
With gratitude and joy, [Name] and [Name] invite you to celebrate their nikah and walima. Please join us on [date] at [venue]. Your presence and duas would mean so much to us.
- ✦Use ‘nikah and walima’ only when both are taking place
- ✦Replace formal request language with the couple’s natural voice
- ✦Keep duas in the sentence only if it suits the families
- ✦Give every event its own time and map
Bilingual wording
Write each edition naturally rather than mirroring every sentence. Names, dates, venue details and RSVP instructions must match exactly, but the invitation line can follow the conventions of each language. Ask a fluent family member to review Arabic religious phrasing before it is shared.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Should we put Bismillah on the invitation?+
It is a family and personal choice, not a requirement for every invitation. If included, verify the Arabic carefully and place it respectfully.
What is the difference between nikah and walima wording?+
Nikah wording invites guests to the marriage ceremony. Walima wording invites them to the celebratory meal or reception; list both separately when they occur at different times or venues.
How do we mention no children or separate seating?+
Keep it warm and practical—for example, ‘We have reserved places for the guests named on this invitation’ or ‘Separate family seating will be available.’
Where should the RSVP go?+
After the event details, with one clear deadline and the response link or button.