Egyptian Dar al-Ifta Warns That 'Nafha Marriage' Is Illicit
The Egyptian Dar al‑Ifta issued a statement declaring that the so‑called “Nafha marriage” is not a legitimate contract and is forbidden under Islamic law.
Details of the warning
The clarification responded to a query from a university student who wants to marry a female classmate but fears the responsibilities of a conventional marriage. His friends suggested the Nafha arrangement, prompting the student to seek an official religious opinion.
The Dar explained that a valid marriage requires essential elements—contract, witnesses, and mahr—and that the Nafha model lacks these, rendering it both illegal and unrecognised by Sharia.
Background
The “Nafha marriage” concept has surfaced among some students as a way to bypass financial and legal obligations of a regular marriage, but scholars view it as an attempt to evade Islamic rules.
The Dar urges students to adhere to legitimate marital procedures and avoid any prohibited forms to stay within religious boundaries.
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