Muslim marriage in Algeria

In Algeria, the family is involved in every step of a marriage. Maktoubna helps you find a serious person who shares your practice and plans, then move forward with your wali.

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Getting married in Algeria: the steps

Under the Family Code (amended in 2005), the legal age of marriage is 19 for both men and women.
Marriage is concluded before a notary or a civil registrar, with two witnesses; an adult woman concludes it in the presence of her wali (her father, a relative or a person of her choice).
A recent premarital medical certificate is required for both spouses-to-be.
Algerians abroad can marry at the consulate or have a locally celebrated marriage transcribed.

General information for guidance only. Check with the town hall, court or relevant consulate before taking any steps.

From the first card to the proposal

Introduce yourself honestly
Your religious practice, your life plans, what you hope for in a spouse. Ten minutes is enough.
Browse compatible profiles
Right if you are interested, left if not. You only see adults of the opposite sex whose e-mail has been verified.
Talk once interest is mutual
A conversation opens only when both of you are interested. You alone decide when your photos become visible.
Bring in the families
Share your wali’s contact details in one tap and carry on the proper way.

Built for marriage, not for entertainment

Modesty first

Your photos stay blurred until you reveal them to a match. Blurring happens on our servers, so nobody can get around it.

The wali has a place

Add your wali and share his contact details in the conversation once things become serious.

Clear intentions

Every profile states its practice, its plans and when the person hopes to marry. You know who you are talking to.

A safe setting

Report or block in two taps. Every report is reviewed by a person, and disrespectful accounts are removed.

Common questions

How do you get married in Algeria?

Under the Family Code (amended in 2005), the legal age of marriage is 19 for both men and women. Marriage is concluded before a notary or a civil registrar, with two witnesses; an adult woman concludes it in the presence of her wali (her father, a relative or a person of her choice).

Can I find a spouse in Algeria on Maktoubna?

Yes. Maktoubna is open to adult Muslim men and women in Algeria and worldwide, in English, French and Arabic. Joining, browsing profiles and messaging are free.

Who can see my photos?

By default, nobody: other members see a blurred version. You can reveal them to a specific match and blur them again whenever you like. You can also choose to make them visible to everyone.

Can I message someone without a match?

No. A conversation opens only when both people have shown interest.

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