Muslim marriage in the Netherlands

In the Netherlands, many young Muslims of Moroccan and Turkish origin are looking for a spouse who shares their values. Maktoubna offers them a serious setting in English, Arabic and French.

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Cities in the Netherlands

Getting married in the Netherlands: the steps

Only civil marriage, performed at the municipality (gemeente), is recognised by Dutch law.
The couple give notice of their intended marriage (melding voorgenomen huwelijk) to the municipality at least two weeks before the date.
The minimum age is 18; polygamy is prohibited.

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 the Netherlands?

Only civil marriage, performed at the municipality (gemeente), is recognised by Dutch law. The couple give notice of their intended marriage (melding voorgenomen huwelijk) to the municipality at least two weeks before the date.

Can I find a spouse in the Netherlands on Maktoubna?

Yes. Maktoubna is open to adult Muslim men and women in the Netherlands 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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