The certificate was sooo beautiful and such a lovely keepsake for us & we received many compliments on it from our guests!
Best Sellers
Discover by Category
Bundles
Bundles
Bundles include your hand embellished nikah contract, frame, and feather pen.
Embellished Nikah Certificates
Embellished Nikah Certificates
Embellished by hand to exhibit a lustrous reflection in the light.
Folder Sets
Folder Sets
The folder set features a two-page marriage certificate in a folio style booklet.
Printed Nikah Certificates
Printed Nikah Certificates
Meticulously crafted fine art prints, personalized to honor your marriage.
Folder Sets
The Soraya Collection
REVIEWS
โ โ โ โ โ
Loved by Couples Around the World
For the Love of Gold
WHY CHOOSE US
Handmade, Sharia-Compliant, Decorated Nikah Contracts
Raeesa Studio Nikah Certificates are designed in-house and accented with hand-painted metallic details reflecting commitment to Ihsan (excellence) and heirloom quality craftsmanship.
ORIGINAL ART
Born from the creative vision of our founding artist, each nikah certificate begins as an original design, while the Qur'an calligraphy is hand-composed by our calligrapher. When you order from us, you receive an original piece created by our artists, not a mass-produced template.
HAND-PAINTED EMBELLISHMENTS
After being printed on textured, archival paper, the metallic details on your nikah certificate are painted using a steady hand and fine, delicate brushes. Finally, a primer and varnish are applied to ensure lasting quality.
UNIQUE CUSTOMIZATIONS
Exclusive to Raeesa Studio Nikah Certificates, the coupleโs crest is a bespoke emblem hand-crafted by our calligrapher featuring the bride and groomโs names in Arabic. Additional condition pages with matching borders and embellishments are available, with more customization options coming soon.
SHARIA-COMPLIANT
Our texts have been reviewed and approved by Islamic scholars and have been signed in thousands of nikah ceremonies around the world. Your certificate holds Islamic validity as a Sharia-compliant Muslim marriage contract, provided the Mahr is stated on the certificate which is an option on the order form.
OUR STUDIO
The Art of Crafting Heirlooms
Raeesa Studio is a leading creator of decorated Nikah (Muslim marriage) Certificates, defined by our signature delicate compositions and elegant artistic style.
What is a Nikah Certificate?
Collapsible content
What is a nikah certificate, and is it Islamically valid or just for display?
At Raeesa Studio, we specialize in transforming your nikah certificate from a simple document into an elaborate work of Islamic art.
A nikah certificate is a document that records an Islamic marriage and is proof that the nikah took place. It includes the names of the bride and groom, witnesses, wali, and corresponding signatures.
Raeesa Studio Nikah Certificates hold Islamic validity as full Muslim marriage contracts provided that the Mahr is stated on the certificate. You have the flexibility to personalize the Mahr directly on our website once you have selected your preferred design. It is entirely up to you whether or not you wish to include the Mahr on the certificate.
Opting to keep your certificate as a keepsake without the Mahr is also a viable choice. Many of our couples choose not to include their Mahr but instead keep it as a memento, honoring the memory of their nikah.
What's the difference between a nikah certificate and nikah contract/nikkahnama?
A nikah certificate and a nikah contract (nikkahnama) both refer to the document signed during an Islamic marriage. A nikah certificate generally serves as proof that the nikah took place, while a nikah contract (nikkahnama) includes more detailed information, such as the rights and responsibilities of each spouse.
Essentially, they are the same marriage document, with the nikah contract/nikkahnama being a more detailed version that may include the mahr and/or additional conditions agreed upon by the couple.
Raeesa Studio Nikah Certificates can serve as fully Sharia-compliant nikah contracts by simply including the Mahr. We also offer optional additional pages, designed to match and finished with the same hand-painted embellishments, for couples who wish to include additional conditions. Youโre free to customize the text on your certificate, and upon request, we can send your finalized text directly to your officiant.
It is important to note that our contracts do not serve as official government documents. It remains your responsibility to complete the official registration of your marriage with the appropriate local government authorities.
Do we need a signed nikah contract for a valid Islamic marriage?
No. A Muslim marriage contract does not have to be written on paper. The contract can be completed orally, as long as it meets the requirements of a valid nikah. However, it has become common for couples to have a written certificate that not only confirms their contract but also includes conditions, similar to a pre-nup.
A written contract may still be required if your masjid, officiant, or local government asks for one for documentation purposes. In Western countries, your officiant will usually bring their own contract documents and may ask you to fill in necessary details for their records. You donโt need to worry about bringing the โcorrectโ nikah papers, as long as you have a qualified and experienced officiant. However, you are responsible for any documents required for government registration. Read more about full nikah contracts here.
Many couples still choose to bring their own nikah certificate for keepsake and display. At Raeesa Studio, our contracts serve a meaningful reminder, and unlike standard officiant papers, they are original art with hand-painted details.
What's the purpose of a Raeesa Studio Nikah Certificate?
Your Raeesa Studio Nikah Certificate is an heirloom created to be signed during your religious ceremony. Couples love how it elevates their wedding photos and becomes an integral part of the nikah decor, providing a deeply personal and artistic element that enhances the meaning of the ceremony.
Unlike generic, mass-produced certificates, our contracts are individually designed by our founding artist, transforming the signing of your marriage contract into a sentimental experience.
About Raeesa Studio Contracts
Collapsible content
What makes Raeesa Studio Nikah Certificates different from other vendors?
Raeesa Studio creates original, artist-led nikah certificate designs, not mass-produced templates. Each certificate is designed in-house by our founding artist, giclรฉe printed, and carefully finished by hand with hand-painted metallic embellishments. We take the extra time to prime and varnish each contract, giving it the durability and long-term preservation that sets our work apart. We treat all our nikah certificates as unique heirlooms, not just wedding stationery.
Our certificates are more than beautiful keepsakes. The text has been approved by marriage officiants, and with your mahr included, it serves as a fully sharia-compliant nikah contract. We honor the significance of nikah by offering the option to include additional conditions, ensuring your certificate is both visually stunning and true to your commitments.
How do I place an order, and what is the process?
Start by selecting a design fromย www.raeesastudio.com and completing the order form on the product page. Afterwards, click "add to cart" and proceed to the checkout.
Once your order is placed, you'll receive an order confirmation via email, containing the details you provided on the order form. Please review it thoroughly to ensure all the information is accurate.
Your order will now move into production and then be dispatched for shipping. If you requested a text preview or additional customizations, we will send you a preview for approval before production begins.
When will my order arrive?
Your contract will be prepared within 4โ5 business days (or 5โ6 business days for folder sets) before being dispatched to the shipping carrier. Pick-up orders are ready within 4 business days. For more details on production and shipping times, visit our Production & Shipping page.
We always keep your wedding date in mind, but if your date is time-sensitive, please complete our time-sensitive inquiry form before placing an order. We will respond within 24 hours.
Where are you based?
Weโre located in the Greater Toronto Area, Canada. Choosing our local pickup option at checkout allows you to receive your order faster.
Are these valid Muslim marriage contracts?
Yes. Raeesa Studio nikah certificates hold Islamic validity as Sharia compliant Muslim marriage contracts provided that the Mahr is stated on the certificate.ย You have the flexibility to personalize the Mahr directly on our website once you have selected your preferred design.
Mahr/Mehr is a gift or amount the groom must give to bride during the nikah process. Your nikah certificate is valid if the Mahr is included, but you can opt to leave it out and use it as a keepsake instead. Raeesa Studio nikah contracts have been evaluated by recognized marriage officiants in Canada. Our certificates have been signed by numerous couples worldwide, including those in the United States of America, the United Kingdom, Australia, and various European and Asian countries, at their nikah ceremonies.
It is important to note that while our nikah certificates hold Islamic validity as Muslim marriage contracts, they do not serve as official government documents. It remains your responsibility to complete the official registration of your marriage with the appropriate local government authorities.
What will be written on the certificate?
Raeesa Studio nikah certificate texts have been approved by Islamic scholars and are applicable to all sects. All certificates include hand-composed Arabic calligraphy of the basmala with Surah Ar-Rum and translation at the top. For the full text, visit our Certificate Text page.
You can request text changes in the โText Changesโ section of the order form when placing your order.
What customization options are available?
Our standard customization options include adding the names of the groom and bride, along with the date, location, mahr, and signature areas. You can also choose the order in which the groom or bride's name appears, select different fonts for the couple's names, and specify the number of witnesses. We are continuously expanding our range of customization choices!
For extra customization, you have the option to add a couple's crest, make text adjustments, change colors, add extra marriage condition pages, and more. You can explore all the customization choices on the order form once you've selected a design.
For more information, visit our Customization Options page.
When do I sign this?
Bring your nikah certificate to the religious ceremony, along with any required government documents, and present it to your officiant. The signing happens during the nikah or katb al-kitab, where all documents are signed at once. While some cultures treat the nikah ceremony like an engagement event, once the nikah is complete, the marriage becomes valid in Islam.
