Cost to hire an imam for ceremonial wedding

The cost to hire an imam for a ceremonial wedding can vary based on location and services provided. Generally, at Dar Al-Hijrah Islamic Center, the fees are as follows: $300 for in-house ceremonies and starting at $500 for outside ceremonies, subject to availability and special requests. To ensure a smooth process, couples should follow these steps:
– Obtain a marriage license from any Virginia court or a marriage certificate from another state.
– Schedule an appointment with the imam within sixty days of the license issuance.
– Complete mandatory premarital counseling before the ceremony.
On the appointment day, bring:
– Both partners and the bride’s guardian (Wali), who must be a Muslim male.
– Two Muslim male witnesses.
– Court paperwork and identification for all parties involved.
Remember to declare the Mahr (marriage dower) in monetary value for inclusion in the marriage certificate.