When a marriage is ending, it can be easy to focus only on what the husband wants, what the wife wants or who is right and wrong. But the rights of Allah must never be forgotten. Even during divorce, a Muslim must remember Allah, follow His commands and avoid doing what He has forbidden. Divorce is allowed in Islam, but it must be handled upon The Qur’aan & Sunnah as Understood by the Salaf (Pious Predecessors) of this Ummah. Both people should understand Tawheed, the oneness of Allah. Tawheed means believing that Allah alone is worthy of worship and singling out Allah alone in all of our worship. This also means obeying Allah during difficult times. Anger, sadness or disagreements should not cause either person to ignore Allah’s commands or take away the rights of the other person. We help both sides understand what Allah requires, their Islamic rights and the correct steps for ending a marriage.
Common Questions
“What is the correct way to get an Islamic divorce?”
“What is the difference between Talaq and Khula?”
“What does Islam require from us during a divorce?”
“Can a wife ask for a divorce?”
“What if only one spouse wants the divorce?”
“What if we both agree to separate?”
“Should we try to fix the marriage before getting divorced?”
“What is iddah, the waiting period a woman must complete after divorce, and when does it begin?”
“During my iddah, does my husband still have to provide housing and food for me?”
“What happens to the mahr after divorce?”
“What other financial responsibilities may continue after divorce?”
“What happens when children are involved?”
“What if my spouse refuses to cooperate?”
“What if my spouse lives in another country or cannot be reached?”
“What if my spouse refuses to give me my Islamic rights?”
“Is an Islamic divorce different from a legal divorce in Canada?”
“Will I receive an Islamic divorce certificate?”
“Will my case be kept private?”
Requirements
Clear reason for requesting an Islamic divorce
Information about the marriage and current situation
Islamic marriage certificate when available
Valid photo ID
Information from both spouses when required
Willingness to follow The Qur’aan & Sunnah as Understood by the Salaf (Pious Predecessors) of this Ummah
Willingness to respect the rights of Allah
Reconciliation efforts when appropriate
Mahr and other Islamic financial rights must be addressed
Iddah, the waiting period after divorce, must be observed when required
Both sides must be treated fairly
Additional documents may be requested depending on the situation
Our Services
Islamic divorce guidance
Talaq guidance
Khula guidance
Explanation of the Islamic divorce process
Teaching the rights of Allah during divorce
Teaching Tawheed and the importance of obeying Allah
Explanation of the rights of the husband and wife
Review of the Islamic marriage
Reconciliation guidance when appropriate
Islamic mediation when appropriate
Guidance about mahr
Guidance about iddah, the waiting period after divorce
Guidance about housing and financial support during iddah
Guidance when children are involved
Support when a spouse refuses to cooperate
Review of marriage and divorce documents
Islamic divorce certificate when the requirements are completed
Private and respectful handling of each case
Ready to Begin?
Divorce may end a marriage, but it does not end your responsibility to Allah. Both people should remember Allah’s rights, follow His commands and treat each other fairly throughout the process. We will review your situation and explain the Islamic steps that apply to your case upon The Qur’aan & Sunnah as Understood by the Salaf (Pious Predecessors) of this Ummah. For more information, email info@xlusivecentre.com.