Searching for Muslim dating in the UK? Look for marriage instead.
Many British Muslims search for “Muslim dating” when what they want is a serious, halal route to marriage. Zawaj is an app for exactly that: no casual dating, no swiping, and room for your family.
“Dating” and what Muslims actually want
For many Muslims, casual dating conflicts with their faith, but the wish to meet someone and get to know them before marriage is natural. The answer is to meet with the intention of marriage, with boundaries and family involvement. Read halal dating vs marriage apps and are Muslim dating apps haram?
How Zawaj is different from a dating app
There is no swiping or liking. You send a written proposal, and calls open only after it is accepted. Everyone is there for nikah. Photos are moderated and can be blurred, and you can bring your wali into the conversation with the Chaperone/Wali feature.
Getting to know someone properly
Take the time to ask the important questions about faith, family, money and plans. See questions to ask before nikah, how long to talk before nikah and video call etiquette.
Staying safe
Be careful with personal details, keep early conversations on the platform and report anyone who is not serious. See how to spot fake profiles, halal dating rules and halal date ideas and safety and privacy.
Find Zawaj near you
Zawaj is available in London, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds and across the UK. See how Muslim apps compare.
Common questions.
Is Zawaj a Muslim dating app?
No. Zawaj is a Muslim marriage app. Everyone is there looking for nikah, with family involvement and no swiping.
Is it halal to meet someone online for marriage?
Many scholars permit meeting with the intention of marriage, with respect for boundaries and family involvement. Ask a scholar you trust.
Is there a free Muslim dating app in the UK?
Zawaj is free to join. Creating a profile, browsing and messaging matches costs nothing.
How is Zawaj different from Muzz or Salams?
See our comparison on the Zawaj vs other apps page.
Looking for marriage, not dating?
Download Zawaj free.
