The Muslim marriage app for Canberra.
Zawaj helps Muslims in Canberra who are ready for marriage meet each other with clear intentions, with written proposals instead of swiping and your family involved when you choose.
Public servants, students and professionals.
Canberra’s Muslim community includes public servants, university students, diplomats and professionals from many countries, many of whom are far from family.
A transient population makes it hard to build the network that leads to introductions. Zawaj helps people who are ready for marriage find each other, in Canberra or in Sydney and Melbourne.
Built for how Canberra Muslims actually search.
Everyone is there for nikah
No casual dating and no endless swiping. Written proposals make it clear that people are serious.
Filters that matter
Search by practice, sect, background and location, in Canberra or across Australia, so you can find someone who shares your priorities.
Family involved, your way
Once a proposal is accepted, talk by message, voice or video call, and bring your wali in with the Chaperone/Wali feature.
Work, study and moving.
Many people in Canberra expect to move for work. Talk early about careers, where you would live and what each of you would be willing to change.
In Australia, a marriage is legally valid if it is solemnised by an authorised celebrant, and you normally lodge a Notice of Intended Marriage at least a month beforehand. Some imams are registered celebrants. Our nikah in Australia guide explains more.
Common questions from Canberra.
Is Zawaj available in Canberra?
Yes. Zawaj is free to join on iOS and Android in Canberra, the Australian Capital Territory and across Australia.
Is an Islamic marriage legally recognised in Canberra?
Only if it is solemnised by an authorised marriage celebrant after a Notice of Intended Marriage has been lodged, usually at least one month beforehand. Some imams are registered celebrants; otherwise many couples also hold a civil ceremony.
Is Zawaj a dating app?
No. Zawaj is a Muslim marriage app. Everyone is there looking for nikah, and you can involve your family or wali throughout.
More for your search.
Nearby: Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane. See Zawaj in Australia, or visit our page for Muslim women.
Meet Muslims in Canberra who are serious about marriage.
Download Zawaj free — Muslims in Canberra and worldwide, searching for marriage.
