Living in the West, Marrying Back Home: A Guide
Looking for a spouse from back home, or from your community abroad? Browse on App Store · Google Play
Short answer: search in the language your families share, filter by country of origin as well as where you live, talk by video before anyone travels, and involve both families early. Mizwaj works in Arabic, English and French and was built for Arab and Muslim communities at home and abroad.
Searching across two countries
- Set your filters for both the country you live in and the one you come from, so you see both groups.
- Say clearly in your profile where you plan to live after marriage. It is the first question everyone will ask.
- Use in-app voice and video calls (included with Premium on Mizwaj) to get to know each other before anyone books a flight, without sharing your number.
- Expect paperwork. Marriage registration and spouse visas follow the law of each country; ask early so plans are realistic.
Meeting Muslim singles in London, New York or Paris
In large cities, community events, mosques and university societies still matter, and apps widen the circle. Use a city or radius filter, then filter by practice and values. In Paris, a French and Arabic app helps families take part; in London and New York, many communities mix several origins, so values filters matter more than nationality.
Arab singles in Europe and the US
If you want an Arab spouse, search by origin and language and mention your country and dialect in your profile. See the best Muslim marriage apps by country for what to check where you live.
Handling cultural differences when you are both Arab
A Moroccan and a Syrian, or an Egyptian and an Emirati, share a faith and a language but not always customs. Talk early about:
- Wedding customs and who pays for what (mahr, ceremony, home).
- The role of extended family after marriage.
- Which dialect and language your children will grow up with.
- Where you will live and how often you will visit each family.
Involving both families early helps: see involving your wali and family. Before anyone travels, make sure the person is who they say they are: read how to spot fake profiles.
Why Mizwaj for marrying back home
Mizwaj is free to join, works in Arabic, English and French, and is for marriage only. You can keep photos blurred until you approve a request, screenshots are blocked in the app, and contact details can be shared only after three days of conversation. See what it costs and About Mizwaj.
On Mizwaj, every profile states its purpose: marriage.
