English Marriage Certificate from Pakistan

[H100S 1]

Hello All,

I am at the NVC stage and submitted an original nikahnama (marriage certificate) in English. I have seen conflicting posts about whether it is mandatory to provide an Urdu nikahnama, even though the English one is an original (I have originals in both languages). I'm debating whether I should just send in a copy of the Urdu version as well now. Might anyone else have had any recent experience with this, and know whether not submitting an Urdu version (in addition to the English version) may lead to a checklist?

Thank you,

HS

[NikLR 13,220]

Yes recently someone sent only the english version and had a checklist for the Urdu copy as well.

[H100S 1]

Thank you. I will go ahead and send a copy of the Urdu one as well.

[True Ashiq 1]

You must send photocopies of following to avoid a checklist:

1. Urdu Nikah Nama

2. English Nikah Nama

3. Marriage Registration Certificate (NADRA)

Make sure that Urdu and English Nikah Namas have a Registration of Marriage stamp on it. Originals of these are to be presented at the time of interview. Hope this helps.

Thank you. I will go ahead and send a copy of the Urdu one as well.

[Obaid87 1]

I have a Urdu nikkah namma and its english translation with the attested stamp and marriage registration certificate as well which was issued my Union Council

Is all set now.

[sabid 1]

I am in a weird situation where I ONLY got my English Nikkahnama made because I thought it would be faster.

As stated on the Pakistan Reciprocity Schedule ( http://travel.state.gov/content/visas/english/fees/reciprocity-by-country/PK.html ), “The original Nikah Nama is usually in Urdu and is required for consular processing of immigrant visas. The NADRA marriage certificate is not an acceptable substitute for the Nikah Nama. Attested translations of the Nikah Nama should be provided. In some larger jurisdictions, such as Karachi and Lahore, an original English Nikah Nama may be given upon request.”. I was married in Karachi and had requested an English Nikah Nama as the original rather than the Urdu one to avoid any issues with translation.

I got checklisted by the NVC saying that I only sent the translation. UGH

[SofisPatience 23]

Salaam everyone - Just wanted to post my experience with this. I don't think it will help but here goes.

I sent in my Marriage Certificate from NADRA that is already in English AND Urdu. I also sent my English Nikkah Nama and got a checklist. They said that my English Nikkah Nama was a translation.

So I called and explained that it is not a translation, the proof is that it has all signatures for bride, groom, witnesses, and most importantly of the Nikkah Registrar. It also has the official stamp of the Registrar. It took 1 month for the supervisor to review. It may have taken longer, but thanks to God, after I called almost everyday, I finally got through to a supervisor and she said she would request my file and review it herself.

Part of the reason I called every day was because I noticed some people get a supervisor review after only 1 week. Alhamdulillah it was reviewed and case was completed.

I recommend, as it was stated above, to send in BOTH the English and Urdu Nikkah Nama AND a cover letter explaining that the English is NOT a translation. God Willing this will save you from getting a checklist and having your case delayed.

Best wishes and prayers for everyone to get a Petition Approval, Case Complete, Visa Approved, and Visa in-Hand, and finally a reunion with our spouse, aameen!

~ Sofi

[AUMER 3]

what is "Registration of Marriage stamp"

I have a stamp on my nikah nama on which " The nikah registrar and The seal of " written

is it ok?

[sabid 1]

Salaam everyone - Just wanted to post my experience with this. I don't think it will help but here goes.

I sent in my Marriage Certificate from NADRA that is already in English AND Urdu. I also sent my English Nikkah Nama and got a checklist. They said that my English Nikkah Nama was a translation.

So I called and explained that it is not a translation, the proof is that it has all signatures for bride, groom, witnesses, and most importantly of the Nikkah Registrar. It also has the official stamp of the Registrar. It took 1 month for the supervisor to review. It may have taken longer, but thanks to God, after I called almost everyday, I finally got through to a supervisor and she said she would request my file and review it herself.

Part of the reason I called every day was because I noticed some people get a supervisor review after only 1 week. Alhamdulillah it was reviewed and case was completed.

I recommend, as it was stated above, to send in BOTH the English and Urdu Nikkah Nama AND a cover letter explaining that the English is NOT a translation. God Willing this will save you from getting a checklist and having your case delayed.

Best wishes and prayers for everyone to get a Petition Approval, Case Complete, Visa Approved, and Visa in-Hand, and finally a reunion with our spouse, aameen!

~ Sofi

I just had a supervisor review done and she said I still need an Urdu version.. this is so disappointing..

[SofisPatience 23]

Aumer , our nikkah Nama was signed and stamped by the local registrar, meaning it is an official document and Not a translation

Said, did you send them a translation? If you sent an English official nikkah Nama, then send them a letter explaining that.

[NikLR 13,220]

Avoid this issue by getting and sending the Urdu version.

[sabid 1]

I've been left no choice but to get an Urdu translation of my English Nikkahnama.. as crazy as that sounds.. ridiculous.

Advice for anyone reading this.. GET BOTH MADE!

[AUMER 3]

Thanks

[sabid 1]

A question for you guys who have been through the interview process in Islamabad..

Is it true that you have to mail your passport to the embassy as soon as you get your interview date after CC at NVC? Or do you just bring it with you to the interview?

[Saadat Alam 24]

I sent my Marriage certificate issued by NADRA which was in both languages Urdu and English. got no problem At all.