Is the aforementioned marriage—which took place between a Muslim man and a Christian woman who embraced Islam in the presence of her Christian family and witnesses, and without the presence of a sheikh, with the immediate payment of part of the dowry and a promise for the deferred part—Islamically valid, and what must be done if some of its conditions are missing?
For the fatwa to be precise in this matter, it is necessary to know the details of the guardian's and witnesses' conversion to Islam, and the true nature of the woman's relationship with the previous man. Therefore, it is advisable to speak directly with a scholar to clarify the matter. If that is not possible, one can contact scholars in another country.
A valid marriage has essential conditions, the most important of which are the guardian and witnesses. Writing the contract is not a condition for its validity; rather, documentation is for the preservation of rights. Misyar marriage is permissible if it fulfills the conditions. A Muslim should ask people of knowledge about what he does not know before undertaking an action.
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