Family
Oct. 24, 2025
Bridging traditions: Prenuptial agreements and Mahr in cross-cultural marriages
In California, cross-cultural couples -- particularly those with Iranian or Muslim heritage -- can honor both an Islamic Mahr and a state-compliant prenuptial agreement by approaching dual documentation with transparency, respect, and legal and cultural sensitivity.
Modern family law increasingly meets the intersection of culture, immigration and faith. Among cross-border and diaspora couples, especially those with Iranian or Muslim heritage, the question often arises: Can a California prenuptial agreement and an Islamic Mahr coexist? The answer, both legally and culturally, is yes -- if approached with knowledge, transparency and sensitivity.
I. The prenuptial agreement: Purpose and parameters
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