if a muslim man marries a christian girl in the presence of 2 witnessesbut does not announce it to anyone else, is the marriage valid?

If a Muslim male and Christian female marry one another in the presence of two male witnesses, the marriage will be valid. However, in marrying a Christian one should exercise extreme precaution as that has major consequences. It is also advisable to announce the Nikah, the wisdom underlying the announcement is to avoid any misconception of an illegitimate and illicit relationship.

and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best

Mufti Ebrahim Desai
FATWA DEPT.