Should a woman change her surname?
Question
Is it permissible for a woman to change her surname to that of her husband or can she keep her father's first name after marriage?
Answer
Both are permissible. Refer to http://muftionline.co.za/node/314
And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.
- Answered by
- Mufti Zakaria Makada
- Checked & approved by
- Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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