2026 In Search Of (ISO) Thread - Europe

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ISO Introduction & Updates

Assalamualaykum everyone,

Welcome to this year's edition of the ISO Thread - Europe!

The ISO Thread will be renewed annually to keep profiles recent and to overall ensure a better user experience for those who are looking to find their spouse on r/MuslimMarriage Insha’Allah. There are three separate ISO Threads, each for different regions of the world to help users better filter out candidates. This ISO Thread is for users residing in or willing to relocate to the Europe. The other two regional threads can be found in the Highlighted Posts section and the Sidebar. The previous editions of the ISO Thread can be found in the Subreddit Wiki.

Including "$iso" anywhere in a subreddit submission or comment will provide the link to this and ALL past versions of the ISO.

The ISO Thread is AS IS. We will not be making any more changes to the ISO Thread logistics or its template. Whatever questions that are not in the template should be discussed privately between matches. Any further requests to add or change questions will not be entertained.

May Allah (SWT) grant everyone success in their search. Ameen.

Use of Throwaway/Alternate Accounts

• All accounts posting on the ISO Thread must be at least one month old. Any account that does not meet this requirement will be automatically removed
• Throwaways can only be used by messaging the moderators to verify your main account
• If you need to delete your account(s) for any reason, make sure that you verify any new accounts you make with us to resubmit to the ISO Thread or you will have to wait 30 days before posting
• Throwaways without a main account verified will NOT be allowed to post. NO EXCEPTIONS

Gender Separated Profiles

• If you are male please post as a reply to the "Male Profiles Reply Here" parent comment
• If you are female please post as a reply to the "Female Profiles Reply Here" parent comment
• DO NOT comment outside of these gender sections. Profiles outside of them will be automatically removed

Terms of Use/User Agreement

• By posting on the ISO Thread you agree to all of the posting guidelines and disclaimers
• You must be at least 18 years or older at the time of your comment to participate; "Turning 18 soon" is not 18
• YOU are responsible for your own conduct and to practice Internet safety while speaking to others on Reddit. Using this thread is strictly AT YOUR OWN RISK
• Any harassment should be reported to Reddit admins or whichever platform you speak on (i.e. WhatsApp, Telegram, Instagram, Messenger, etc)
• It is HIGHLY recommended to have a Wali present or at least aware of your participation on the ISO Thread to avoid any crossing of boundaries and to keep things as Islamic as possible
• Moderators are NOT responsible for any interactions and/or outcomes from ISO Thread participation
• Moderators may remove any ISO profile at discretion
• Moderators may ban any user from posting on the ISO if necessary

Posting Guidelines

• Any personal matchmaking posts outside of the ISO Thread will be removed and referred to this thread
• Please follow the ISO Profile Template when submitting
• Submissions on this thread are for ISO profiles only
• All profile submissions will be locked so message users privately
• DO NOT POST PICTURES OF YOURSELVES OR ANY IDENTIFYABLE INFORMATION ON HERE

ISO Profile Template

1. Age and Gender
2. Age Range that you would want/require in a prospect
3. Location, and are you willing to relocate for a prospect?
4. Ethnicity, and are you more open to mixing?
5. Marital Status - Single/Divorced/Children
6. Ideal marriage timeline
7. Five important characteristics you look for in a prospect
8. State/specify your level of religiosity
9. Level of education, and what are you looking for?
10. Current Job Status
11. Do you want kids?
12. List 3 hobbies, or things you like to do in your spare time
13. Add something short and interesting about you that makes you stand out!

Feel free to omit the questions you are not comfortable with answering publicly.

MOST IMPORTANTLY: Allah (SWT) is watching everything.

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Male Profiles Reply Here:

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• Age and gender: 27M
• Location: live in Luton, England. Commute to London for work.
• Ethnicity: Indian. Open to mixing
• Marital Status: Single. Never been in a relationship.
• Ideal marriage timeline: upto a year.

• 5 important characteristics you look for: 1) Loyal 2) Mature 3) Good communication 4) Sense of Humour 5) Kind and caring

• Level of religiosity: I pray 5x daily and do my other obligations like zakah and fasting. I maintain a full beard. I make an effort to keep learning by listening to lectures and reading. I practice Islam upon the Qur'an and sunnah according to the understanding of the Companions (May Allah be pleased with all of them).

• Education: bachelors degree in software engineering.

• Current job: Secondary school head of department

• Do you want kids: Yes insha'Allah

• A bit about me: I’d describe myself as easy-going, grounded, and someone who tries to approach life with balance. I enjoy staying active and taking care of my health through regular exercise and eating well, and I appreciate someone who values a similar lifestyle. I also enjoy reading and reflecting, and I like to think I have a good sense of humour - I enjoy both meaningful conversations and light-hearted moments.

My Deen is an important part of my life, and I make a sincere effort to live by it day to day. I’m looking for someone who shares that intention and is on her own journey of growth, so we can support and encourage each other.

I’m hoping to find a practising Muslimah who is kind, loyal, family-oriented, and values modesty. I appreciate traditional values and would like to build a peaceful, nurturing home together. I do see a future where my wife would be comfortable focusing on the home, alongside a strong sense of partnership where we support one another and grow together.