Walima invitation wording: examples for cards and WhatsApp
Updated 2026-10-15
The Walima is the wedding feast hosted after the Nikah, traditionally by the groom's family, to share the joy of the marriage with relatives and friends. Its invitation is a little different from the Nikah card: the marriage has already happened, so the tone is thankful and celebratory. Below are examples you can copy and adjust, plus a few etiquette tips.
What to include on a Walima card
- An opening line: Bismillah, or a short thanks such as “Alhamdulillah”.
- The hosts: usually the groom's parents.
- The couple's names, often with “son of” and “daughter of” lines.
- The event: “Walima dinner”, “Walima reception” or “Dawat-e-Walima”.
- Day, date and time, written clearly with AM/PM.
- Venue, with the full location pin sent separately on WhatsApp.
- A dua for the couple and an RSVP contact.
Example 1: formal Walima invitation (groom's family)
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Mr. & Mrs. Abdul Kareem Shaikh
request the pleasure of your company at the Walima dinner
to celebrate the marriage of their son
Imran
with
Ayesha
daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Mohammed Arif Siddiqui
Sunday, 20 December 2026 · 8:00 PM onwards
Grand Palace Hall, Tolichowki, Hyderabad
RSVP: Shaikh Family · 98xxx xxxxx
Example 2: “Alhamdulillah” Walima wording
Alhamdulillah, the Nikah of Imran & Ayesha has been solemnised.
With grateful hearts, we invite you to join us for the Walima
Sunday, 20 December 2026 · 8 PM
Grand Palace Hall
Barakallahu lakuma wa baraka alaikuma
Example 3: short WhatsApp message
Assalamu alaikum! 🤍
Alhamdulillah, Imran & Ayesha are now married.
Please join us for the Walima dinner on Sun 20 Dec, 8 PM at Grand Palace Hall.
Location: (pin below)
Your presence and duas mean the world to us.
Example 4: invitation from both families
With the blessings of Allah
the Shaikh and Siddiqui families
invite you to the Walima reception of
Imran & Ayesha
Sunday, 20 December 2026 · 8:00 PM
Grand Palace Hall, Tolichowki
Example 5: from the couple
Bismillah
We are married, Alhamdulillah!
Join us, Imran & Ayesha, for our Walima dinner
Sunday, 20 December · 8 PM
Grand Palace Hall
Please keep us in your duas.
Example 6: combined Nikah and Walima card
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Mr. & Mrs. Mohammed Arif Siddiqui and Mr. & Mrs. Abdul Kareem Shaikh
invite you to the wedding of Ayesha & Imran
Nikah · Saturday, 19 December · 5:00 PM · Royal Nawab Banquets
Walima · Sunday, 20 December · 8:00 PM · Grand Palace Hall
RSVP: 98xxx xxxxx
Example 7: intimate family Walima
Alhamdulillah
We are hosting a small Walima lunch for close family
to celebrate the marriage of Imran & Ayesha
Sunday, 20 December · 1:30 PM · at our home
It would mean so much to have you with us.
Example 8: Urdu-style “Dawat-e-Walima”
Dawat-e-Walima
Ba-farmaish: Janab Abdul Kareem Shaikh & family
Barkhurdar Imran ki shadi-khana-abadi ki khushi mein
aap ko Walima ki dawat di jaati hai
Itwaar, 20 December 2026 · Raat 8 baje
Grand Palace Hall, Tolichowki
Duas and lines to add
- بَارَكَ اللَّهُ لَكُمَا وَبَارَكَ عَلَيْكُمَا وَجَمَعَ بَيْنَكُمَا فِي خَيْرٍ – May Allah bless you both, shower blessings upon you, and unite you in goodness.
- Alhamdulillah – All praise is for Allah. A natural opening for a Walima, since the Nikah is complete.
- JazakAllahu khairan – May Allah reward you with good. A kind closing line, or for thank-you cards after the event.
Etiquette tips
- Send it in time. For guests travelling from other cities, send the Walima invite with the Nikah invite, 3–4 weeks before. A reminder message two days before helps.
- Match the design. A Walima card in the same design as the Nikah card looks thoughtful and is easy for guests to recognise in a busy WhatsApp chat.
- Keep the card short. Put the dress code, parking details or menu notes in the WhatsApp message, not on the image.
- Mention segregated seating or separate entrances on the card if your venue has them, so guests know what to expect.
Ready-made Walima designs
Every Riz Studio Co wedding suite includes a matching Walima card next to the Nikah, Mehndi and Save the Date designs: try Pastel Floral, Blue Tulip or Minimal Modern. Rather not type it yourself? With the Personalised set we add your names and details for you. For Nikah card wording, see our Nikah invitation wording examples.
Questions
Who sends the Walima invitation?
Traditionally the groom's family hosts the Walima, so the invitation usually comes from the groom's parents. Many couples now send it in both families' names or their own.
When is the Walima held?
Usually after the Nikah, often the same day or one or two days later, once the marriage has been completed. Families follow their own custom.
What dua can I write on a Walima card?
A common choice is 'Barakallahu lakuma wa baraka alaikuma wa jama'a bainakuma fi khair' – May Allah bless you both, shower blessings upon you, and unite you in goodness.
Can I send a Walima invitation on WhatsApp?
Yes. Most families now send a phone-size e-invite (1080 × 1920) on WhatsApp, followed by the location pin and a short personal message.
