What is the statement of intention (Niyyah) and why does Vesile ask for it?

At Vesile, at a certain moment you come across the statement of intention, which we call Niyyah. For some people that raises questions: what exactly am I signing, why is it needed, and what does it mean? On this page we explain what the statement of intention is, when you come across it, and above all why we ask for it. Because it isn't a formality or a hurdle, but something that protects the heart of Vesile: a place where people meet with a sincere intention to marry.

What is the statement of intention?

The statement of intention, Niyyah, is a short, conscious affirmation of your intention. Niyyah means intention, and that's exactly what it's about. You affirm that you use Vesile with a sincere purpose: looking for a marriage, and with respect for the people you meet here.

The statement itself is short and clear:

"Niyyah; my intention. By continuing I confirm that I use Vesile with a sincere intention towards marriage. I will act honestly and respectfully, and treat the people I meet here as I would want to be treated. This confirmation applies to my whole time on Vesile, not only to this one proposal."

At its core you affirm three things: that you're searching with a sincere intention to marry, that you deal with others honestly and respectfully, and that this intention applies for your entire time on Vesile, not only for one moment.

When do you come across the statement of intention?

The statement of intention belongs to the moment things become serious. You sign it when you first accept a proposal, so at the point where getting to know someone can really begin. It isn't a step you go through at registration; registering and receiving proposals is simply possible.

The moment you both say yes to a proposal, we share your contact details with each other, so you can get in touch. The statement of intention belongs to that step: you affirm your intention precisely at the moment a real introduction arises. It's a one-time affirmation; you sign it once, and after that it applies for your entire time on Vesile.

Why does Vesile ask for this?

This is the most important question, and the answer touches the heart of why Vesile exists. The large, anonymous apps fill up with people looking for all sorts of things: some serious, many non-committal, and sometimes something that has nothing to do with marriage. That mixing is precisely the frustration people walk away from there with.

The statement of intention is our way of counteracting that. By having everyone consciously affirm that they're searching with a marriage intention, you set the tone from the start. It doesn't rule out everyone with wrong intentions with absolute certainty, but it attracts the people who want the same thing as you, and it makes clear what Vesile stands for. Why that clear intention is so decisive, you can read in getting to know someone with the intention to marry: why it matters.

It's also a form of protection. When you know the other has signed that same affirmation, you begin getting to know someone with a shared starting point. That brings peace of mind: you're facing someone who consciously chose the same seriousness.

A conscious step, not a formality

Signing the statement of intention is deliberately more than a checkbox you click carelessly. It's a moment to pause at your own intention. You affirm the statement and with that take a conscious step toward a serious introduction.

A one-time contribution is attached to this affirmation, not a subscription. So you don't keep paying monthly and aren't "kept searching"; it's one moment at which you affirm your intention and getting to know someone can begin. Why that difference from a subscription model matters, you can read in a dating site without a subscription: what does that mean for quality.

The way of getting to know someone that follows, with respect and within the right boundaries, we describe in how halal getting to know someone works in practice. And how to do that safely, you can read in getting to know someone safely as a Muslim woman.

Frequently asked questions

What do I affirm with the statement of intention?

That you use Vesile with a sincere intention to marry, that you deal with others honestly and respectfully, and that this intention applies for your entire time on Vesile.

Do I have to sign the statement of intention at registration?

No. Registering and receiving proposals is simply possible. You sign the statement of intention at the moment you first accept a proposal, as getting to know someone really begins.

Is it a subscription?

No. A one-time contribution is attached to the affirmation, not an ongoing subscription. You pay once at the moment you affirm your intention.

Why does Vesile ask for a statement of intention?

To ensure everyone gets to know each other with the same seriousness: a sincere intention to marry. It sets the tone, attracts the right people, and gives you the peace of mind that the other has affirmed the same.

Ready to get to know someone in a place where everyone affirms searching with the same intention? At Vesile, every introduction begins with a sincere intention to marry.