Should a woman change her surname?

Q: 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?

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A: 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:

Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)