Edinburgh
Turkish marriage in Edinburgh
Edinburgh in numbers
Edinburgh has around 22,000 Muslim residents.
22,000
Muslim residents
4.2%
of Edinburgh
2
mosques listed below
Muslim life in Edinburgh
Edinburgh's Central Mosque on Potterrow is a landmark of Islamic architecture in Scotland. The capital's Muslim community is diverse, including Pakistani, Arab, Somali, and Turkish families. The city's four universities bring a cosmopolitan Muslim student population.
Mosques in Edinburgh
- Edinburgh Central Mosque (Potterrow)
- Anwar-e-Madina Mosque
Areas with large Muslim communities
Turkish marriage in the UK
Turkish migration to Britain began with Turkish Cypriots arriving from the late 1940s, followed by mainland Turkish migrants from the 1970s onward, and a large Kurdish community from Turkey. North London, particularly Hackney, Haringey, and Enfield, became the centre of British Turkish life. The community runs restaurants, shops, mosques and community organisations across London and beyond.
Turkish marriage customs in the UK typically include the Kiz Isteme (asking for the bride), the Soz Kesme (engagement), the Kina Gecesi (henna night), and the Dugun (wedding celebration). Turkish weddings are known for their lively celebrations with music, dancing, and gold gifting ceremonies. Many British Turkish families seek partners who understand both Turkish culture and British life.
Languages often spoken at home: English, Turkish, Kurdish.
How it works in Edinburgh
- Step 1
Create a free profile
Tell us about your faith, family and what you want in a spouse. You must be 18 or over and live in the UK.
- Step 2
Find people near you
Set your filters to Edinburgh or the wider area, plus sect and background, then send a like or a short compliment.
- Step 3
Talk with your wali involved
Chat opens once they accept. Invite your wali to get copies of the messages you send, and report or block anyone in one tap.
Questions about Turkish marriage in Edinburgh
How many Turkish Muslims live in Edinburgh?
Around 22,000 Muslims live in Edinburgh, about 4.2% of the population.
Is UK Muslim Marriage free for Turkish Muslim singles in Edinburgh?
Joining is free and you can browse, like and chat with matches without paying. Optional Silver, Gold and Diamond memberships start at 99p a week and give you more likes, compliments and profile boosts. Memberships renew until you cancel, and you can cancel any time in the app.
How are profiles checked?
Our team reviews every new profile and photo before other members can see it. Members can also upload a UK photo ID and a selfie, which we check by hand, to get a Verified badge. You can report or block anyone from their profile or your chat.
Can my wali or parents be involved?
Yes. You can invite your wali, a parent or another guardian from the app. If you choose, they get an email copy of each message you send, so Turkish Muslim families can stay involved from the first conversation.
Turkish marriage in other cities
Other communities in Edinburgh
See also Muslim marriage in Edinburgh and Turkish marriage across the UK.
Looking for a Turkish spouse in Edinburgh?
Create a free profile in a few minutes. Every profile is reviewed, and your wali can be involved from day one.