TANGERANGNEWS.com-The phenomenon of unregistered marriages, or marriages not yet recorded by the state, is still widespread in the Tangerang Regency community, especially among elderly couples.

In response, Deputy Regent of Tangerang Intan Nurul Hikmah has instructed the acceleration of the Integrated Marriage Isbat program to ensure legal protection for women and children.

Held to commemorate the 394th anniversary of Tangerang Regency, this program aims to provide legal status for 1,000 married couples free of charge through collaboration between the Tangerang Regency Government, the Tigaraksa Religious Court, and the Ministry of Religious Affairs.

Intan emphasized that the status of unregistered marriages is not merely an administrative issue, but a major obstacle to fulfilling family rights.

Without official documents such as marriage certificates, women risk losing inheritance rights, while children will have difficulty accessing school administration.

“Protection for women and children will be difficult. Children will have trouble accessing school administration, and women will lose protection of inheritance rights. This unregistered marriage status must be resolved immediately,” stressed the Deputy Regent during a socialization event at the Tangerang Regent Office, Tigaraksa, Wednesday, May 13, 2026.

Given the urgency of this issue, the Deputy Regent firmly instructed district heads and the PKK Driving Team to quickly conduct data collection in their respective areas.

Data validation must be carried out accurately so that this program is properly targeted at those who truly need it.

“I ask district heads and all their staff, as well as the PKK, to accelerate the data collection and registration process. We want to cut through bureaucratic complexity and high costs so that the public can obtain legal certainty,” she added.

The Integrated Marriage Isbat program is designed as a one-stop service involving the DPMPD Office, the Population and Civil Registration Office, the Religious Court, and the Ministry of Religious Affairs.

Through this synergy, couples who pass verification will immediately receive legal certainty regarding their marriage status through an integrated court session.

Intan hopes that with a target of 1,000 couples, tangible legal protection can be directly felt by families in Tangerang Regency as a gift for this year’s regional anniversary celebration.

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Tangerang Regency

Tangerang Regency is a region in Banten Province, Indonesia, with a history rooted in the colonial era when it served as a key agricultural and trade area for Dutch East India Company plantations. It is known for its diverse cultural heritage, including Chinese-Indonesian influences seen in traditional houses and culinary traditions like lumpia. Today, it is a rapidly developing suburban area adjacent to Jakarta, blending modern urbanization with preserved historical sites such as the 18th-century Benteng Heritage Museum.

Tigaraksa Religious Court

The Tigaraksa Religious Court is a judicial institution in Tigaraksa, Indonesia, that handles Islamic family law cases such as marriage, divorce, and inheritance for the local Muslim population. Established as part of Indonesia’s dual legal system, it operates under the authority of the Supreme Court and the Ministry of Religious Affairs, reflecting the country’s recognition of Islamic law in personal matters. Its history is tied to the development of religious courts in Indonesia, which evolved from traditional Islamic legal practices during the colonial era into formal state institutions after independence.

Ministry of Religious Affairs

The Ministry of Religious Affairs is a government department responsible for overseeing religious affairs and interfaith relations in various

Tangerang Regency

Tangerang Regency is a region in Banten Province, Indonesia, located just west of Jakarta. Historically, it was part of the Sunda Kingdom before coming under Dutch colonial influence, and it played a role in the development of the surrounding area through agriculture and trade. Today, it is known for its rapid urbanization, industrial growth, and cultural diversity, including a significant Chinese-Indonesian community.

Tigaraksa Religious Court

The Tigaraksa Religious Court is a judicial institution in Tigaraksa, Tangerang, Indonesia, that handles Islamic family law cases such as marriage, divorce, and inheritance. Established as part of Indonesia’s religious court system, it serves the local Muslim community under the authority of the Supreme Court. The court reflects the country’s dual legal system, combining state law with Islamic jurisprudence.

Ministry of Religious Affairs

The Ministry of Religious Affairs is a government body responsible for managing and overseeing religious matters, policies, and interfaith relations within a country. Its history often reflects the nation’s approach to secularism, religious freedom, and the regulation of religious institutions. In many countries, it was established to centralize religious administration and ensure harmony among diverse faith communities.

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