A complete invitation tells guests who is inviting them, what the occasion is, when and where it takes place, and how to reply. The same structure works for a digital invitation, an image or a printed card.
Choose the example that fits your occasion and replace every detail in brackets. For a digital invitation link, keep the essential details on the invitation page so guests can return to them easily.
A clear invitation format
Give the date, time and venue their own lines. If the ceremony and reception have different times or venues, make clear which events the invitation includes.
- A greeting that suits your guests.
- The hosts’ names and a sentence inviting the recipient.
- The occasion and the names of those being celebrated.
- The full date, day and event time.
- The venue, address and a map link for an online invitation.
- An RSVP deadline, reply method and contact number.
Wedding invitation from the family
Use this format when parents or family members are hosting the wedding. Confirm names and forms of address with both families before sharing.
Family wedding invitation
Together with our families, [hosts’ names] invite [guest name] to celebrate the wedding of: [name] & [partner’s name] Date: [day and date] Time: [start and end time] Venue: [venue name and full address] Directions: [map link] Please confirm your attendance by [RSVP date] through [invitation link or phone number]. We would love to celebrate with you.
Akad nikah invitation wording
Give the ceremony time and exact location. If guests are invited only to the akad nikah, say so clearly so they can plan around the ceremony they are attending.
Nikah ceremony invitation
Assalamualaikum [guest name]. We warmly invite you to the akad nikah of: [name] & [partner’s name] Date: [day and date] Ceremony time: [time] Venue: [venue name and address] This invitation is for [included event]. Please arrive by [arrival time] and reply by [RSVP date] through [link or phone number]. Thank you for your prayers and presence.
Family thanksgiving or doa selamat invitation
A majlis kesyukuran is a gathering to give thanks. Include the occasion if you wish, and separate the prayer and meal times when there is a programme for guests to follow.
Family gathering invitation
Assalamualaikum and hello [guest name]. Our family would love you to join our thanksgiving gathering for [occasion]. Date: [day and date] Time: [start and end time] Venue: [full address] Programme: [prayer and meal times, if relevant] Please let us know whether you can attend and how many guests are coming by [RSVP date] through [link or phone number]. For questions, contact [host’s name and number]. Thank you for joining us.
A simple invitation for any occasion
A few lines can be enough for a personal invitation when they include every essential detail. Keep some space between the names, date and location so the card is easy to read.
Short invitation format
You are invited to [occasion] with [hosts’ names]. [day and date] | [time] [venue name and address] Details, directions and RSVP: [invitation link] Please reply by [RSVP date]. Questions: [contact name and phone number]
Use the wording in a digital invitation
In Reception.my, choose a design and enter two display names. For a family gathering, use appropriate hosts’ names. Change the event title, opening message and invitation body to match the occasion, then check the cover wording in the preview too.
Fill in the date, time, address, map link, contact number and RSVP deadline. Copy your chosen example into the message and remove repeated lines when the card already displays those details.
You can prepare and preview a draft without payment. Publishing and collecting RSVPs require a one-time payment of RM49 for one event. Check the current pricing before publishing.
- Replace every detail in brackets.
- Check that the title and message describe the same occasion.
- Open the map and check the entrance.
- Read the card on a phone, especially when names are long.
- After publishing, test the link and RSVP before sharing with guests.
Common questions
What do kad jemputan and kad undangan mean?
Both terms refer to an invitation card in the context of an event. Use wording your guests understand and make the date, venue and RSVP instructions clear.
Can I copy these invitation examples?
Yes. Use Copy wording, replace the details in brackets and adapt the tone to your family and guests.
Can the same design work for a nikah and a family gathering?
You can adapt the display names, title and wording. Check the whole preview so that wedding wording does not remain on a family gathering invitation.
Should an online invitation include the full address?
Include a readable venue name and address as well as the map link. Guests can then read the location before opening directions.