The historical facade of the Painted Mosque in Tetova
ISLAMIC RELIGIOUS COMMUNITY · TETOV

Faith that leads.
Service that connects.

Muftiny of Tetova serves the religious, educational, cultural and social life of believers in Tetova and its surroundings.

Since
1953
At the service of
Tetova
and surroundings
Value
Faith · Knowledge
Responsibility
About the Muftiny

The Mufti of the Islamic Religious Community - Tetova

Muftiny of Tetova is the institution responsible for the organization, leadership and administration of Islamic religious, educational and cultural-social life in the region of Tetova.

As an integral part of the Islamic Religious Community (BFI) of the Republic of North Macedonia, Muftiny aims to be a pillar of strengthening religious, moral and national values, offering quality services to the congregation and preserving our spiritual identity across generations.

100+Mosques in the city and surrounding area

Under the administration of this mufti, a large number of mosques (over 100 mosques) distributed in the city and the surrounding settlements, the Institute of Education and Literacy "Diverse Mosque", the Center for Religious and Social Services, the Arabati Baba Teqe Complex, etc. function.

OUR IDENTITY

At the service of man.
In preservation of values.

The institution works to strengthen the spiritual life, knowledge and bonds that hold the community together.

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Vision

To be the bearer of religious, moral and intellectual values, offering the community a wide and useful service. The Mufti intends to remain close to the citizens and help the spiritual, cultural and educational development of the generations.

Through religious, social and cultural activities, it works for the preservation of religious, cultural and national identity.

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The mission

To provide responsible service to citizens, with special attention to the cultivation of Islamic values, religious education and raising moral and spiritual awareness.

The mufti supports the new generations and the development of society through religious, educational and social initiatives, aiming to remain a reliable institution for the congregation.

Belief

Spiritual life based on Islamic values.

Knowledge

Education and awareness for today's and future generations.

Service

Responsible presence with citizens and congregation.

Inheritance

Preservation of religious, cultural and national identity.

Dr. Hfz. Selver Xhemaili, Mufti of TetovaMufti of Tetova
TODAY'S LEADERSHIP

Dr. Hfz. Selver Xhemaili

Since 2023, the office of the Mufti of Tetova is exercised by Dr. Hfz. Selver ef. Xemail.

Biography of the Mufti
HISTORICAL DEVELOPMENT

A journey built with dedication

Through the social and political changes, Muftiny has continued to lead the religious and cultural life of Tetova and its surroundings.

Painted Mosque and its minaret
  1. Dr. Hfz. Selver ef. Xemail

    Exercises the office of the Mufti of Tetova.

  2. Prof. Dr. Crying Nesimi

    He was appointed to the position of Mufti and led the institution for eight years.

  3. Alifekri ef. Esati

    He was elected Mufti and held this responsibility for twelve years.

  4. Hfz. mr. Nejjadi ef. The harbour

    He was appointed Mufti and, during the political turmoil of 1998, led the Council of the Mufti.

  5. Hfz. Imer ef. Camveri

    He held the position of Mufti during the first half of the year, for approximately six months.

  6. Muhammad ef. Iseni

    In the period after the dissolution of Yugoslavia, he was appointed the Mufti of Tetova and Gostivar.

  7. Alinaxhi Rizai

    Served as chairman of the Council of the Islamic Community in Tetova.

  8. Hfz. Gani ef. Sinan

    He was appointed chairman of the Council of the Islamic Community in Tetova.

  9. Hfz. Zylbehar ef. Yzeiri

    After the death of Aqif ef. Sadiki, was appointed the chief imam of Tetova and Gostivar and its surroundings.

  10. Aqif ef. Sadiki

    The mufti functioned as the Council of the Islamic Community and included Gostivar. Aqif ef. Sadiq served with dedication until his death.

MUFTINY OF TETOVA

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NEWSHatme ceremony at the Drenovec neighbourhood mosqueNEWSAnother successful blood donation driveNEWSRegular meeting of the members of the Muftiny of TetovaNEWSDrenovec mosque students successfully complete their Qur’an examinationNEWSThe Muftiny continues its visits to local congregationsNEWSSemire Zulqufli Seferi receives the title of Hafiza of the Noble Qur’anNEWSArlinda Nexhat Luma receives the title of Hafiza of the Noble Qur’anANNOUNCEMENTSGood news for our mekteb studentsNEWSThe Mufti welcomes a delegation from the Türkiye Diyanet FoundationNEWSStudents at the New Mosque in Pallçisht i Poshtëm pass their Qur’an examinationBooksOur alphabetBooksOur Ilmihal · 1BooksOur Ilmihal · 2BooksOur Ilmihal · 3Books100 QuestionsBooksEducation of Children in IslamNEWSNews & announcementsTHE COMMUNITYUpcoming activitiesORIENTATIONGuide for visitorsMUFTINYContact · Phone, email & address SOLIDARITYDonate & supportMULTIMEDIAPhoto galleryREADINGQuran · Arabic & Albanian MULTIMEDIAMuftiny Channel · Video THE REGISTERThe Muftiny’s 108 mosques THE INHERITANCEThe Painted Mosque MUFTINYAbout the Muftiny MUFTINYBiography of the Mufti EDUCATIONHifz Institute EDUCATIONIsa Bey Madrasah · Girls' parallel in Tetova MUFTINYMuftiny staff MUFTINYHajj 2027MUFTINYCentre for Religious and Social Services