<![CDATA[The increasing divorce rate in Indonesia, influenced by economic instability, limited understanding of marital rights and obligations, and the low readiness of prospective couples to build family life, forms the essential background of this study. The objective of this research is to analyze the implementation and effectiveness of the Premarital Guidance Program organized by the Office of Religious Affairs (KUA) in Kudus City in equipping prospective couples with knowledge and skills to establish a harmonious family (sakinah). This study employs empirical legal research (socio-legal research) combined with library research. The research not only examines the prevailing legal norms but also investigates the direct implementation of the Premarital Guidance Program in practice. The socio-legal approach enables integration between normative analysis of Islamic law and statutory regulations with empirical data obtained through observation and interviews. The findings reveal that the Premarital Guidance Program at KUA Kudus covers topics such as reproductive health, family harmony building, and marital rights and obligations. Empirically, most participants reported gaining new insights into household communication, family economic management, and the importance of role equality within marriage. The program has proven effective in enhancing the readiness of prospective couples to face family life, although challenges remain in terms of limited implementation time, participants’ busy schedules, and low participation rates among some couples. From the perspective of Islamic law, the program aligns with the objectives of maqāṣid al-sharī‘ah, particularly in safeguarding lineage (ḥifẓ al-nasl) and fostering the establishment of a sakinah family]]>
