Is it normal to live together before marriage?
Mostly.Normal for most people
Yes, living together before marriage is normal for many couples. Whether it feels right depends on your values, circumstances, and what you and your partner want.
Lots of couples live together before getting married, and lots don’t. Some want to see how everyday life together feels; others prefer to wait because of personal, cultural, or religious beliefs. Neither choice is automatically a better test of a relationship.
If you’re considering it, talk about practical stuff first—money, chores, privacy, and what moving in means to each of you. The important part is that you both genuinely want it, rather than one person feeling pushed into it.