The Messenger of Allah said: "An orphan is to be consulted about herself, then if she is silent that is her permission, and if she refuses, then do not authorize it (the marriage) for her" (meaning: when she attains the age of puberty and refuses it.)
Reference: Jami` at-Tirmidhi 1109 In-book : Book 11, Hadith 30 English translation : Vol. 2, Book 6, Hadith 1109
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