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Child Support Spouses United Arab Emirates (UAE)

Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal...

‘Break Up’ To ‘Pay Up’

The UAE law states that after a divorce, the father is obligated to provide child support for his children, under both Muslim law and non-Muslim law. Similarly, the husband may be ordered by the court to make payments to the...more

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Changes Under The New Personal Status Law Part 1 | Termination Of Marriage

The UAE has issued a new personal status law, namely, Federal Decree Law No. 41 of 2024 on the Issuance of the Personal Status Law, on the 1st of October, 2024 which will come into effect on the 15th of April 2025. The new...more

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Divorcing in the UAE as an Expat: Your Essential Guide for Non-Muslims

Navigating divorce in the UAE as an expatriate can be complex, particularly given the distinct legal frameworks that apply to non-Muslims. The UAE has recently introduced significant reforms through Federal Decree-Law No. 41...more

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