Dubai Courts launches civil marriage service for non-Muslims
Dubai courts are expecting a surge in demand for civil registration services for non-Muslim foreigners when the new family law comes into effect from February 1, 2023. Expats can get a marriage registration certificate within 24 hours.
To encourage foreigners to get married and inform them about the new service, Dubai Courts have launched an awareness campaign in foreign languages, inviting UAE residents to the “registry office”.
Dubai Courts launches a civil marriage service that allows marriage ceremonies to be completed for non-Muslims in the Emirate of Dubai.#DubaiCourts #Dubai #UAE pic.twitter.com/bqGLQa0Aut
— Dubai Courts – محاكم دبي (@DubaiCourts) February 1, 2023
The number of marriages is expected to increase in the coming months. A similar prediction was made by the court department of the emirate of Ras Al Khaimah, which has opened its doors to foreign couples. It is worth noting that more than 5,000 expat couples in Abu Dhabi married last year at the court for non-Muslims.
The conditions for civil marriages for non-Muslim foreigners:
Spouses must be of legal age, the age verified by a national passport;
Both spouses must consent to the marriage before a judge and prove that there is no legal impediment to the marriage;
Marriage cannot be entered into between siblings or other close relatives.
As previously reported, Dubai has become one of the world’s top cities for wedding ceremonies, with more and more couples coming to the emirate from all over the world to arrange their dream marriage.
Above all, Dubai offers the newlyweds plenty of stunning backdrops and world-renowned attractions for their nuptials, including the Burj Khalifa skyscraper, Dubai Frame, Future Museum and Ferris wheel, as well as a range of luxury hotels and resorts.
Weddings can take place at any time of year and couples-to-be can choose from glittering cityscapes, sandy beaches, lush green gardens, mountain vistas or rolling sand dunes. Dubai is home to over 794 luxury hotels, each providing a unique atmosphere for wedding couples and guests.
Dubai has a diverse gastronomic palette for over 200 nationalities, with many Michelin-starred restaurants. The city offers a comprehensive wedding package including wedding planners, charter flights, international photographers, cuisine and entertainment, as well as unique experiences throughout the city.
Many Dubai hotels provide wedding planning services for guests. Due to its strategic geographic location, Dubai is considered to be one of the most well-connected cities in the world. Dubai is less than eight hours flight time from anywhere in Europe, Asia and Africa. Furthermore, Dubai is open and accessible thanks to its simplified visa procedures and entry requirements.
Source: The National
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