UAE Divorce News – Laws, Cases & Legal Advice

519 divorces in UAE reveal extremes: Hours to 58 years

Divorces recorded after 58, 40 and 36 years of marriage, official data show

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Dubai divorce data highlights shortest and longest marriages last year

New UAE Personal Law for Muslims now in effect

Stricter penalties, extended custody rights, and new options for Muslims in the UAE

Federal Decree Law No. 41 of 2024 introduces key reforms, including stricter penalties for child abuse and neglect, extended custody rights, and updated provisions for marriage, divorce, and child welfare. Set to take effect in April 2025, the law aims to modernise family law for both citizens and residents, ensuring better protection for children and equality for parents.

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