UAE Personal Status Law – Divorce, Marriage & Legal Rights

UAE PERSONAL STATUS LAW

UAE PERSONAL STATUS LAW

Can a wife seek divorce if her husband is mentally ill?

Legal grounds for divorce due to spouse's mental illness, explained

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A legal explanation of whether a wife can seek divorce if her husband suffers from schizophrenia or severe depression and how such cases are proven in court.

Can divorced mothers request child support in UAE?

Explained: The UAE’s Personal Status Law on custody, alimony and financial support

Ask Gulf News: Can a mother claim custody and alimony for a 17-year-old under the UAE Personal Status Law?

More UAE couples are signing prenups — here’s why

Prenups are no longer taboo - they’re becoming a form of financial planning

A growing number of expats are embracing prenuptial agreements as a form of “future planning,” not a sign of mistrust, says legal expert Samara Iqbal.

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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