UAE and Dubai, in particular, has always been a dream destination for most people’s weddings. The number for the amount of non-Muslim marriages that take part in the UAE increases every year. And now, we can expect this number to skyrocket as the process for couples to become newlyweds just got a whole lot easier in the UAE. Here are all the details you need to know about how easy it will be soon to get married!
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Tech-Infused Love Stories
GITEX 2023 unveiled a new application that would allow soon-to-be-married couples to sign official wedding documents over videoconferencing software. This new initiative is brought to you by The Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD). Getting married could soon be just a click away.
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A Step By Step Guide To Wedding Bells
Okay, so how do you actually tie the knot in the UAE once this new, super-convenient system is up and running? Well, here’s the simplified roadmap:
Step 1: Apply Online
The process begins with applying for your marriage contract electronically—no more hassle of visiting multiple offices.
Step 2: Approvals and Payments
Once your application is in, you’ll receive approvals and handle all the necessary payment procedures online, right from the comfort of your own home.
Step 3: Remote Contract Signing
Here’s where technology comes to the rescue again. You’ll book an appointment to sign the contract remotely via videoconference—no need to be physically present at an office.
Step 4: Digital Marriage Contract
After all is said and done, you’ll receive the final marriage contract document electronically, complete with digital signatures from both parties. Easy peasy!
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New Laws For Non-Muslim Expats
In February, the UAE introduced new marriage and divorce laws specifically designed for non-Muslim expats living in the country. These laws have ushered in a series of changes, from divorce procedures to the formalisation of contracts, whether initiated by one party or both. This fresh family law also brings regulations for inheritance, wills, and proof of paternity into play. It’s a comprehensive update aimed at modernising the legal landscape.
Rules Of Engagement
According to UAE marriage laws, civil marriage contracts must adhere to specific conditions. Both parties must be at least 21 years old, and a declaration form must be completed before a judge.
Breaking Ties
Divorce, as per the new laws, allows one spouse to inform the court of their desire to end the marriage without needing to provide justifications, explanations, or blame the other party. It’s a more straightforward process.
And When Kids Are Involved
When it comes to child custody, the law states that it should be granted equally to both parents unless one of them files a request to the court with a valid reason based on the child’s best interests.
For All Non-Muslims
Keep in mind that these changes and procedures are specifically designed for non-Muslims in the UAE. So, if you’re not of the Islamic faith, these laws and streamlined marriage processes are here to make your life easier and your love story even more memorable.
So, if you’ve been thinking of popping the question to your loving and faithful partner, what better time than the present to do so? UAE has made the union of couples an easy and streamlined process, and the new technology will be here sooner than you know it!
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