Daijiworld Media Network – Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi, Sep 30: Abu Dhabi offers a civil marriage service under Law No. 14 of 2021, allowing couples to solemnize legally recognized, secular marriages at the Civil Family Court. Designed for residents and visitors—except Muslim UAE nationals—the system is fast, straightforward, and internationally accepted, providing a practical option for expatriates and mixed-nationality couples.

Who can marry:

Eligible applicants must be at least 18 years old, unmarried, not closely related, and provide mutual consent. Muslim UAE nationals remain under Sharia-based family law. Tourists and non-residents can apply online but must be present in Abu Dhabi for the ceremony. The civil marriage scheme is part of wider UAE reforms since 2021, aimed at offering non-r

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