Planning to have Your Civil marriage in Abu Dhabi? Check Out this concise guide to Abu Dhabi Civil marriages.
Abu Dhabi introduced a new law in 2021 to establish the practice of civil marriage, marking a significant milestone in the region. The purpose of this blog is to provide clarity on common inquiries regarding the processes associated with civil marriage in Abu Dhabi.
What is a Civil marriage ?
The concept of Civil marriage entails the legal joining of a man and a woman under secular laws, irrespective of their faith and nationality. This union is formalized as a civil contract and is governed by the provisions outlined in Article 4 and 5 of Law No. 14 of 2021 concerning Civil Marriage and its ramifications in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.
Specifically, the regulations pertaining to Civil marriage are delineated in Article 4 and 5 of the Civil Marriage Law No. 14 of 2021.
What are the conditions to apply for Civil marriage in Abu Dhabi ?
The following conditions must be fulfilled for the Civil marriage application to be approved: -
Civil marriage requires the consent of both parties.
Each party must have attained a minimum age of 18 years.
The parties must not be closely related by the first or second degree.
Neither party should be currently married to another individual.
Both parties must not hold UAE citizenship.
Who can apply for a Civil marriage in Abu Dhabi ?
Any UAE resident or Tourist visiting the country, irrespective of their religious background, is eligible to apply for a civil marriage, with the exception of UAE citizens.
What documents are required to apply for Civil marriage in Abu Dhabi?
Submission of copies of the passports of both parties is required.
Submission of copies of the Emirates IDs of both parties is required, if applicable.
If either party has been previously married, documentary evidence of the dissolution of the previous marriage must be provided, such as a divorce decree or death certificate.
When is the marriage certificate issued and is it valid internationally ?
The marriage certificate is promptly issued to the couple on the day of their wedding. Following attestation by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the UAE, a Civil marriage certificate holds international recognition as a valid document.
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