Divorce in the UAE for foreigners
We handle divorce cases for non-Muslims in UAE courts: we help you choose the applicable law, reach agreement on children and property, and obtain a ruling that will be recognised abroad.
When clients come to us
- you live in the UAE and want a divorce
- your spouse has filed, and you need to protect your interests
- the dispute concerns children and access arrangements
- there is property both in the UAE and abroad
- you need the ruling to be recognised in your country of citizenship
What we do
- determine where it is more advantageous to conduct the case and which law to apply
- prepare the application and arrange translation of the documents
- negotiate an agreement on children and property
- provide representation in court
- prepare the ruling for recognition in your country of citizenship
- resolve the residency visa question after the divorce
How the work proceeds
- Strategy. We work through jurisdiction and applicable law. Non-Muslims in the UAE can apply the law of their country of citizenship, but this must be invoked correctly and in time.
- Filing. We prepare the application, legalise the marriage certificate, and file the documents with the court.
- Agreement or dispute. We try to bring the parties to an agreement on children and property — this is faster and cheaper. Where that is not possible, we litigate.
- Ruling. We obtain the ruling, prepare the set of documents for recognition abroad, and re-issue visas.
Documents required
- marriage certificate with legalisation and translation
- passports of the spouses and children
- property documents
- prenuptial agreement, if any
- income details
Timeline and cost
Prices exclude UAE government fees and court charges. We confirm the exact quote in writing after reviewing your situation.
Работу начинаем в день обращения. Если по вашей ситуации есть более быстрый или более дешёвый путь, мы скажем об этом до заключения договора.
Коротко о главном
By mutual application — one to three months. A contested process with division of property and a dispute over children takes from six months.
When the law of the country of citizenship applies — according to its rules. When UAE law applies, the principle of separate property applies, taking into account each spouse's contribution.
Yes, through the established procedure for recognising foreign court rulings. We prepare the set of documents for this in advance.
If the visa was through the husband, it needs to be reissued. There is usually a grace period; we arrange an alternative basis in advance.
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Первый разбор бесплатный. Мы честно скажем, если дело бесперспективно или решается без юриста.