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Everything you need to know about: Legal requirements of a wedding in Abu Dhabi Vs Dubai

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Weddings can be consummated in the UAE by both nationals and expatriates. Islamic weddings in the UAE are governed by Sharia law, which apply to the following situations regardless of nationality:

While the law allows a Muslim man to marry a non-Muslim woman, for a Muslim woman to marry a non-Muslim man he must show the proof of his Islam conversion.

Marriage of a Muslim in Abu Dhabi

The following are the most important legal conditions for Muslim marriages:

  • In the UAE, a marriage contract must be registered with a Sharia court.
  • The legal age for marriage is 18 years; otherwise, a judge must approve the marriage.
  • A spouse’s age should not be more than twice that of the other; else, the judge must approve the marriage.
  • A certificate of premarital screening is required.
  • The couple’s presence is necessary.
  • The bride’s father or his proxy, as well as two male Muslim witnesses, must be present.
  • The consent of a woman’s guardian is required for her to marry.
  • In the event that the father dies, the presence of the next closest male guardian, such as an elder brother, is necessary.
  • Women who have been divorced or widowed must show proof of their marital status.
  • If the bride is Muslim but her father is not, she will require a document from her embassy or consulate stating that there are no objections.

Marriage of a Non-Muslim in Abu Dhabi

Non-Muslims can complete their marriage formalities at the following locations:

  • Their country’s embassy or consulate in the UAE
  • A temple or church, depending on their religion.
    Some countries require nationals to file an intent to marry application with their embassy or consulate in the UAE.

You should check with your embassy and proceed as necessary. The marriage must be registered in both parties’ embassies in the UAE.

In Conclusion to planning a wedding in Abu Dhabi Vs Dubai

Both Abu Dhabi and Dubai make it quite easy to get married in the country with right papers. However, we’ve seen issues develop time and time again when one or both of the partners is from a foreign country or nationality.

What is the solution that we provide? We suggest couples to get professional assistance from professionals who can put your papers together for you, saving you time and reducing your anxiety. Another option is to marry in a country like Georgia or the Seychelles, which are open to allowing couples from various ethnic groups and religions.

Are you confused about your wedding in Abu Dhabi; and would love to get some assistance. Do not hesitate to book a free consultation from our team of experts.

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What are the papers required to get married in Georgia for Dubai expats

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If you are living in Dubai; you might have figured out by now; that getting married here is not easiest. This is true, especially for those couples who belong to different nationalities and religion.

If signing the necessary documents and becoming legally husband and wife is the main motive; then Georgia is the place for you to get married. Getting married in this country is quick and affordable. In just about a day you would be pronounced man and wife. And that too without the hassle of going through a lot of paperwork

This article primarily focusses on the papers required to get married for the Georgia marriage process.

Why get married in Georgia

When you decide to get married; most couples lost for a seamless wedding. Getting married in Georgia means you staying away from religious and political obstacles which otherwise might ruin your big day. A couple might choose to get married in catholic church, an orthodox one or simply in a mosque. Plus the locals here are more than happy to welcome their guests that come for diverse backgrounds.

Moreover; getting to Georgia is quite easy from Dubai. The prices for a round trip could range from 1000AED onwards. The duration of the flight is about 3 hours from any of the GCC countries and plus most residents do not need to apply for a visa to come to Georgia. Right from the price of ceremony, dinner and various activities would cost a lot less in comparison to Dubai.

Documents required to get married

The legal checklist of papers required to marry in Georgia.

  • Identity documents of people planning to marry, notarized and translated into Georgian;
  • If you’ve been married before, you’ll need a valid apostilled original copy of your marriage certificate or a divorce certificate.
  • Persons intending to marry must submit a joint written application.
  • In the case of a second marriage, a legalised and apostilled document certifying the termination of the previous marriage;
  • 2 witnesses, and if foreigners, their identification documents with a notarized Georgian translation;
  • A document proving the legal basis for a foreign citizen’s stay in Georgia is required.
  • If a representative of a person planning to marry submits an application, documents certifying the representative’s power of representation and identity are required.

In conclusion to getting married in Georgia

Putting the papers together might be the hard part however marrying the person you love makes it all worth the efforts. If you are financially on a tight budget; we often advise our couples to get married in Georgia; however if getting married in Dubai is what you’ve set your mind on. Our team can assist your documents together.

If you are getting married soon and confused about the papers required to get married in either of these countries; do not hesitate to book a consultation with out team of experts.

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Not a Big Fan of the Cold Weather? Plan your UAE Destination Wedding in the Tropical Paradise of Seychelles!

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What makes Seychelles a Perfect Place for You to Get Married if you are from the UAE?

The tropical paradise of Seychelles bangs in the Indian ocean which is a group of over 100 small islands. This place has also become synonymous with island life, sparkling beaches, romantic honeymoons, relaxing holidays, wedding paradise, and more. The attraction of having a wedding in Seychelles lies within its stunning, unspoilt, and pristine beauty. The beaches that Seychelles has to offer are second to none in the whole World. That’s why planning your dream destination wedding in this paradise is a perfect way to make your big day even more special.

Getting Married in Seychelles is a Complete and Perfect Definition for a Wedding!

Choosing an unusual and most romantic destination for the wedding is a dream of all the couples. A place with all the nature attending silently by the sea is nothing less than a dream come true where the climate remains consistent throughout the year. Moreover, the climate is not only consistent but it’s also the most pleasant fluctuating between 24-32°C/75.2-89.6F. You can arrange your Seychelles wedding and honeymoon packages jointly, so as to save both time and money.

Seychelles Offers a Romantic Tropical Wedding Experience for the UAE residents

The shimmering shades of turquoise and blue water with the most beautiful and exquisite beaches offer a romantic tropical wedding experience. On top of that, the most efficient and quick wedding process makes it a no-brainer to choose Seychelles for your wedding. Seychelles is especially a perfect place for people living in GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council) and wants to get married in the least possible time.

If you want a romantic tropical marriage, don’t hesitate to let us know by commenting below. We’ll get back to you right away and make this dream happen.

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How to Get Married if I’m Pregnant in Dubai?

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There is a famous saying that states “When in Rome, do as Roman’s do.” It simply means that you should abide by the rules of the place where you choose to live. Dubai is one of those places where people come from all over the world to make their living. It’s because of the opportunities that it has to offer.

But it came with a cost that required expats to follow some very strict rules especially when it comes to weddings to make a family. In the normal sense, one would normally find the love of their life, marry and plan a child. And if they are expecting a child before marriage; it wasn’t a big deal but in the UAE this was a punishable offense.

If you are a Pregnant Woman getting married in the UAE is now become a lot easier. Keep reading on:

Past Laws of a Pregnant Woman Getting Married in the UAE?

Every couple prior to getting married in the UAE is made to undergo a premarital screening test to make sure that they do not have an STD or any genetic disease. There was no rule to test the bride for pregnancy before marriage. And if the pregnancy was at a very early stage; brides could usually get away with it.

But let’s face it, when you’re pregnant, your hormones and other chemicals are off the chart. Therefore, there is a possibility that it could show up in their medical test. If somehow it does, this would get them into a lot of trouble.

Moreover, even if you get away with your medical test with your pregnancy unnoticed, the whole process of marrying is still remaining.

The Danger Zone Even You Got Through the Premarital Test!

Keep in mind that the wedding process in the UAE is very long and can easily take multiple weeks. Additionally, depending upon your nationality and unique situation it can also take even up to four months. And now because of the COVID-19, if you need to legalize and ship any extra document from your home country, they might just get stuck halfway as well. With that time, your pregnancy will be visible that can cost you more than you can imagine.

Moreover, you constantly need to see the doctor while pregnant and you never know how it will develop. That’s why you cannot take that chance as well if you are not able to marry and don’t have the necessary documentation.

Concluding on How to Get Married if I’m Pregnant?

With the emergence of Co-vid19 pandemic, several long-standing laws have been amended and modified; one of which is the Article 356 of the UAE penal code.

Basically, the act of consensual sex or pregnancy out of wedlock is no longer a crime as per the amended law and according to Federal Decree 15 of 2020

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Well, if you are more than lucky then you might get married as well in the UAE without being noticed.

Despite, the new laws that puts couples at ease; many of them are still opting for the traditional way out and choosing to get married before the baby arrives. These days there are many options to ensure the private lives of the couples are kept safe while couples opt for fast and easy weddings, destinations weddings or even an online wedding.

Share this information if you know someone in a similar situation to help them out.