Tag: dubai

The image shows a beautiful island at sunrise featuring a picturesque church surrounded by calm waters. Mist rises from the water creating an enchanting atmosphere. Silhouetted trees frame the scene while majestic mountains glow softly in pink and orange hues beyond them. The landscape conveys peace and natural beauty perfect for weddings or romantic escapes.

Everything You Need to Know About Planning Your Dream Wedding in Dubai Church

Written by florian on January 13, 2021. Posted in blog.

Got engaged? Congrats on that!

Now, what remains is finding the right way to marry according to your needs and requirements.

If you’re looking to plan your wedding in Dubai church, then you’re at the right place.

This guide will walk you through the most important things and requirements for having a church wedding in Dubai, making it easy for you to understand what’s needed to marry in this vibrant city, especially if you’re a UK resident. Let’s dive into the details!

Requirements for Getting Married in a Church in Dubai

It’s important to keep in mind that getting married in Dubai is not a piece of cake, especially for expats. It could take some time, but the brighter side is that you can continue with your life while the whole process is undergoing.

The following are the most significant and critical church wedding requirements that you need to fulfill before you say the long-awaited words “I do.”

If you’re looking for a luxurious and stress-free celebration, check out the various options for a Kuwait wedding on Easy Wedding Kuwait to make your special day unforgettable.

Procedures of Marrying in a Church in Dubai

Both the bride and the groom must provide the following:

Original birth certificates
An original marital status certificate that informs the authorities whether you are single, divorced, or widowed
Original and photocopies of passports
Passport size photos
One of the spouses must have a UAE residency or employment visa
Baptism certificate

You’ll also need an approved current marital status from your origin country, embassy, or consulate situated in the UAE, or from the MFA (Ministry of Foreign Affairs). In most cases, the church itself carries this out for you.

Some countries, like the United Kingdom, require their citizens to submit the marriage application in their respective consulate or embassy in the UAE. You must also submit the application or request for marriage at least a couple of months before your big day.

To manage this seamlessly, UK citizens should visit their consulate or embassy once they have booked the exact date for their wedding in Dubai church.

Wedding Ceremony Details

Reverends, Priests, or Pastors have legal authority to marry people but only within the church. You can still go for your venue blessing with your family and friends, but you’ll need to have an official ceremony in the church before the on-location celebration with guests.

It’s very important to register your marriage with your consulate or embassy in the UAE following your big day to ensure legal recognition.

For those considering a wedding in the UAE, Best wedding planners Abu Dhabi like Easy Wedding can help you plan the perfect ceremony with attention to detail.

If you’re dreaming of a tropical destination for your wedding, explore the exclusive Seychelles wedding packages available at Easy Wedding, offering stunning locations and tailored services.

Order of Events During the Wedding

The entire procedure of the church wedding lasts approximately one hour, conducted by the Reverend, Priest, or Pastor.

Additionally, you don’t need to worry about the in-church procedure because your priest will carry out everything from start to end for you. He’ll also guide you regarding each and every step that you’ll need to perform during the ceremony.

We recommend not choosing Friday for your church wedding ceremony as it is the busiest of the days, and securing a booking may be harder.

Contacting Wedding Planners

If you are getting married in Dubai and are unsure about handling the requirements on your own, consider contacting professional wedding planners like the One and Only Wedding Dubai team. They offer excellent services to help streamline the entire process, from paperwork to ceremony coordination.

Conclusion

There you have it! These were some of the most important and critical church wedding requirements and key points to consider while planning a wedding in Dubai church.

Whether you’re getting married in Dubai as a UK citizen or a British expat, make sure you follow all the required procedures and submit the necessary documents to ensure a smooth and legal process.

If you or any of your friends is planning to get married in Dubai church, share this guide with them to make the whole process easy and stress-free!

A couple embracing at sunset in a golden field, surrounded by tall grasses. The woman wears a delicate white dress and floral crown, holding a bouquet of flowers while the man dons a casual white shirt. The warm glow from the sun illuminates their joyful expression, creating an intimate atmosphere amidst soft silhouettes of trees against colorful skies.

The love story behind Easy Wedding Dubai

Written by florian on June 1, 2020. Posted in blog.

Flo and Liz are the brains, or better yet the hearts, of Easy Wedding. A startup that started in the pursuit of solving a problem they could not quite crack at the time – getting married. Living in Dubai made them subject to the laws and regulations in the UAE which meant getting married was not an easy task. This is their journey in what would eventually become Easy Wedding.

How they met and what happened after

Liz is from Paraguay but has been living in different countries from an early age. She travelled often because of her career. She has been in the GCC for 7 years now. Flo is from France and was living between Georgia & Dubai because of his business. He has been working abroad for 10 years now. Liz met Flo on his birthday and they steadily moved in each other’s life.

After some time of dating each other, like any couple, they decided that they wanted to move in together legally. Being aware of the laws in Dubai of living together for the couples that are not married (long before the recent changes), they decided that getting married would be the solution. However, the sentiment of getting married in church with all the family and loved ones was something that they wanted to save for later. They only need a marriage certificate right now. So, they decided to call their respective embassies which required a lot of documents and some time. They decided they didn’t want to wait.

“As a woman, working far from home for such a long time, I could not tolerate any longer to live my love story in the fear of becoming an outlaw in the eyes of the GCC regulations. Nevertheless, the main trigger for me to move into this adventure was when I realized that so many people were in the need of such a service. This, without them even knowing it, was possible.”
Liz Nunez, founder

Easy Wedding Team Team 2023 | The love story behind Easy Wedding Dubai | Flo and Liz are the brains, or better yet the hearts, of Easy Wedding Georgia. A startup that started in the pursuit of solving a problem they could not quite crack at the time - getting married. Living in Dubai made them subject to the laws and regulations in the UAE which meant getting married was not an easy task. This is their journey in what would eventually become Easy Wedding Georgia. — Flo & Liz

How Easy Wedding Dubai got started

They decided yo go for a quick and formal destination wedding in Georgia as Flo was familiar with the country and thought that it could be good to find solutions there. They called local wedding companies and all they wanted to sell them was a grand wedding, not fully understanding the problems that they were in at the time. It took about a month of consulting with lawyers and embassies in Georgia as well but a solution has been found. Flo and Liz got married with a certificate that is valid in Dubai.

“Being citizens of the world, we never understood why a love story could become such a headache when it comes to making it official. After living abroad for the last 10 years, we are deeply concerned by the high number of people not able to start a family for documentation issues. Our efforts are here to bring international people together. When there is love, there is a solution to find. If there is none, we will make one”
Florian Ughetto, Co-founder.

Flo & Liz | Going to tie the knot in Georgia? — Flo & Liz

Back in Dubai, they shared their experience with friends who were facing the same complications and problems about getting married in Dubai. Those friends shared Flo and Liz’ experience with their friends until it became a viable business. Flo decided to leave his job and do Easy Wedding Dubai full time until Liz could join him. Today this cute couple helps dozens of other lovebirds to say “I do” to each other, whether it’s happening in the UAE or abroad.

In the grand scheme of things, anyone can marry you anywhere. Their adventure started because in countries like the UAE or the GCC, getting married can be tough for international couples and a steady long process. Especially if your spouse is from a country which does not mandate itself the same way as the UAE or the GCC. However, all the problems that you could be facing, there is a solution.

Share with us your experience about living by the UAE/GCC standards.

The image shows a happy couple outdoors with smiles as they celebrate an engagement moment. The woman has her hand raised displaying a sparkling engagement ring while wearing bright red nail polish. The background features soft green foliage creating a romantic atmosphere. Both appear joyful, capturing an intimate celebration together which signifies their commitment.

How to get married in Dubai for foreigners

Written by florian on May 17, 2020. Posted in blog.

A lot of foreigners or expats in Dubai are used to having to prepare a plethora of documents just to be able to live legally in the city. This is significant especially for couples who are looking to settle down in Dubai as paperwork for marriage can be finalized up to a year.

Dubai follows Sharia Law which makes the complicated process of marriage just a tad more complex as something so simple as living together is deemed illegal unless proper documentation is provided.

The diverse scope of religions present in the city also provide unique scenarios for legalization under Sharia Law such as:

A Muslim man can marry a non-Muslim woman, but a Muslim woman cannot marry a non-Muslim man unless he converts into Islam
guide2dubai.com

What are the documents required to legally get married in Dubai

Find the official list of documents from https://u.ae/en/information-and-services/social-affairs/marriage

In Dubai, at least one party to the marriage contract (husband, wife or wife’s guardian) should have a residence visa in the UAE.
Couple’s Birth Certificates in english
Couple’s Passports (original and photocopies)
Passports of Witnesses (original and photocopies)
UAE Medical Fitness Certificate and Blood Test
For divorce
- Final divorce papers
- Former Marriage certificates
· For widows
- Death certificate of previous spouse

Do note that all English documents have to be

Officially translated into Arabic
Notarized at the Dubai Courts (both English and Arabic documents)
Authenticated by the Ministry of Justice and Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Authenticated by the embassy of the couple’s country
- If the couple have different nationalities, both embassies requirements need to be met

Situations that complicate getting married in Dubai

1. Getting married while pregnant

UAE law does not allow any kind of sexual relationship outside of marriage. Having a child out of wedlock is considered a crime

2. Getting married for different religions

As mentioned, UAE law does provide leeway for couples who want to marry despite having different religions. However, these situations need to be consulted by their respective embassies for best case scenario,

3. No access to documents through embassy

The nature of embassies does have the tendency to provide documents for long periods of time which makes finalizing the wedding a difficult task

There are a lot of hurdles that you need to clear if you really want to be married in Dubai. For most expats who already live here, being able to celebrate this special day with people you are close to and having the UAE experience is great. However, if you find the process too complicated or your time is limited for any personal reason, you can always go for a destination wedding in Georgia or Seychelles.

As you can see getting married can be easy. But mostly for the UAE citizens. As soon as a couple represents different countries, nationalities or religions the process can become very complicated and includes a lot of paperwork. Having the right team to support and guide you through the process is one way of dealing with it.

Do you know someone who would appreciate this advice? Don’t hesitate to share the article with them!

A joyful couple dressed in traditional wedding attire shares a loving moment on their special day surrounded by symbols of celebration and unity.

Can you get married in Dubai despite having different religions?

Written by florian on May 12, 2020. Posted in blog.

With the rapid growth of foreigners coming to the UAE, famously being an Islamic country, the rise of interfaith relationships has gone up. Dubai, which follows Islamic Law, is quite keen about expats following the laws of the city, so we’re here to provide information if you and your partner want to get married with different faiths.

What does the law say about different religion marriages in the UAE?

By Islamic Law (see official website from the Dubai government), a Muslim man can marry a non-Muslim woman provided she is “of the book”. This means that religions such as Christianity or Judaism are accepted. However, if the woman is not “of the book”, in order for the marriage to be valid she has to convert to Islam.

If a non-Muslim man decides to marry a Muslim woman, then the man has to convert to Islam for the marriage to be approved.

Does my family have to approve of interfaith relationships before getting married?

Most people in this world would tend to agree that the support of your family is utmost, but none is this clearer than an Islamic family that is under Islamic Law. Because of the prerequisites needed for interfaith relationships to marry, provisions are required as stated above. One of the requirements for interfaith relationships is a legal representative of the bride which is normally the parents or guardians. Without the approval, then they cannot proceed.

It is best for anyone deciding for a mixed religion wedding to call lawyers or legal experts in the country you are residing in to get the best advice on what to do. Asking about it with your respective embassy is an option.

Another option is to get married somewhere where regulations are not as uptight about what is needed for marriage. Countries such as Georgia are great for anyone who just wants to be married to the love of their life as hurdles such as religion would not be an issue. We have helped a lot of people with sorting out this issue so feel free to contact us if you need any help.

So to answer the question, can you marry in Dubai if you’re from different religions?

Yes, you technically can marry in Dubai despite having different religions provided you abide by the prerequisites. However, if you do not want to change your personal preferences then it is next to impossible to marry.

Do you have any friends who want to marry in Dubai? Share with them the article