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ARTICLE · 16 OCTOBER 2026

Divorce Between Two Different Nationalities In The UAE

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A divorce between two different nationalities in the UAE is heard by the UAE Personal Status Court. The court first identifies the governing framework.

United Arab EmiratesAccounting and Audit

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A divorce between two different nationalities in the UAE is heard by the UAE Personal Status Court. The court first identifies the governing framework.

Non-Muslim spouses within its scope may fall under Federal Decree-Law No. 41 of 2022 on Civil Personal Status, which allows no-fault divorce and skips mandatory family guidance. Otherwise, Federal Decree-Law No. 41 of 2024 on Personal Status applies.

Under Article 1 of both laws, non-citizens may ask the court to apply their home country’s law. They may also request another law permitted by UAE legislation. The requested law must not conflict with UAE public order.

With two nationalities involved, the choice of foreign law is more complex, and the party relying on it usually has to prove its content.

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