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Civil marriage in Abu Dhabi

الزواج المدني في أبوظبي

Civil marriage for non-Muslims in Abu Dhabi through the civil family court, with clear, flexible steps for residents and visitors.

  • Abu Dhabi civil court experience with its procedures
  • Residents and visitors under the approved conditions
  • Quick process once documents are complete
  • Our Abu Dhabi office in Al Mamoura

Civil marriage in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi was the first emirate to regulate civil personal status for non-Muslims in a dedicated law and set up a court for civil family matters. Non-Muslim couples can marry through a clear procedure, with much of the application handled online.

The first emirate to regulate civil marriage for non-Muslims.

Our civil marriage services in Abu Dhabi

From the online application to the ceremony and certificate.

Why us?

  • Our office is in Abu Dhabi
  • Direct experience with the civil family court
  • Fast online follow-up
  • Arabic and English
  • Full confidentiality

Good to know in Abu Dhabi

  • Visitors

    Visitors can apply under the approved conditions

  • Online application

    Many steps are completed online

  • Attendance

    Both spouses attend the ceremony at court

Steps to a civil marriage in Abu Dhabi

A clear, quick route.

  1. 1

    First consultation

    Eligibility and documents

  2. 2

    Application

    Filed online with the court

  3. 3

    Appointment

    For the ceremony

  4. 4

    The marriage

    Both spouses attending

  5. 5

    Certificate

    Attested if needed

Required documents

  • Passports of both spouses
  • Emirates ID or entry visa
  • Declaration of marital status
  • Divorce or death certificate for a previous marriage (if any)

Frequently asked questions

All questions
  • Yes. Abu Dhabi’s court allows non-Muslim visitors to apply under specific conditions.