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.

Our civil marriage services in Abu Dhabi
From the online application to the ceremony and certificate.
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Eligibility Under Abu Dhabi court requirements
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Application Documents and translations prepared
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Appointment Booked for the ceremony at court
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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
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Visitors
Visitors can apply under the approved conditions
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Online application
Many steps are completed online
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Attendance
Both spouses attend the ceremony at court
Steps to a civil marriage in Abu Dhabi
A clear, quick route.
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1
First consultation
Eligibility and documents
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2
Application
Filed online with the court
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3
Appointment
For the ceremony
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4
The marriage
Both spouses attending
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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 questionsYes. Abu Dhabi’s court allows non-Muslim visitors to apply under specific conditions.
Many stages of the application are online; we handle and follow them for you.
Requirements depend on the procedure that applies; we explain what applies to your case.


