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Civil marriage in Dubai

الزواج المدني في دبي

Clear steps and full legal support for a recognised civil marriage in Dubai, under UAE law.

  • Specialist team in non-Muslim family law
  • Dubai Courts follow-up and the relevant authorities
  • Detailed knowledge of Dubai’s requirements
  • Every nationality residents and visitors

Civil marriage in Dubai at a glance

Civil marriage in Dubai lets non-Muslims of any nationality marry with full legal recognition in the UAE, through Dubai Courts under a set procedure that protects both spouses and is recognised locally and abroad.

Your Dubai wedding, with clear and reassuring steps.

Our civil marriage services in Dubai

We handle the whole file until you receive the certificate.

  • Eligibility Under Dubai Courts’ requirements
  • Documents Prepared and translated
  • Appointments Booking and liaising with authorities
  • Registration Until the certificate is issued

Why us?

  • Experience with civil marriage in Dubai
  • Detailed knowledge of Dubai Courts
  • Personal support from start to certificate
  • Several languages
  • Full confidentiality

Good to know in Dubai

  • Residence

    Options for residents and visitors, subject to conditions

  • Foreign documents

    May need legal translation and attestation

  • Age

    Both spouses must be of legal age

Steps to a civil marriage in Dubai

Five clear steps.

  1. 1

    Eligibility

    Case reviewed, conditions met

  2. 2

    Documents

    Prepared, translated, attested

  3. 3

    Appointment

    Booked with Dubai Courts

  4. 4

    The marriage

    Both spouses attending

  5. 5

    Certificate

    Issued by Dubai Courts

Required documents

  • Passports of both spouses
  • Proof of marital status (single, divorced, widowed)
  • Birth certificate (in some cases)
  • Dubai residence or entry visa
  • Translated and attested foreign documents

Frequently asked questions

All questions
  • There are options for non-residents under specific conditions; we explain the right route at the consultation.