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    Alimony After Divorce in Dubai, UAE

    If you’re asking about alimony after divorce in Dubai, the answer depends on your religion, nationality, and whether you fall under the UAE Personal Status Law or the UAE Civil Personal Status Law.

    Alimony is the financial support a wife may receive after a valid divorce. In Dubai, spousal alimony includes expenses for housing, clothing, food, healthcare, and other payments.

    Whether you’re a UAE national or an expat, it’s essential to consult an experienced alimony lawyer in Dubai to understand your legal rights and navigate the system effectively.

    Here’s how alimony works under the latest UAE legal framework.

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    Alimony After Divorce in Dubai

    In Dubai, spousal alimony is regulated by Federal Decree-Law No. (41) of 2024 and Federal Decree-Law No. (41) of 2022.

    Each law handles alimony differently, based on religion and personal status.

    Main rules for alimony under Federal Decree-Law No. 41 of 2024 are as follows:

    • The husband must maintain the wife during a valid marriage and during the waiting period (iddah).
    • Alimony includes food, shelter, education (if applicable), and medical expenses.
    • Temporary alimony can be ordered during court proceedings.
    • Continuous alimony is prioritized over other debts.
    • If the husband divorces the wife unilaterally, she may claim compensation up to one year of alimony.
    • The right to alimony can be forfeited if the wife refuses to live with the husband without a valid reason.

    Alimony rules under Federal Decree-Law No. 41 of 2022 include the following:

    • The wife may apply for alimony after a divorce is granted.
    • The court considers several factors: length of marriage, age of the wife, financial status of both parties, and fault or harm caused during marriage.
    • If there are children, the father covers custody-related expenses for up to two years.
    • Alimony stops if the wife remarries or the custody ends.
    • Alimony terms can be revised yearly or if circumstances change.

    Our lawyers help in alimony cases in Dubai by:

    • Representing clients in alimony negotiations and court cases.
    • Preparing evidence to support or contest alimony claims.
    • Filing for temporary and continuous alimony orders.
    • Advising on civil vs. Sharia-based alimony rights.
    • Enforcing unpaid alimony judgments
    • Handling cross-jurisdictional family law conflicts in expat cases.

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    Alimony Calculation and Financial Rights After Divorce in Dubai

    Alimony in Dubai is not a fixed amount. It depends on the financial status of both parties, lifestyle during the marriage, and specific conditions in the law.

    Under personal status law, the court assesses:

    • The husband’s financial ability.
    • The wife’s needs and lifestyle.
    • Current economic conditions in Dubai.
    • Whether the wife is entitled to temporary, continuous, or compensatory alimony.
    • Whether there are children requiring support.

    Alimony after divorce​ in Dubai can be paid in cash or by providing property, housing, or services. It may be adjusted after one year if circumstances change.

    Retroactive claims are limited to 6 months (increase) or from the ruling date (decrease).

    Under civil personal status, alimony is calculated based on:

    • Duration of the marriage: Longer marriages may result in higher alimony.
    • Age of the wife: Older age may increase entitlement.
    • Fault in divorce: If the husband caused the divorce, he may owe more.
    • Financial status: The court relies on an accounting expert’s report.
    • Custody of children: The father pays for the custody expenses temporarily.
    • Harm or damages: compensation may be added if harm is proven.

    Wives may not claim alimony if they remarry or give up custody.

    Our law firm’s legal services for calculating and managing financial rights after divorce in Dubai include:

    • Alimony amount assessments, based on personal status and financial reports.
    • Filing and defending alimony modification claims.
    • Legal representation in disputes over financial compensation.
    • Drafting and reviewing post-divorce financial agreements.
    • Assistance with expert accounting reports for court submissions.
    • Consultation on how changes in financial conditions affect ongoing alimony.

    FAQs about Alimony in Dubai

    Alimony is allowed in Dubai divorce under both UAE Personal Status Law and UAE Civil Personal Status Law, provided the legal criteria are met.

    Alimony in the UAE varies, calculated based on factors like marriage duration, financial situations, fault in divorce, and cost of living, so there is no fixed amount.

    Need help with alimony after divorce​ in Dubai? Our experienced alimony lawyers in Dubai provide tailored legal advice under both UAE personal status law and UAE civil personal status law.

    Whether you’re seeking fair spousal support or defending against excessive claims, we guide you through every step of the legal process.

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