HEALTHNon-Muslim Marriage Dubai: Eligibility and Documents

Get Married in Dubai: AED 50 Fee for Non-Muslim Expats

Non-Muslim expatriates planning to marry in Dubai can now do so through a streamlined online process. To qualify for a civil marriage, applicants must meet several conditions, including being at least 21 years old, having legal capacity to marry, and not being in an existing marriage. The marriage must be between a man and a woman, and both parties must have the capacity to marry.

The required documents for non-Muslim applicants include:

• Emirates ID
• Medical examination report
• Identity documents of both spouses
• No-objection certificate from the relevant embassy (if applicable)
• Medical examination certificate
• Genetic screening certificate
• A copy of the passport of both parties
• A copy of the Emirates ID of both parties (if applicable)
• Proof of dissolution of marriage (if either party was previously married)

To apply for a marriage contract online, applicants can follow these steps:

1. Visit the Ministry of Justice website
2. Select the Electronic Marriage Contracts System
3. Log in using the UAE Pass digital identity
4. Choose the type of marriage contract application
5. Enter the details of the bride, groom, contract, and witnesses, then upload the required documents
6. Submit the application and pay the service fee

After verification, the application is transferred to a reviewer before being submitted to a judge for approval. Once approved, an electronic copy of the marriage contract is sent to both spouses via email.

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Q: What is the minimum age requirement for non-Muslim expats to get married in Dubai?

Both spouses must be at least 21 years old.

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Q: What is the federal fee for submitting a marriage contract application?

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The federal fee is AED 50.

Q: What documents are required for non-Muslim applicants to get married in Dubai?

The required documents include Emirates ID, medical examination report, identity documents of both spouses, and more, as specified by the Ministry of Justice.