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Marriage in the UAE for residents and citizens: the steps and documents

In the UAE, Muslim marriage is concluded at the court or by a ma'zoun it licenses, and residents usually need attested documents from home. Before the documents comes the introduction: on Zawjni each member states their nationality and plans after marriage, and photos can be hidden.

How is marriage concluded in the UAE?

Muslim marriage in the UAE is concluded at the court or by a ma'zoun licensed by it. Non-citizens usually need attested documents from their home country, and requirements differ between the seven emirates.

Zawjni does not conclude marriages or issue documents; its role is marriage-minded introductions.

Marriage in the UAE for residents: what to ask before committing

Many people searching "how do I get married in the UAE" are residents from Egypt, the Levant and the Maghreb. What needs settling early: both partners' nationalities, residence type, and whether you stay in the UAE after marriage or go home.

On Zawjni you write that in your bio and set whether you would relocate. Profiles also have a marital status field, including divorced and widowed, which are common searches in the UAE.

Before you write your profile

State your emirate (Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah...) and nationality in your bio, and your line of work if you wish. You can turn on photo hiding in settings if you prefer your photos to show only to people you choose.

Frequently asked questions

What documents does a resident need to marry in the UAE?

Usually: passport, Emirates ID and attested documents from your home country such as a birth certificate and proof of marital status, and more may be asked. Requirements differ between emirates, so ask your emirate's court before the appointment.

How do I get married in the UAE as a resident?

After the introduction and the families' agreement, the marriage is concluded at the court or by a licensed ma'zoun, with attested documents from your home country. Ask your emirate's court about requirements before the appointment.

Can divorced and widowed women register on Zawjni?

Yes. Marital status has its own profile field that includes divorced and widowed.

Is Zawjni free?

Registration, your profile, daily suggestions and messaging within a match are free with no subscription. A free account gets 10 likes and 2 new conversations a day, and can start a chat with anyone who liked it first. Full filtered search and seeing who liked you are Premium features, which are optional.

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