Q: I divorced my wife last year in Pakistan and she opened a case in Dubai. I am paying 3000 dirhams for one year daughter. I lost my job. Soon I have to go back to my country. Will I be able to get custody… A: Custody of the mother ends when the male child reaches 13 years and the female 11 years…

Custody of the mother ends when the male child reaches 13 years and the female 11 years, or your wife gets married to someone else. Alimony can be reduced according to changing circumstances. But the court does not hear before a year, except for exceptional cases.

Can I get the custody back from my ex-wife if I am leaving the UAE after losing job?

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Can a non-Muslim father claim the custody of his child as per the new personal status law?

Q: Hello, I would love to understand the new child custody laws in-depth for non-Muslim residents. My wife was granted our child's custody in the judgment of the first instance court but I have appealed against it. Having said that, I have a family here in Dubai to support raising my son whereas my wife has only herself (she is currently employed) and has a nanny only. How can I get full custody of our son or maybe apply for joint custody as per the new law?

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هل يمكنني المطالبة بحضانة ابنتي في الإمارات إذا حصلت عليها بالفعل من محكمة باكستانية؟

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س: أنا وزوجتي السابقة من نفس الجنسية وغير مسلمان. تزوجنا في بلدنا الأم وتم الطلاق هناك في شهر فبراير 2021. منحتني المحكمة في بلدنا الأم حضانة الأطفال. يبلغ الأطفال من العمر 16 و9 سنوات – يعيشان معي في دولة الإمارات. ويذهبان إلى المدرسة هنا في دولة الإمارات. على أي حال، رفضت زوجتي السابقة العودة إلى الوطن وهي الآن مقيمة غير شرعية تعيش هنا في دولة الإمارات بموجب تأشيرة سياحية منتهية الصلاحية وغرامات تجاوز مدة الإقامة المفروضة عليها تزيد على 6000 درهم. لقد عينت في الوقت الحالي محامٍ هنا في دولة الإمارات لمحاولة استعادة الحضانة. هل يمكنها فعل ذلك؟ أو على وجه الدقة، هل يمكن أن تتدخل محكمة دولة الإمارات في حكم صادر من محكمة بلدنا الأم؟

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Federal Law No. (28) of 2005 On Personal Status

UAE Personal Status Law (also known as Personal Affairs Law) governs marriage, divorce, inheritance and other personal affairs in the United Arab Emirates. The law equally applies to citizens of the UAE and non-citizens unless one of them asks for the application of his home country law.

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How long does it take the court for disbursement labor dues after payment by the employer?

Hi there, I have a labor case that has been ruled in my favor. I filed an execution case & the employer paid the outstanding balance to the court. I requested disbursement and this has been accepted. I have given the court my IBAN & account info. How long does disbursement take? Thanks

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When to execute a final labor judgment and how does it cost?

Dear Sir/Madam, I just received a final labor judgment. Is there a time frame within which I must start the execution file? And how many days do I have after the verdict date to start the execution file? Finally, please provide a quote for managing the execution process from start to finish.

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332

Can I pay the fine to close a credit card if the bank asks for huge amount to settle?

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152

Can I claim my labor rights if my employer did not renew my contract?

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172

Can we vacate the tenant after purchasing a new flat in Dubai?

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My tenant was supposed to vacate as per the contract. Can I rent the property to another tenant?

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How can we recover a salary advance to a new employee if he fails to come to duty and uses alcohol?

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Am I allowed to wear a burka during the divorce hearing at the family court?

Hello, Am I allowed to wear a burka during the divorce hearing at the family court?

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What countersuit can be filed against an employer for a false absconding case?

Hello, What countersuit can I file against an employer who filed a false absconding case against an employee?

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Is a bounced rent cheque case considered a criminal record for U.S. visa applications?

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