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Right of the wife to move with children after divorce
We are in the process of getting a divorce and we have 3 kids. Custody will likely be given to the wife and guardianship to father.
Can she take the kids and move from our current home in Dubai to Abu Dhabi just because she works there?
Our family has lived in Dubai since 2004, my current job and kids school are also based in Dubai.
Please advise.
Dear Questioner,
Every case is different. After divorce, your wife can move to Abu Dhabi as she is working there.
We can help you with this case.
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Dear Questioner,
In which stage is your divorce file?
I suggest you reach a settlement with your wife regarding your children (regrading your visitation program, regarding birthdays, regarding their residence address, schools...etc.).
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Raluca Gatina
Dear Questioner,
In General, Yes, as she is the guardian, and it will not have an impact on their performance in school and if you both agreed on that.
If you have a dispute about it, then the court will issue its decision, which will be in favour of the guardian as it is not a big deal to move from Dubai to Abu Dhabi.
You have to reach a settlement agreement regarding other matters to save yourself any troubles in the future.
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Taken Care & Answered by,
Mohamed Noureldin
Legal Consultant (Licensed in Dubai)
