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Can I remarry in the UAE as a Filipino Muslim convert, despite being separated in the Philippines?

Dear Lawyers,

I am from the Philippines and have been separated for 3 years. The Philippines does not have a divorce law.

I converted to Islam, and my partner is a UAE national. Is it possible to get married here in the UAE?

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Mohamed Bakheet Advocates & Legal Consultants
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16 Oct 2024, 18:58

Yes, marriage is possible.

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Engy Nabeel Advocates & Legal Consultants
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17 Oct 2024, 04:46

Yes, but you must obtain a divorce certificate here in the Emirates and then marry again.

If you have any other inquiries, contact us on phone number [--------].

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London Center for Legal Consultancy Office
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17 Oct 2024, 04:50

Greetings,

Yes, you can get married in the Emirates and we can complete your marriage through the Judicial Department. Contact us on WhatsApp.

We are honored to provide you with legal support. For further inquiries about your topic, you can come to our office or contact us via phone, email, or WhatsApp.

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Abdulhamid Yousuf Albulooshi Advocates & Legal Consultants
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17 Oct 2024, 05:40

Greeting,

You can file for divorce in the Muslim Personal Status Court since you have converted to Islam. After the divorce, as a Muslim, you are eligible to remarry according to Islamic law.

Best Regards,

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Rashid Khalil Obaid Advocates and Legal Consultancy
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17 Oct 2024, 06:26

Dear Questioner,

Yes, it is possible for you to get married in the UAE under Islamic law. There are certain requirements you must follow.

If you were previously married in the Philippines, you will need to provide a certificate of separation or divorce from your previous spouse.

And you will need to obtain a marriage license from the relevant Sharia court in the UAE.  We will let you know the procedures in detail.

Kindly share your WhatsApp number so we can discuss this further.

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Amiri Advocates & Legal Consultants
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17 Oct 2024, 09:38

Dear Questioner,

Converting to Islam does not invalidate a marriage contract that was made before converting to Islam.

Try to find a church that will grant you a divorce from him, whether in the UAE or in a country with Christian laws.

You can file for divorce against him in the courts of the UAE, obtain a divorce decree, and then marry whoever you love.

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Jassim Ali Al Haddad Lawyers and Legal Consultants
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17 Oct 2024, 10:41

Dear Questioner,

You can file a lawsuit to annul the Filipino marriage contract and then marry the Emirati person in accordance with Islamic law.

You can contact us via email or call our offices in Dubai or Sharjah.

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