UAE: Foreign women to be given equal rights in divorce cases


Issue 1160 - 14 Dec 2022 | 1 minute read

The UAE is to introduce a new federal law covering all non-Muslim foreigners, which will give women equal rights in proceedings for divorce, inheritance and custody of children. The measures will come into effect from 1 February 2023.

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