What are the requirements for nikah in dubai

To conduct a Nikah in Dubai, specific legal requirements must be met. Both parties should adhere to Sharia law, applicable if both are Muslims or if the groom is Muslim and the bride is from ‘Ahl Al-Kitaab’. A Muslim woman cannot marry a non-Muslim man unless he converts to Islam. Key steps include:
• Registering the marriage contract at a Sharia court.
• Ensuring both parties are at least 18 years old, or obtaining judicial approval otherwise.
• Providing a premarital screening certificate.
• Attending the marriage with the bride’s father or his proxy and two male witnesses.
• Obtaining consent from the bride’s guardian.
• Divorced/widowed women must show proof of their status. Additional considerations may apply based on nationality and specific circumstances.