UAE Trends and Developments Contributed by: Hassan Elhais, Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy
Summary UAE law and UAE courts prioritise the best interests of a child when determining child relocation matters, regardless of whether the parties are subject to the civil personal status laws or the Sharia-based Federal Decree Law No 41 of 2024 on the Issuance of the Personal Status Law. UAE law also underscores the importance of the involvement of both parents in the lives of the children after a divorce. Consequently, a parent cannot unilaterally decide to relocate with a child, particularly if this would affect the other parent’s custody or visitation rights. UAE courts assess each case based on its facts and circumstances, ensuring that the child’s welfare takes precedence over other matters.
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