Muslim Wills Drafting
End-to-end Will drafting and registration assistance for the UAE’s Muslim expats
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About ADJD Muslim Will Registration
Benefits of Muslim Will Registration
- Ensure assets are managed as intended.
- Decide exactly who will inherit your assets.
- Appoint guardians for your minor children.
- Make the inheritance process simpler.
Why Muslim Expats Should Register a Will in the UAE?
Opt out of Shariah Law
Select your beneficiaries
Assign guardianship
Shorter probate process
Who Can Register a Muslim Will in the UAE?
Any Muslim expat who is at least 21 years old and owns assets in the UAE can register a Will in the UAE. It must be noted that the person making the Will need not be a UAE resident. A Muslim Will can be made and registered without a valid Emirates ID.
What Assets Can be Covered Under a Muslim Will in the UAE?
A registered Muslim Will can cover all types of assets located in any of the seven emirates of the UAE. These assets could include bank accounts, real estate, vehicles, business shares, and personal belongings. It can also include movable assets. However, distribution of these assets will still be subject to Sharia principles, which provide specific inheritance shares to heirs.
Frequently Asked
Questions
Here are some of the most commonly asked questions about Muslim Wills in the UAE:
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Yes. As per recent amendments, Muslim expats can now register their Wills with the ADJD Civil Wills Office. This allows them to designate beneficiaries and appoint guardians, instead of being subject only to Shariah law by default.
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No. You do not need to be a UAE resident or hold an Emirates ID. Muslim expats anywhere in the world can register a Will covering their UAE-based assets.
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A registered Muslim Will can cover all types of assets located in any of the seven emirates of the UAE, such as bank accounts, real estate, vehicles, business shares, and personal belongings.
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Any Muslim expat who is at least 21 years old can register a Will in the UAE.
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Yes. You can nominate guardians for your minor children (subject to certain exceptions). This ensures their financial and personal welfare is managed by someone you trust.
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We’re here to help! If you couldn’t find the answer you were looking for, feel free to reach out to our support team.
Government Departments
We can help you with the processes in the following government departments.
