Abu Dhabi Civil Family Court Sees 15,000 Marriage Applications And 7,600 Wills In Nine Months

The Abu Dhabi Civil Family Court has seen a significant rise in its services, with 15,000 civil marriage applications and 7,600 civil will registrations recorded in the first nine months of 2025. This surge highlights the court's growing role in civil family justice, attracting both residents and international visitors.

Statistics from the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department reveal that between January and September 2025, the court processed nearly 15,000 civil marriage applications. This equates to an average of 1,540 applications monthly or about 77 daily. The figures reflect trust in the court's bilingual services offered in Arabic and English.

The court's offerings have drawn clients from around 120 nationalities, including tourists seeking its services. This diverse clientele underscores Abu Dhabi's reputation for a sophisticated civil family justice system that meets international standards and serves multicultural communities effectively.

In addition to marriages, the court handled 7,600 civil will applications during this period. Notably, September alone saw 1,080 registrations, averaging 55 wills daily. The digital service allows online registration and notarisation from anywhere globally, providing flexibility for users.

The court is notable for being the first in the region to offer a bilingual judicial system. It issues judgments and legal documents in both Arabic and English. This approach enhances accessibility for a wide range of users seeking services like no-fault divorce, joint custody arrangements, and inheritance matters.

Abu Dhabi’s Civil Family Court offers a full suite of services online. These include civil marriages, divorces without fault assignment, joint custody agreements, wills, and inheritance issues. The ability to complete these processes entirely online adds convenience for users worldwide.

This increase in demand reflects confidence in the court’s efficient operations and its ability to cater to diverse needs through advanced digital solutions. The court's success is evident as it continues to attract a global audience seeking reliable civil family justice services.

With inputs from WAM