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Marriage Contracts and Legal Registration in Egypt

Marriage in Egypt must be documented in accordance with Article 5 of the Egyptian Civil Status Law and the Ministry of Justice protocols. Marriages must be formalized either before the Notary Public (Ma’zoun for Muslims) or through church or consular channels.

Foreign nationals are required to submit:

  • Valid passports and entry visas

  • Certificates of non-impediment from their embassy

  • Proof of religion and nationality

  • Consular authentication and certified Arabic translations

Our firm facilitates contract drafting, document verification, notarization, and registration, ensuring compliance with both Egyptian law and international standards.

Divorce Proceedings: Talaq, Khula’, and Judicial Separation :-

Divorce in Egypt is regulated under Law No. 1 of 2000 and Islamic principles:

  • Talaq (طلاق): The husband can unilaterally pronounce divorce, but for it to be legally effective, it must be registered before the Ma’zoun within 30 days, as per the Personal Status Law.

  • Khula’ (خلع): A no-fault divorce initiated by the wife, in which she relinquishes her financial rights (mut’ah and dowry). It requires a court ruling and cannot be appealed.

  • Judicial Separation: Granted by family courts upon proof of harm (darar), abandonment, failure to provide nafaqa, or long absence without just cause.

Our legal team ensures accurate court submissions, witness coordination, and compliance with procedural requirements while protecting our clients’ dignity and financial rights.

3. Custody of Minors (Hadanah) and Legal Implications :-

Custody (hadanah) in Egyptian law prioritizes the moral and emotional well-being of the child. Mothers are granted primary custody unless proven unfit, under Law No. 25 of 1929, amended by Law No. 4 of 2005:

  • Custody age: Until age 15; the child then chooses which parent to live with.

  • Custody is lost if the custodian remarries a non-relative male or becomes morally/mentally unfit.

We represent custodians and challengers in hadanah claims, ensuring guardian rights (wilaya) are preserved for matters of schooling, health care, and property.

4. Visitation and Child Contact Arrangements:-

Egyptian courts ensure the non-custodial parent retains visitation rights (ru’ya), usually for 3 hours weekly in a neutral location, such as a club, mosque, or school.

Modifications or enforcement of visitation orders are handled under execution procedures in the family court system. We offer:

  • Visitation schedule negotiation

  • Judicial enforcement

  • Complaints of denial or obstruction

5. Child Support (Nafaqat Al-Awlād) :-

Under Article 18 bis of Law No. 1 of 2000, fathers are financially responsible for their children’s:

  • Housing, food, clothing

  • Medical care and education

  • Recreational needs

Failure to pay can result in travel bans, bank seizure, salary garnishment, or imprisonment under execution procedures. We calculate obligations based on income, lifestyle, and local cost of living.

6. Spousal Maintenance and Moral Compensation :-

Maintenance (nafaqa) includes the right of a wife to:

  • Financial support during marriage

  • ‘Iddah maintenance (3-month post-divorce period)

  • Mut’a compensation for arbitrary divorce

The court evaluates the husband’s income and standard of living to determine fair compensation. We present evidence of financial capacity, lifestyle, and marital duration to support or contest claims.

7. Inheritance and Estate Distribution (Miras) :-

Inheritance among Muslims is governed by Book Five of the Egyptian Civil Code, based on fixed Qur’anic shares:

  • Sons inherit twice as much as daughters

  • Spouses, parents, and siblings receive specific ratios

  • Illegitimate children and adopted children do not inherit unless legally recognized

We prepare:

  • Declaration of inheritance (إعلام وراثة)

  • Asset inventory

  • Title transfer and estate distribution

  • Representation in disputes or contested wills

For non-Muslims, inheritance may follow the deceased’s national law, per international treaties or consular rulings.

8. Proof of Marriage, Paternity (Nasab), and Lineage :-

When a marriage is unregistered (e.g., Urfi marriage), a woman may petition the court to:

  • Validate the marital relationship

  • Establish the child’s paternity (nasab)

  • Secure inheritance and guardianship rights

We handle DNA testing motions, documentation collection, and judicial proof procedures, ensuring full protection of maternal and child rights.

9. Recognition of Foreign Marriages & Divorces :-

Under Law No. 114 of 1946, foreign civil status documents must be:

  • Authenticated by the issuing authority

  • Legalized at the Egyptian consulate

  • Translated into Arabic and certified

We assist clients with judicial recognition petitions, enabling enforcement of foreign family law decisions inside Egypt.

10. Guardianship and Legal Authority (Wilaya & Qawama) :-

Fathers usually hold legal guardianship (wilaya) over children. However, mothers or others may petition to transfer guardianship in case of:

  • Absence

  • Death

  • Abuse or endangerment

  • Unfitness

Our firm handles guardianship transfers, financial oversight claims, and emergency motions for parental authority in courts.

11. Domestic Abuse, Protection, and Moral Injury :-

Women facing abuse have legal options under both the Penal Code and Family Law provisions. Remedies include:

  • Court-ordered protection

  • Immediate separation

  • Criminal charges for battery or harassment

  • Psychological damages compensation

We act urgently to secure the safety of spouses and children, filing all relevant petitions with supporting evidence and medical/legal reports.

12. Housing Rights for Divorced Mothers :-

Post-divorce, a mother with custody may claim continued residence in the marital home (maskan), unless alternative housing is provided by the father or legal guardian.

We secure housing through:

  • Court petitions

  • Valuation and rent comparison

  • Negotiated settlements

13. Travel Restrictions and Child Mobility Disputes :-

Family courts may impose travel bans (man’ al-safar) if one parent seeks to move the child abroad without consent. These orders are critical for:

  • Preventing international abduction

  • Ensuring access to visitation

  • Safeguarding the child’s continuity of care

We file and challenge travel ban orders with supporting documentation and embassy coordination.

14. Dowry (Mahr) and Gifts Claims :-

Dowry (mahr) is enforceable under Islamic law. Courts honor:

  • Agreed sums (deferred or paid in full)

  • Proof of customary gifts

  • Wedding expenses

We file or defend dowry claims and present material and testimonial evidence, including marriage contracts and receipts.

15. Appeals and Review of Family Court Decisions :-

Any final ruling can be challenged in higher family courts (Court of Appeals) based on:

  • Legal errors

  • Procedural defects

  • Unjust application of the law

Our firm prepares complete appeal files, cross-examines judgments, and ensures procedural integrity throughout.

 

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