Can a Muslim couple get married in Dubai, and what is the process?

Yes. Muslim marriages in Dubai are solemnised through the Personal Status (marriage) section of Dubai Courts. The marriage is contracted under the UAE Personal Status Law, which applies Islamic principles to the union. Typical requirements include the parties' passports and Emirates IDs, the presence of the bride's guardian (wali), and two adult male Muslim witnesses. Couples are also generally required to complete the UAE's mandatory premarital medical screening and present the resulting certificate before the contract is concluded. Where the bride is a non-Muslim from the People of the Book marrying a Muslim man, the marriage can usually proceed, but a Muslim woman marrying a non-Muslim man is not recognised under this framework. After the contract is signed before the authorised official, the marriage is registered and you can obtain an official marriage certificate, which can later be attested for use abroad. Exact documents, fees, and any approvals vary, so confirm the current checklist with Dubai Courts before booking. For drafting prenuptial arrangements or cross-border questions, you can compare verified UAE legal professionals on LEXAI.