It is possible to request a divorce in the UAE due to impotence if it involves a permanent condition or infertility.
However, there are specific conditions and procedures that must be met.
This article explores the legal framework, requirements, and process for filing for divorce due to impotence in UAE in 2025.
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Provisions of Divorce Due to Impotence in UAE Law
Divorce due to impotence is a legally recognized reason for divorce in the UAE. It can be pursued when impotence significantly disrupts marital life and prevents the continuation of a healthy marital relationship.
According to Article 69 of the Personal Status Law, if one spouse suffers from a chronic condition, such as insanity, leprosy, or impotence, that hinders sexual fulfillment, the other spouse may request the annulment of the marriage.
The annulment can be requested due to the impairment of sexual fulfillment caused by the condition.
This applies regardless of whether the condition existed before the marriage contract was signed or developed afterward.
These provisions form the legal basis for seeking divorce due to impotence in the UAE.
Conditions for Divorce Due to Impotence
The right to revoke the marriage contract is lost if the individual was aware of the disease or defect before the contract was made, or if they explicitly or implicitly accepted it afterward.
However, the wife’s right to request revocation due to a disease or defect preventing sexual pleasure will never be extinguished under any circumstances.
If the disease or defect is incurable, the court will immediately annul the marriage contract, without requiring a grace period.
If the condition is treatable, the court will delay the case for a reasonable period, not exceeding one year.
If the condition does not improve within that time and the individual requesting revocation persists, the court will annul the marriage contract.
Divorce can also be requested due to the husband’s failure to provide for his wife.
Complete legal details can be found by reading the article ‘Divorce Over Maintenance Failure in the UAE.’
Legal Procedures for Divorce Due to Impotence in the UAE
The process involves several critical steps:
- Seek Legal Consultation
- Consult a divorce lawyer in Dubai to understand your rights and gather the necessary evidence to support your case.
- File the Divorce Case in Court
- The lawyer files the case, citing impotence as the reason for divorce.
- Submit evidence, including medical reports, to substantiate the claim.
- Court Hearings
- Both spouses attend hearings, where the defendant can refute the claims or present counter-evidence.
- Judgment
- If the claim is upheld, the court issues a ruling for divorce with conditions for financial settlements. If rejected, the marital relationship continues unless appealed.
Read more: Mutual Consent Divorce Procedures in the UAE.
Real-Life Case Example
Case Title: Wife Requests Divorce Due to Husband’s Impotence
Facts:
A wife filed for divorce in Abu Dhabi, claiming her husband suffered from a medical condition that prevented sexual relations. The husband countered with a claim for marital obedience, alleging the wife left their home without justification.
Outcome:
- The court granted the wife a final divorce on the grounds of impotence.
- The husband’s claim was dismissed, and he was ordered to pay alimony and expenses.
- Upon appeal, the wife was required to return AED 170,000 to the husband as part of the settlement.
Moreover, we provided an explanation of a legal case study regarding the rights of a wife after divorce. Full legal details can be accessed through the following: Wife Rights After Divorce in UAE.”
Learn about the Khula Procedure in UAE.
When filing for divorce due to impotence, consider the following:
- Obtain certified medical reports to document impotence.
- Prove that marital life is unsustainable due to the condition.
- Follow all legal procedures precisely.
- Seek professional legal advice to ensure compliance with UAE law.
Read more: Reasons for rejecting harm-based divorce cases in the UAE.
Frequently Asked Questions
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