Implications of not having a Will in the UAE
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Can I make a Sharia-compliant Will?
Many people confuse a Sharia-compliant Will with a UAE Will, but they serve different legal purposes. A Sharia-compliant Will follows the principles of Islamic inheritance law, while a UAE Will is designed to ensure your estate is distributed according to your personal wishes under the applicable UAE legal framework.
In this video, Muhammad Tariq, a DIFC Registered Lawyer, explains the key differences between these two types of Wills. He discusses how a Sharia-compliant Will generally allows a person to bequeath up to one-third of their estate to someone outside their legal heirs, whereas a UAE Will is typically drafted to reflect the testator’s own intentions regarding the distribution of their assets.
Whether you are a Muslim or non-Muslim living in the UAE, understanding the distinction between a Sharia-compliant Will and a UAE Will is essential for effective estate planning and ensuring your assets pass to your intended beneficiaries.
Watch the video to know understand the right estate planning approach for your circumstances.
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