Are you a UAE citizen planning to get married soon? Citizens of Dubai can have their wedding sponsored, with the costs covered by the Community Development Authority. The groom must possess a family book and a passport issued in Dubai, while the bride must be a UAE citizen holding a family book. The wedding must take place in the authority's halls, and the package, known as Dubai Weddings, includes a variety of services that citizens can utilize. Here is a guide on the services included in the package, the required documents, and the eligibility criteria for the service.
Package services include:
Kosha
Dinner banquet
Photography and videography
Beverage hospitality
Perfume corner
Electronic invitation card – welcome cards for attendees
Audio entertainment system
Discounts and gifts from strategic partners
Eligibility criteria for applying for wedding sponsorship include:
The husband must have a family book and passport issued by Dubai
The wife must be a citizen with a family book
Both the man and woman must be at least 18 years of age
CDA is committed to a maximum of 250 invitees at the wedding ceremony
The couple should attend the preparatory program for marriage offered by CDA
The couple must also adhere to the menu choices and bride stage options from the list approved by CDA
Required documents include:
Electronic copy of a marriage contract
Electronic copy of the wife's Emirates ID
The application can be submitted on the authority's website after logging in through an Emirates ID number or UAE Pass. Once the request is confirmed, the applicant will receive a text message. After assessing the application, the customer will be notified of the decision via text. The service will be completed within 5 working days.
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