Estate planning in inheritance law
Prepared for all eventualities in Dubai
Prepared for all eventualities in Dubai
Dubai, a land of progressiveness and modernity, holds onto its traditions and a legal system influenced by Sharia law. This system differs fundamentally from legal systems in Europe, especially in estate planning. For expatriates and businesspeople in Dubai, it's essential to understand local inheritance laws to be prepared in case of their passing. The IMMODXXB team guides you and your loved ones safely through the legal challenges, ensuring your assets are protected and distributed fairly.
Multigenerational estate planning - important aspects
Generationen- übergreifende Nachlassplanung – wichtige Aspekte
A legally valid will is crucial to avoid lengthy and costly legal disputes and translation expenses in the event of death. The Sharia-based inheritance laws in Dubai include specific provisions that are unfamiliar in the DACH region and favor male heirs. For German-speaking investors in Dubai, it is therefore essential to consider the following points:
Securing family assets
An investment is only as secure as its protection. Those investing in Dubai or establishing a company should create a will that clearly regulates inheritance. With an officially recognized will, the provisions of Sharia law can be overridden in the event of inheritance, and personal wishes can be established.
Guardianship for minors
What happens to your children if something happens to you? Without a clear testamentary arrangement, minors legally fall under the care of male relatives. Fathers must explicitly make provisions in their will to arrange for guardianship of their children in the event of the mother's passing.
Estate settlement
Without a will, male relatives are given preference in inheritance distribution, with husbands potentially receiving a larger share than is typical in Germany. Without a will, according to Sharia, wives only inherit 12.5% of their deceased husband's estate, while sons and parents are prioritized.
Inheritance calculator
The inheritance calculator is a free online tool for determining your inheritance according to Sharia laws. Here, you can input your family situation and the estimated value of your estate to calculate the inheritance shares of family members. Use the calculator for your estate planning here:
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