How Much Does Civil Marriage Cost in Abu Dhabi?
Reviewed 7 Sept 2026
Compare Abu Dhabi's standard and express civil-marriage fees and understand which document, travel or assistance expenses may be separate.
Official application fees
ADJD's published guidance lists AED 300 for standard civil marriage and AED 2,500 for the express service. These figures were checked on 7 September 2026.
Confirm the amount shown in the official application before payment. These are court service fees, not an ALIFBA all-inclusive package.
Standard or express?
Choose the service according to your scheduling needs and the court's available arrangements. Express service provides priority processing and scheduling options subject to its conditions.
Paying for express processing does not remove the eligibility checks or supporting-document requirements. Confirm the appointment before making non-refundable travel arrangements.
Other costs to consider
Your total budget may include items outside the application fee. Some are optional; others depend on the documents and intended use.
- Translation where required
- Attestation for relevant documents or later certificate use
- Optional document preparation or administrative assistance
- Travel and accommodation for applicants attending from abroad
- Optional additional agreements or services
Request a clear quotation
Ask a service provider to distinguish the court fee from its professional charges. Confirm which documents, translations and follow-up work are included.
If you need the marriage certificate abroad, describe the destination and receiving authority. This helps identify the subsequent steps rather than adding them unexpectedly after the ceremony.
What to check before paying
Make sure both applicants meet the current conditions and the records are complete. Previous-marriage documents may need checking before the application can proceed.
Ask about cancellation and rescheduling conditions. Do not assume that every fee or third-party expense will be refundable if your plans change.
Civil-marriage assistance from ALIFBA
ALIFBA Transactions assists with document checks, application preparation, translation and eligible ADJD procedures.
Contact us with the applicants' circumstances and scheduling preference. We can provide a breakdown of our assistance charges and identify official costs that must be confirmed at submission.