Arrangement of the woman’s guardian for marriage

Arrangement of the woman’s guardian for marriage

The presence of a female guardian is a prerequisite for the validity of a marriage contract, according to the Saudi Personal Status Law, which is derived from the provisions of Islamic Sharia. This requirement is designed to ensure the protection of rights and the legitimate interests of women. 

The role of the guardian is not considered a formality, but rather an essential element that directly affects the validity of the marriage contract and its legal effects.

With the many questions about this condition, the importance of understanding the provisions of guardianship in marriage as decided by Sharia and regulated by the system emerges, in a way that ensures the clarity and safety of procedures.

Who is the legal guardian in the marriage contract?

He is the person who has the authority to marry a woman in accordance with the provisions of Islamic Sharia, the Saudi Personal Status Law, and its executive regulations.

In the marriage contract, the guardian is responsible for marrying the woman to whoever he deems competent for her and issues an offer, which is considered one of the pillars of marriage, such as his saying “Your wife is my daughter or my sister so-and-so”

The guardian system prohibits him from marrying his mistress without her consent, even if he is her father, and the marriage contract must include proof of the woman’s satisfaction with this marriage.

Is it valid to marry without a guardian?

The guardian in marriage is considered a condition for the validity of marriage according to the provisions of Islamic law, as it was mentioned in the noble hadith that he, may God’s prayers and peace be upon him, said “There is no marriage except with a guardian”.

 The new personal status system clarified the ruling on a marriage contract: If it is concluded without a guardian, the marriage is invalid and must be annulled by the competent court

What are the conditions for a woman’s guardian in marriage?

A woman’s guardian is subject to the conditions stipulated in Article 18 of the Personal Status Law, which are:

• The guardian must be male.
• He must be sane, so guardianship is not valid for a crazy or insane person.
• The guardian reaches the age of majority at 18 years.
• The guardian agrees with the woman in religion, so the guardian must not be a non-Muslim.

What is the order of a woman’s guardianship in marriage?

Article 17 of the system explains the order of a woman’s guardian in marriage as follows:

• Father
• A guardian appointed by the father when he is disabled, sick, or after his death.
• Grandfather to father and exalt.
• The son, then his son, even if he comes down.
• Brother brother.
• Brother to father.
• The nephew, even if he comes down.
• A nephew belongs to a father, even if he descends.
• Brother uncle.
• Uncle to father.
• A full cousin, even if he comes down.
• A cousin of a father, even if he descends.
• The closest league to the order of inheritance.
• A judge or a person appointed by the court to marry a woman.

Does a woman choose her guardian in marriage?

Does a woman choose her guardian in marriage?

A woman can choose her guardian in marriage when they are equal in rank, such as full brothers or full uncles, so she may choose one of them to marry her in accordance with what is stipulated in Article 17 of the system.

Are you facing an inquiry about a marriage contract or a woman’s guardianship and need a reliable legal opinion? With the office of lawyer Abdul Majeed Al Rashid, you can easily communicate with a specialized personal status lawyer who will provide you with accurate advice to help you understand your rights and make the right decision with confidence.

Who is the guardian of a divorced woman?

Who is the guardian of a divorced woman?

What applies to divorced women applies to other women in the guardian’s order of marriage, such as a virgin who has never been married and a widow whose husband has died.

When is a judge a guardian in marriage?

The judge shall marry the woman in the following cases:

• If the woman has no guardian, such as if the woman is a new Muslim.
• In the event of the guardian’s absence from the marriage, such as a long journey, loss, or death, the court must verify this.
• If the muscle is proven and the guardian refuses to marry the woman.

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