Many British people spend lengthy periods living and working abroad. They form ‘expat’ communities in many parts of the world. One increasingly popular destination is Dubai in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
So if you are living in Dubai, for example, do you know what happens there if you die intestate? Are you confident that your estate will not be dealt with by Sharia Law?
Just as in the UK you are wise to have will in place. In Dubai you may may that not having a will and not planning for the event could have very serious consequences, especially for women.
It is not a good idea to have a local will in Dubai, as the Probate court may interpret this as a request to be dealt with by Sharia law.
Sharia Law favours disribution of the estate to male children and smaller amounts pass to a female spouse and female children.
As always take good advice and make the right will. Especially if you live in places like the UAE.
