Religious Divorce Guidance
A religious divorce refers to ending a marriage according to the customs of a particular faith—such as a Jewish Get or Islamic Talaq. While spiritually meaningful, religious divorces are not legally valid in England and Wales unless followed by a civil divorce. Without legal dissolution, your rights to remarry, divide assets, or claim support may be affected.
We offer culturally sensitive, faith-informed guidance to help you navigate both religious and civil divorce processes. Whether you need support with a Get, Talaq, or court proceedings, we ensure your personal beliefs are respected while securing your legal rights.
Frequently Asked Questions
A Get is a Jewish religious divorce issued through a Beth Din (Jewish religious court). The husband must consent voluntarily and deliver the Get to the wife in a formal ceremony. A Get is necessary for religious remarriage but does not dissolve the marriage under UK law—a civil divorce is still required.
Talaq is a divorce initiated by the husband under Islamic law, while Khulla is initiated by the wife. These are religious acts, and when issued abroad in Shariah-compliant countries, they may be formally documented. However, if carried out in the UK, they are not legally recognised as civil divorce unless accompanied by court proceedings.
A religious divorce alone does not end your marriage in the eyes of UK law. Without a civil divorce, you’re still legally married—this can affect finances, inheritance, remarriage, and even lead to charges of bigamy. A civil divorce ensures your legal rights are protected.
Faith and law don’t need to be in conflict. At AAGA Solicitors, we offer respectful, expert guidance for religious divorces—helping you honour your beliefs while protecting your legal future. Speak to our compassionate family law team today. Your clarity begins with a conversation.
