An Overview of Child Custody and Maintenance in Kuwait

The Legal Meaning of Custody

Custody involves protecting, raising and caring for a child in a manner that safeguards the child’s interests. The law sets out the requirements a custodian must meet and their duties towards the child.

The law focuses on the child’s best interests as the primary criterion when considering any custody dispute.

Maintenance and Its Governing Rules

Maintenance is a right under Sharia and the law for a child in custody and also covers other aspects of the family’s living needs. The law specifies the types of maintenance and the criteria for entitlement and assessment of its amount.

Maintenance must be sufficient to cover basic needs, taking into account the social and financial circumstances of the person responsible for paying it.

Amicable Resolution and the Courts

We always recommend seeking amicable agreements that preserve family bonds and serve the children’s interests without resorting to court.

If an amicable resolution is not possible, the personal status courts hear these cases and issue judgments based on legal rules and best interests.

The Sensitive Nature of Family Matters

Family matters are sensitive and require particular care. Confidentiality and professionalism are the foundations of our work in this field.

Our legal team provides support and advice with full consideration of the psychological and social aspects of these cases.

How Can We Help?

We provide specialist legal consultations on personal status matters. You can contact us to discuss your circumstances and obtain professional legal advice.

Our aim is always to provide the best solution for your family members’ interests in accordance with the law.

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