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UAE Civil Law 2026 update: Expat assets with no heirs now taken over by charities

Recent UAE legislative updates clarify asset distribution for expats. Heirless assets will now be designated for charitable endowments, while non-Muslims will follow a 50/50 spouse/children split, with gender equality in inheritance. A new 15-year-old rule allows minors to seek judicial permission to manage assets, fostering youth entrepreneurship.

2 Jan 2026 12:51 pm