Child Custody Law in Pakistan
By zahid faiz
A Complete Guide for Parents. Child custody refers to the physical and legal responsibilities of a child after the parents’ divorce. Their separation is not
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December 2, 2025
Divorce under the Family Courts Act 1964
Complete Legal Guide for Pakistan, Divorce is a sensitive concern that not only affects two people but also two families involved with them.The term “divorce” refers to the legal dissolution of a marriage. It can be observed through different methods in Pakistan, with the most common forms being khula (by wife), talaq (by husband), mutual consent (mubarat), and judicial dissolution (faskh). Family courts, which are enabled by the Family Courts Act, 1964, handle disputes like marriage, divorce, and child custody after divorce. However, it is crucial to understand the divorce law in Pakistan before signing an agreement. The article explores
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December 1, 2025
Nikah and Court Marriage in Pakistan
Discover the legal differences between Nikah and Court Marriage in Pakistan under the Family Courts Act 1964. Learn requirements, rights of spouses, and registration laws. In Pakistan, marriages are often performed through nikah or court marriage. Legal Framework under the Family Courts Act 1964 Nikah is a religious contractual marriage that includes Islamic ceremonies in the presence of an imam or nikah khawan, whereas court marriage is a legal procedure, which is organized by a licensed registrar or officer, like a union council. Nikah is incomplete without the ijab-o-qabool ceremony, a traditional practice that seeks the approval of both partners
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November 30, 2025
What Is Family Law in Pakistan?
A Simple Guide:-Family law is the legal framework for resolving family disputes, including marital affairs, nikah and court marriage, khula “tanseekh e nikah” and divorce, dowry articles, child custody, and guardianship. In Pakistan, the Family Courts Act 1964 grants jurisdiction over a wide range of family issues. The act lists the specific cases that family courts can hear and establishes civil procedures for maintaining a decree. Many issues interact with other relevant laws, such as the Guardian and Wards Act 1890, and the Dowry & Bridal Gifts (Restriction) Act, 1976, wherever necessary. This article explains the key areas of family
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