Divorce among Muslim couples may occur in two circumstances:
- In court: Divorce is pronounced before a Syariah Court judge.
- Outside court: Divorce is pronounced elsewhere without the judge present. Such pronouncements must be reported and confirmed by the Syariah Court.
Procedure:
- Counselling
Couples are encouraged to attend counselling sessions at the State Islamic Religious Office.
Purpose: To resolve conflicts peacefully before court procedures.
Get counselling through SPPIMApplicants in states not using the SPPIM system may refer to their respective state Islamic Religious Office portals.
- Filing for divorce at the Syariah Court
If counselling fails, either party may file:
- Divorce by Talak