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Faskh (Annulment)

Dissolution by an Islamic Sharia adjudication decision where valid grounds are established.

Faskh (Annulment) is dissolution by an adjudication decision where valid grounds are established. It is considered through Islamic Sharia principles and the relevant jurisprudence.

Potentially Relevant Grounds

Grounds may include harm, abuse, abandonment, neglect, non-contact or failure of marital responsibilities. Whether a ground is established is a matter for the adjudication process and scholars, not the website.

Evidence and Response

Evidence may include statements, correspondence, testimony, official documents and patterns of conduct. The other party is notified and given an opportunity to respond in writing. A lack of response does not necessarily prevent the process from continuing.

Outcome

Where valid grounds are established, the husband’s consent is not required. The religious outcome is an irrevocable separation (baynunah).

Published fee: the current starting total is £750, comprising a £600 starting fee and £150 casework credit. The initial review confirms whether Faskh (Annulment) is the appropriate route.

If you are at immediate risk of harm, contact the emergency services or an appropriate safeguarding organisation. The ISCN application process is not an emergency response service.

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