Divorce in Pakistan follows Islamic law and civil legislation, ensuring a structured process for both parties. The procedure of divorce in Pakistan involves the husband initiating divorce through ‘Talaq’ or the wife seeking ‘Khula’ by petitioning the court. After filing a notice with the Union Council, there is a 90-day reconciliation period. If reconciliation fails, the divorce is finalized and registered. The process begins with filing a notice or petition, followed by reconciliation attempts by an Arbitration Council. If these attempts fail, the divorce is finalized after the Iddat period for the wife, ensuring legal recognition. The law of divorce in Pakistan, based on Islamic principles and the Family Courts Act, 1964, ensures fairness and structured procedures for both Talaq and Khula. Divorce by mutual consent, or Mubarat, occurs when both spouses agree to end the marriage amicably. They jointly file for divorce, and after the reconciliation period, the divorce is finalized and registered with the Union Council, making it legally binding.
