Khula Procedure in Pakistan – Complete Guide by Azad Law Associate
If you are a Muslim woman in Pakistan seeking to dissolve your marriage, Khula is your legal right under Islamic law and the Muslim Family Laws Ordinance, 1961. This guide explains the step-by-step Khula procedure, required documents, and legal process in Pakistan.
1. What is Khula in Pakistan?
Khula is a woman’s right to seek divorce from her husband without his consent by returning the dower (Mehr) or forfeiting it, depending on the court’s decision. Unlike Talaq (initiated by the husband), Khula is filed by the wife in Family Court.
Key Differences Between Khula & Talaq
| Khula | Talaq |
| Wife initiates divorce | Husband initiates divorce |
| Requires court approval | Does not require court (but must be registered) |
| May involve returning Mehr | Husband does not return Mehr |
2. Khula Under Pakistani Law
Khula is governed by:
✔ Muslim Family Laws Ordinance, 1961
✔ Section 8 of the Dissolution of Muslim Marriages Act, 1939
✔ Family Courts Act, 1964
Grounds for Khula in Pakistan
A woman can seek Khula for reasons such as:
- Cruelty (physical/emotional abuse)
- Desertion (husband left for 2+ years)
- Husband’s failure to provide maintenance
- Incompatibility/irreconcilable differences
3. Khula Procedure in Pakistan – Step by Step
Step 1: Filing a Khula Application
- Visit the Family Court in your district.
- Submit a Khula application form (available at court or lawyer’s office).
- Pay the court fee (approx. PKR 500–2,000).
Step 2: Court Summons & Reconciliation
- The court issues a notice to the husband for response.
- A reconciliation process is attempted (1–3 hearings).
- If reconciliation fails, the case proceeds.
Step 3: Evidence & Final Hearing
- Submit proof (witnesses, medical reports, messages, etc.).
- The judge decides whether Mehr must be returned.
- Khula decree issued (divorce finalized).
Step 4: Registration of Khula
- The Khula must be registered with the Union Council within 30 days.
- Obtain a Khula / Divorce Certificate (legal proof of divorce).
4. Required Khula Papers in Pakistan
To file for Khula, you need:
✅ Nikah Nama (Marriage Certificate)
✅ CNIC copies (wife & husband)
✅ Khula application form (filled & signed)
✅ Affidavit (stating reasons for Khula)
✅ Court fee challan
✅ Any evidence (e.g., abuse proof, witness statements)
5. Khula Application Form in Pakistan
The Khula petition includes:
- Wife & husband’s details (names, CNIC, addresses)
- Marriage date & details
- Reasons for Khula
- Request for divorce & Mehr settlement
(Sample forms are available at Family Courts or legal offices.)
6. Time & Cost for Khula in Pakistan
- Duration: 3–6 months (depends on court backlog).
- Cost: PKR 5,000–20,000 (lawyer fees + court charges).
7. Can a Woman Get Khula without Husband’s Consent?
Yes! If the husband refuses, the court can still grant Khula after proper hearings.
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