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What Is Arbitrary Divorce in Jordan and What Compensation Does the Wife Receive?

Arbitrary divorce in Jordanian law: when divorce is deemed arbitrary, the wife's right to compensation, and how compensation is assessed.

Based on official Jordanian law — Personal Status Law No. 15 of 2019
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Based on official Jordanian legal texts

In Jordan, arbitrary divorce is addressed under the Personal Status Law. According to Article 155 (المادة 155) of the Personal Status Law, if a husband divorces his wife arbitrarily, meaning without a reasonable cause, and the wife requests compensation from the court, the judge may award her compensation. This compensation should not be less than the equivalent of one year's maintenance and not more than three years' maintenance. The judge will consider the financial status of the husband when determining the amount, whether he is wealthy or not. This compensation does not affect the wife's other rights.

For official advice, it is recommended to consult a lawyer.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the wife prove the divorce was arbitrary?
By proving it occurred without reasonable cause, with evidence about the marriage circumstances and the husband's conduct before the divorce.
Is compensation affected by her later remarriage?
No — compensation is an independent right, due once arbitrariness is established, and is not affected by remarriage.
Can the wife claim both arbitrary-divorce compensation and mutʿa?
Yes — each is an independent right with a different legal basis, and both can be claimed together.

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