🧭 Region & Middle East · #108

My husband has left me and the children in a foreign country without money and no longer contacts us. What is my first step?

Contact the Malaysian embassy or consulate immediately; that is the first door of help for Malaysians stranded abroad. Explain your situation, including your children and your residence permit status. Meanwhile, get urgent help with shelter and food through the mosque, a Malaysian association or a local welfare body. Tell your family in Malaysia so that they can help from there. Keep evidence that your husband left you without maintenance, such as messages and bank records. Once things are stable, the Syariah Court in Malaysia can hear your claim for maintenance for yourself and the children. If you feel in danger, call the local police without delay. See abandoned by a husband.

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This answer is general reference, not a fatwa. For your situation, consult the religious affairs office, a Syarie lawyer or your state Syariah Court.

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