🧭 Region & Middle East · #125

My husband is a foreigner and his residence permit has expired. What are the risks to our family, and what should we do?

Do not let this situation drag on; staying without a valid permit can affect your husband's work, the family's stability and your children's documents. Many families put it off out of fear, but the problem usually becomes harder when left alone. Get advice from the Immigration Department or a lawyer about the lawful options for your situation. Gather your registered marriage certificate, your children's birth certificates and your husband's employment documents. Avoid agents who promise shortcuts, because some are scammers. Also plan the family's finances in case your husband has to return to his country for a while. Face it together honestly, not by hiding. See cross-border matters.

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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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