Feb 23, 2023What is polygamy? List of countries where it is legalDebomitra Das
What is polygamy?
Polygamy is the practice of marrying multiple spouses and can live with them in one house. It is practised by approximately 3% of the population in the world.canva
Is polygamy legal?
Polygamy is not really a common practice but it is legal in several countries. Let’s take a look at the list of countries where people can practice polygamy.canva
Afghanistan
Men can have up to 4 spouses and can live with all of them peacefully under one roof.canva
Algeria
It may be uncommon in Algeria now, but people can still choose to have 4 spouses in total.canva
Pakistan
Muslim men can marry up to four wives but the man must seek legal agreement from his first wife before marrying the second wife.canva
UAE
In the United Arab Emirates, polygamy is only legal for men and a man can have up to 4 wives if he can provide for them equally.canva
Cameroon
In this country, polygamy symbolises richness and status. Men have no limit on the number of spouses they can marry.canva
Iran
The men are permitted to marry up to 4 spouses but only after they have obtained a court judgment that confirms their first spouse’s consent to marry another person. The man should also be able to treat them all equally.canva
Nigeria
The practice of polygamy is quite popular in Nigeria and the practice is increasing day by day.canva