Sheikh Sultan directs that marriage and furniture assistance grants be raised to Dhs30,000 each

His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has directed the Sharjah Emiri Court to increase marriage assistance to Dhs30,000 and furniture assistance to Dhs30,000. Effective from the date of issuance, the directive aims to strengthen family stability and help beneficiaries meet rising living costs.

On Tuesday, His Highness also directed an amendment to the salary eligibility criteria, requiring applicants to earn a monthly salary equal to or less than Dhs50,000. This amendment likewise took effect from the date of issuance.

The revised salary threshold aligns with His Highness’s recent decision to raise the salaries of Sharjah government employees, ensuring that eligibility for both forms of assistance remains consistent with the updated salary levels.

The increased grants will help beneficiaries, including those receiving housing assistance from the Sharjah Department of Housing, cover the costs of marriage and furnishing their homes. The support is intended to ease financial pressures, help families meet their needs and reinforce their stability.

These directives reflect His Highness’s continued commitment to addressing families’ needs and adapting support to changing living conditions, with a focus on improving quality of life.

Media personality Mohammed Al Raisi announced the directives on Al Khat Al Mubashir (The Direct Line), a programme broadcast by the Sharjah Broadcasting Authority.