Court Overturns Decision on Marriage with Disputed Validity
November 5, 2026
A secret marriage between a Cypriot woman and a Nigerian man became the subject of a legal dispute as authorities labeled it as fictitious due to their separate living arrangements and other issues. The Administrative Court recognized that important details about their relationship had not been adequately examined. Ultimately, the court rejected the decision labeling the marriage as fictitious, highlighting that there were no contradictions in the spouses' statements. Authorities had moved forward with deportation and detention measures against the husband. The case continues with appeals from the foreign spouse.