For divorced couples, especially women, there is support provided by the Family Support Division (BSK).
The main function of this division is to enforce court orders regarding maintenance (nafkah).
Services provided:
- Outstanding maintenance claims
- Enforcement of maintenance orders (e.g. husband's salary deduction)
- Free syariah legal services for cases related to the enforcement and implementation of maintenance orders.
- Providing temporary financial assistance while waiting for the enforcement and implementation of orders in the Syariah Court to be completed
- BSK Transit (expansion) which is a claim for accommodation, food and transport costs for clients attending cases handled by BSK.
Application procedure when ex-husband/ father refuses to pay alimony as ordered by the court:
- Ex-wife/ child can file a complaint with BSK
- BSK officers will take further action such as holding a negotiation session involving both parties to reach a solution
- If no solution is reached, then the enforcement and execution of the order will be filed in the Syariah Court
Updated date: 16/3/2026
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