my husband abusing me

Yes — verbal abuse, threats, and blackmail are serious matters, even if your husband is in another country.
You are not forced to travel to Canada if you feel unsafe or scared. Your safety and consent come first.
What you can do:
✔ Keep evidence of abusive calls, messages, or threats (screenshots, recordings if possible)
✔ Do not send money if he is blackmailing you
✔ You can file a police complaint in the UAE for threats, harassment, or blackmail
✔ You may also seek legal advice before travelling, especially regarding your sponsorship or marital rights
✔ If you decide not to go to Canada, a lawyer can guide you on separation or other legal protection.

If your husband is threatening, abusing, or blackmailing you, you are not required to tolerate this behavior or travel to Canada if you feel unsafe. Emotional abuse, threats, and financial coercion are serious matters.

Important to know

- You are not obligated to travel or live with him if you fear abuse.
- Threats and blackmail can be reported to authorities.
- Your immigration status or sponsorship does not give him the right to control or intimidate you.

Steps you can take now

- Save evidence of abusive calls, messages, threats, or financial demands.
- Stop sending money if you feel pressured or threatened.
- Inform trusted family members about the situation.
- If threats escalate, report them to local police.

Regarding Canadian sponsorship

- You can choose not to travel to Canada.
- If you later decide to proceed, you may contact Canadian immigration authorities to explain the circumstances.
- If abuse continues, Canadian authorities take domestic abuse allegations seriously and can provide protection options.

If you feel unsafe or threatened

- Seek support from local authorities or a women’s support center.
- Contact your embassy for guidance and protection resources.

Your safety and mental wellbeing are the priority. You have the right to make decisions without fear or coercion.

HHS Lawyers can guide you on legal protection options and steps to address threats and harassment. You can also claim a free 15-minute consultation with our expert by sending your enquiry on WhatsApp.