Nafkah (a husband's financial duty to his wife and children)

Nafkah is the general term for a husband’s financial duty to his wife and children, covering food, clothing, shelter, and other reasonable basic needs.

It splits into a few types depending on the situation: nafkah during the marriage, nafkah iddah after divorce, and nafkah anak, which continues until the child is grown.

A common case: a wife who has not received nafkah for several months can file a claim at the Syariah Court, and any arrears can be pursued as a debt.

See the type that fits your situation: nafkah anak or nafkah iddah.