How do Libyan family courts assess child maintenance obligations?

Judges evaluate the father's verifiable income and assets, cost of living indices, and the children's essential housing, schooling, and healthcare requirements.

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Libya Family Child Support, Alimony & Custody Calculator 2026

Calculate estimated statutory child maintenance, spousal alimony, custody housing allowance, and maximum salary garnishment ratios under Libyan Personal Status Law No. 10 of 1984.

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Calculated Result

Total Monthly Family Support Payable

1,050LYD

Calculator Inputs

Father's Verified Net Monthly Income (LYD)

LYD

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Number of Minor Dependent Children

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Include Spousal / Iddah Alimony

Total Monthly Family Support Payable

1,050LYD

Children Support Total

600 LYD

Support Ratio of Father's Salary

35 %

Spousal / Iddah Alimony Amount

0 LYD

Custody Housing Allowance

350 LYD

Mother's Custody Care Fee

100 LYD

Court-ordered child support and alimony awards depend on the father's verified net salary, living expenses, and family circumstances.

Official Statute: قانون الأحوال الشخصية الليبي رقم 10 لسنة 1984 وتعديلاته وأحكام دوائر الأحوال الشخصية بمحاكم الأسرةLast Verified: 2026-09-04

Calculation Methodology

Spousal Alimony = Net Salary * 20%. Child Maintenance = Net Salary * 10% per child. Custody Rent = 300 to 500 LYD. Total Award = Sum capped at 50% of Father's Net Salary.