Is the polygyny procedure the same in every state in Malaysia?

The principle is much the same, but the details differ. Every state requires Syariah Court permission before a married man marries again. However, differences exist in the level of court that hears the application, the forms and documents required, fees, the filing method (counter or online), section numbers, and the penalties for the offence of polygyny without permission. The court's power to order maintenance and division of jointly acquired matrimonial property when approving polygyny is found in Act 303 s.23(9) and the state Enactments (for example Selangor 2003 s.23(10)), but section numbers can differ. That is why you should always consult your state's Enactment and religious affairs office. A summary is available in the table of state laws.