Divorce While Abroad

Many people file for divorce while living abroad. There are a variety of situations that can occur in regards to the various circumstances surrounding the divorce. If one spouse lives overseas and the other lives in the United States, then a certain set of rules are followed. If they both live together overseas, there are other options. If the spouse living overseas is in the military, then there is an even more complicated set of circumstances.

The general rule and the most common idea that must be resolved is where and how to file for divorce. It is important to understand the specific laws for each individual nation. Spain, for example, does not allow divorce proceedings to be moved to another country once they have begun there. A person could not file for divorce in Spain, then move back to the United States and continue the divorce proceedings there.

In most cases, it is easier for the spouse living in the United States to file for the divorce. The exception to this rule is with the military, as soldiers on active duty can delay the proceedings for the entire time they are on active duty overseas plus 60 days.

In most cases, divorces resolved overseas are recognized in the United States, but it is important to consult with an attorney before going forward in any specific country.

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For more information about divorce proceedings while living abroad, contact the West Palm Beach divorce attorneys of Eric N. Klein & Associates, P.A. by calling 561-353-2800.