How to divorce while abroad? What do you need to know?

Divorce when one of the spouses is abroad 

Divorce is always a difficult process, especially if one of the spouses is abroad. In the conditions when many Ukrainians were forced to find themselves outside the country due to military operations, the issue of divorce became relevant for many. In this article, we will consider what features and nuances need to be taken into account if the divorce occurs during the stay of one of the spouses abroad, and what opportunities exist for conducting this procedure remotely.

The long-distance divorce procedure needs to take into account certain legal nuances, because, depending on the circumstances, it can differ in complexity. For citizens of Ukraine who are abroad, it is possible to file for divorce without physical presence in Ukraine with the help of an electronic court or through a lawyer. Divorce, when one of the spouses is abroad, can be carried out both by mutual consent and through the court.

Divorce during a war abroad can be processed through an electronic court, which allows you to submit an application remotely.

Divorce of citizens of Ukraine abroad requires compliance with legal procedures that guarantee the legality of the divorce.

A lawyer from the "Consultant" service can help prepare all the necessary documents and represent the client's interests in court.

Ukraine provides an opportunity for citizens living abroad to file for divorce through the "Electronic Court" system.This greatly simplifies the procedure and allows you to initiate the case remotely. To use this opportunity, you must:

1. Go to the website of the "Electronic court" subsystem and click "REGISTER".
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   Use a qualified electronic signature (KEP) for registration.
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   Check and complete the profile by specifying the necessary data, such as full name, social security number, date of birth, phone number and email address.
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   Save profile changes and file for divorce.

This method of filing allows the case to be considered without the physical presence of the plaintiff, which is very convenient for those who are outside Ukraine.

Legal assistance of the "Consultant" service

Contacting a divorce attorney can make the process much easier, especially if one of the spouses is abroad. An experienced lawyer will be able to:

• Prepare the necessary documents, including a statement of claim for divorce.
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  Submit an application on behalf of the client using a power of attorney.
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  Provide representation in court if the process requires additional protection of the client's interests.

Also, a lawyer can help with divorce proceedings online, which allows you to avoid unnecessary costs of time and effort.
Lawyers of the "Consultant" service offer professional assistance in divorce, which includes full support of the process. By contacting this service, you can get help in the following matters:

• Divorce consultations, especially in complex cases when one of the spouses is abroad.
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  Preparation and submission of a claim taking into account all legal requirements.
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  Representation of the client's interests in court in case of the need for a trial.
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  Help in organizing an online divorce through an electronic court.

The lawyers of the "Consultant" service have experience in working with divorces that take place abroad, which guarantees clients promptness and quality in solving all legal issues.