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Publication date: 25.04.2024
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In Ukraine, according to the current legislation, alimony for an adult child who continues his education can be collected from the father or mother, if it was established by a court decision or by agreement of the parties.
The legislation of Ukraine provides that alimony for a child can be collected before the child reaches the age of majority, as well as after the child reaches the age of majority, if he continues his studies at an educational institution or a vocational-technical educational institution in accordance with the legislation of Ukraine.
In order to collect alimony for an adult child who is continuing his studies, it is usually necessary to apply to the court with a corresponding statement of claim. In this process, it is important to have all the necessary documents confirming the fact of the child's education (for example, the child's birth certificate, certificate of education, etc.).
The amount of child support. Ukrainian legislation does not establish clear standards regarding the amount of alimony for a child who continues to study. The amount of alimony is usually established by the court or by agreement of the parties based on such factors as the parents' income, financial capabilities, the child's needs, his age, health, educational expenses and other circumstances of the case.
The general practice is that the courts usually take into account the income of both parents, their capabilities and other circumstances, as well as the costs of education (training) of the child. There are certain guidelines for determining the amount of alimony, but they are not binding on the courts.
Child support, which has been awarded to cover the needs of a child, is usually money specifically allocated to support the child's provision and development. These funds are not the property of the child or the parents separately, but are intended to meet the needs of the child in accordance with a court order or an agreement between the parents.
In most cases, alimony is paid in favor of the child to a separate account that can be opened in the child's name. This allows for effective use of these funds for the child's needs, such as education, nutrition, medical services and other types of support.
Therefore, alimony received for a child cannot be considered as property of the child or the parents separately. They are a means of providing for the child's needs and supporting his living environment and his development.
Payment of alimony to the account of the child can be made by a court decision or by agreement of the parties. However, if alimony is intended to cover the child's needs, it is usually paid into a separate account opened in the child's name.
The terms of payment of alimony to the account of the child may be established in a court decision or in an agreement between the parents. These conditions may include the amount of alimony, the frequency of its payment, the method of transferring funds to the child's account, and other details.
Usually, the court makes a decision to open a separate bank account for the child, to which alimony will be paid, and indicates to the parents the need to comply with this decision.
If alimony is paid by agreement of the parties, it can also be transferred to a separate account of the child with the consent of the parents. It is recommended that you seek the advice of a qualified lawyer or attorney experienced in family law and child support for specific legal advice and support in your case.
