International Divorce Solicitors

It is not possible to pick and choose which country to pursue your divorce in and for it to be able to proceed under UK law there are certain criteria to be met such as:

• Both parties are residents in the UK
• One party lives in the UK and has done for the previous six months

Even if you live abroad at the time of starting or receiving divorce proceedings, if you or the other party is domiciled in the UK, UK law can be used.

Simple as the above may seem, it does not always apply so it is very important you contact our international divorce lawyers as soon as possible for advice

Each jurisdiction has a different approach to elements of a divorce, such as spousal support or arrangements for children. It is imperative that you contact our international divorce solicitors and get expert advice if a divorce has any sort of an international element.

International divorce differs between jurisdictions, both within the EU and non-EU countries. As each individual’s circumstance is different, it’s best to speak to a specialist international divorce solicitor to get the correct and right legal advice for your situation.

England and Wales will recognise most overseas civil court divorces (any other form of divorce, such as a religious divorce through a Sharia Council or a Beth Din, will not be recognised). However, there are some vases where a foreign divorce may not be valid within the UK. If you’re unsure if your foreign divorce is valid within the UK then speak to one of our international divorce solicitors as soon as possible, as recognition of your divorce can affect your nationality or immigration status, your ability to remarry, the status of any children, and may cause issues with wills and potential inheritance.

As each couple’s circumstances can vary significantly (particularly in cases where international assets are involved), the length of the process will be different for everyone. Speak to one of our international divorce lawyers today, who will be able to give you an estimate on the time it may take.to finalise, from petition to decree absolute.

When a relationship deteriorates, coping with the sudden upheaval in your life can prove to be a particularly hard task. The process of divorce can be intimidating, especially when it encompasses international aspects. Knowing how to initiate the legal proceedings for an international divorce and understanding your available options can be challenging. Therefore, seeking guidance from our family law experts at an early stage is crucial to determine the optimal approach for achieving a fair resolution

The law in England and Wales changed on 6th April 2022. This means that if you divorce in England and Wales after this date, neither of you needs to blame the other for the end of the marriage.