Divorce with a foreigner in Ukraine. Termination of marriage.
Divorce with a foreigner in Ukraine is conducted similarly to the divorce process with a Ukrainian citizen, provided that both spouses reside within the country. If the marriage was registered in Ukraine, divorce can be formalized in two ways — through the Registry Office (ZAGS) or through the court.
How to file for divorce with a foreigner?
Divorcing through the Registry Office with a foreigner follows general rules — both spouses must apply to the Registry Office where the marriage was concluded or where one of the spouses is registered, with a joint application for the dissolution of marriage.
Is it possible to get divorced remotely in Ukraine?
Before visiting the Registry Office, it is recommended to make an appointment by phone. Getting divorced online through the Registry Office in Ukraine is not possible. However, you can submit a joint application for divorce online, and after 30 days both parties must appear in person to finalize the divorce. For this, you will need the electronic digital signatures of both spouses.
How to file for divorce with a foreigner without their presence? Divorce through the court.
If the foreign spouse has left and resides abroad, one of the spouses can dissolve the marriage through the court. If the marriage is dissolved outside of Ukraine, it can be done according to the legislation of another country.
Regardless of whether the plaintiff knows the whereabouts of the defendant or not, divorcing a foreigner without their presence is possible only through the court. In such a situation, the court informs the defendant of the date and place of the divorce proceedings. According to Ukrainian legislation, court hearings can also be conducted via video conference. To correctly process all documents for divorce with a foreigner through the court, qualified assistance is necessary. An international family lawyer in Odessa can provide consultations and services for the correct and expedient preparation of divorce documents.
How long does divorce through the court in Ukraine take?
The divorce process in court with a foreigner can take several months if the parties do not obstruct the proceedings or delay the process.
Divorce through the court typically takes 6-7 months on average, if the proceedings are delayed due to reasons such as illness or failure to timely receive a summons, or if reconciliation is sought. Upon the request of one of the spouses, the court may grant a one-time reconciliation period, which cannot exceed three months.
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