Take Control of Your Divorce with an International Marriage
Saturday, February 27th, 2010
When you file for a divorce through local means, you basically turn everything over to the court system. Even if you and your spouse are able to agree on everything and put it into writing, there’s a good chance that the judge will make changes to what you both have agreed upon. Unfortunately, that’s something that they’re able to do. Why let someone else take control of your divorce and the way that things are to be handled afterwards as well? If you both can agree upon an international divorce, you can control your divorce instead of having the courts do it for you.
The countries that offer international divorces believe that if a couple can come to an agreement on the way that they want things to be handled both during and after their divorce, then that’s their decision to make. The courts simply ratify your decision instead of stepping in and telling you what you can and cannot do, or should and should not do. They also don’t believe in making you go through a lengthy separation period before granting you a divorce. You and your spouse are both adults, and if you’re able to agree that a divorce is indeed what you both want, then they’re there to grant it for you. Military couples and international couples are often the victims of extended waiting periods, so this is something they’ll be able to appreciate.
Another difference is the overall cost. You’re not even required to have a lawyer in order to file for an international divorce, though it is strongly recommended. There are plenty of reliable online sources that can point you in the direction of a reputable law firm who specializes in international divorces, so finding a good lawyer isn’t a problem. The overall cost is generally much less than what you would expect to pay if you were filing through a local court. For international couples or military couples that are currently living in different parts of the world, this option can cut down on their costs significantly. Only one person will have to travel, and that person can easily have their court appearance over and done within five to ten minutes.
Finally, one last benefit is that international divorces protect your privacy. The documents aren’t sent out to various banks and financial institutions automatically. You may be required at some point to present a proof of your divorce, but at least you can control who sees it for the most part.
