Can I file a divorce in US by living other countries?
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Can I file a divorce in US by living other countries?
Dear respective lawyer,We came Hong Kong 2 years ago, because of my husband’s job. He is working for Americanbank and he is AmericanChinese I’m green card holder. My children are all American I want divorce from my husband however Hong Kong matrimonial low is not fair to me. Can I file my divorce in US when I am outside the US. Best Regards,
Asked on June 17, 2009 under Family Law
Answers:
N. K., Member, Iowa and Illinois Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 14 years ago | Contributor
No. All of the states in the U.S. have residency requirements in order to file for divorce in their state. The amount of time that you have to reside in the state varies from state to state. Some require 6 months to a year, some less.
So before you can file for divorce in the U.S., you need to return to the U.S. and begin residency in one of the states. When you meet the residency requirements, you can file for divorce.
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