International Divorces
At Cajes Law, we are trusted in international divorce matters because we understand how cross-border relationships work in real life. Many of our clients were married overseas, later moved to Australia, or are now living in different countries from their spouse.
We help clients determine whether they can apply for divorce in Australia, prepare the right documents, manage overseas service, and move the process forward with clarity and confidence. Cross-border matters can feel overwhelming. Our role is to make them simpler, clearer, and easier to navigate.
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Recognition of Foreign Divorces in the Philippines
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Avery Hollow
“They turned an overwhelming situation into a process we could actually handle, with clarity.”
Justin Bravo
“Efficient, professional, and genuinely easy to work with throughout.”
Candice Brie
“A supportive team that delivered excellent results for our family.”
Frequently Asked Questions
We’ve gathered answers to the questions clients ask most, so you can feel informed, prepared, and confident as you take the next step.
Yes, if the marriage is legally recognised and either you or your spouse meets the Australian jurisdiction requirements.
Possibly. The Court states that a person living overseas may still be eligible to apply in Australia if either spouse meets the required connection to Australia.
You can still file in Australia if the jurisdiction requirements are satisfied. If it is a sole application, the documents generally must be served overseas at least 42 days before the hearing.
That depends on the country. If your spouse is in a Hague Service Convention country, the registrar of the Australian court can assist with the request for service.
No. The Court’s divorce process does not itself decide parenting, property, or maintenance issues. Those may need to be dealt with separately.
Generally, 12 months from the date the divorce becomes final, unless the Court grants leave to proceed out of time.
If the divorce was finalised after 13 February 2010, official proof of divorce can be downloaded from the Commonwealth Courts Portal at no cost.
Yes, although that moves beyond a simple divorce and may involve parenting or international family law issues. The Attorney-General’s Department notes that international family matters can significantly affect both parents and children.
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