Navigating the process of ending a marriage can be daunting, especially when the union was solemnized in the Philippines but the parties now reside in a country that permits divorce. A common scenario occurs when a couple is married in the philippines but divorced in the us. Because the Philippines does not have a domestic divorce law, many assume
Can a Foreign Divorce Be Recognized in the Philippines? A Comprehensive Guide
For many Filipinos residing abroad, the intersection of foreign divorce laws and Philippine family law creates a significant amount of confusion. One of the most frequent queries involves a divorce in US but married in the Philippines. Under the Civil Code, Philippine laws regarding family status follow Filipino citizens wherever they go.The Crit