Esteban Rada
Colombian attorney
www.lawyerscolombia.com
email: info@lawyerscolombia.com
telephone 57-311-7693976
Divorce in Colombia is governed by the Colombian Family Code and can be obtained through both mutual agreement or by one party filing for divorce without the consent of the other party.
To obtain a divorce by mutual agreement in Colombia, both spouses must agree to end the marriage and agree on the terms of their separation, including child custody, child support, division of assets, and spousal support if applicable. The agreement must be drafted in a document called an “agreement of separation,” which is signed by both parties and must be registered with a notary public. Once registered, the agreement has the same legal effects as a court decree of divorce.
If one party wishes to file for divorce without the consent of the other party, they can do so by filing a lawsuit before the competent family court. The grounds for divorce in Colombia include adultery, abandonment, mutual or irreparable breakdown of marriage, or any other serious violation of marital obligations. The party seeking the divorce must provide evidence supporting their claims. The court will then issue a divorce decree if it determines that the marriage has irreversibly broken down.
After obtaining a divorce in Colombia, both parties are free to remarry. The divorce decree must be registered with the Colombian Civil Registry to update the marital status of the spouses.
It is important to note that divorce proceedings in Colombia can be time-consuming and complex, and it is advisable to seek legal advice from a Colombian lawyer specialized in family law to ensure a smooth process and protect your interests.
Esteban Rada
Colombian attorney
www.lawyerscolombia.com
email: info@lawyerscolombia.com
telephone 57-311-7693976
