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Divorce for British-Filipinos?

Discussion in 'Relationship Advice' started by Ghianne, Oct 17, 2016.

  1. bigmac
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    bigmac Well-Known Member Trusted Member

    I divorced my previous wife ...2 years with her consent. I did it all myself. The court fee was £450..Which included the £50 fee for the decree absolute...Which is what I think you are referring to. This was in 2013.
  2. APH2016
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    Of course she will become a bigamist when her marriage in the U.S. get forwarded to Philippines and entered in NSO records then she will be liable for bigamy if anyone is aware of it.

  3. APH2016
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    Philippine citizens can only go through annulment. If married to a foreigner, the foreign spouse can divorce without any problem. Then the Filipino spouse will only have to forward the divorce papers for recognition under Philippine law. But Filipino spouse can never file for a divorce as it will never be recognise under Philippine law.

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  4. APH2016
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    Technically, there's another way 'round it, if the former Philippine citizen acquires other nationality and did not obtain dual citizenship, He/She is no longer linked to their Philippine documentation. After obtaining another citizenship, there's Deedpoll and you can change your name so long as you don't use your changed name for fraudulent purposes like money laundering or any other crime you intend to commit, then this is the safest way to do it. If you have dual nationality, this does not apply I'm afraid! And if you decided to go back and live in the Philippines, then you may find yourself in trouble if you have done any crime in the past. Going for a holiday will not put you at risk but going back to settle maybe!
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  5. Catherine
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    Catherine New Member

    Hi,
    I’m on a study visa here in the UK, how can I file a divorce for my Filipino exhusband? You said your wife had done it.. Hope you don’t mind.
  6. bigmac
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    bigmac Well-Known Member Trusted Member

    I would suggest you seek advice from a UK divorce solicitor..that's what my wife did...especially if there are children or property involved.

    Do you know your husband's whereabouts?
  7. Catherine
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    Hi,
    Before I do that, is it possible to file a divorce here even if I’m on study visa and not a permanent resident here? I’m not sure where exactly he is right now, but he’s in the Phil.
  8. bigmac
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    bigmac Well-Known Member Trusted Member

    Yes ..you can file for divorce in the UK while on a student visa..my..now..wife did just that. But you will need an address for your husband..to receive the papers.
  9. bigmac
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    In any event..be aware it will not be recognised in the Philippines..you will still be married there...and it will cost you some money in fees. So..why bother ?
  10. Catherine
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    Hi,
    I think he’s staying in his old address. The place we used to lived before..how much will it cost? How long will it takes? Is it really possible to file a divorce here?
  11. bigmac
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    bigmac Well-Known Member Trusted Member

    Yes you really can file in the UK. Costs depends on whether you use a solicitor or do it yourself.
  12. Catherine
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    With my financial status, I don’t think I can do it with solicitor. My earnings are all gone for my children. Do yo know the website for filing a divorce? I mean how to do it on my own?
  13. bigmac
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    Yes you really can file in the UK. Costs depends on whether you use a solicitor or do it yourself.
    If you do it yourself the court fee is now £550. As you have children I would strongly suggest you take legal advice.
    I'm not sure what you mean by earnings. I didn't think student visas allowed working any more.
  14. Catherine
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    I’m working as well but 20 hrs per week only during term time..how long the process will take?
  15. bigmac
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    It woll take at least 3 months.your husband will have to complete sign and return the divorce papers.is he in agreement about this ? You will need to show arrangements for your kids.

    Just find the address of your local family court..you can get all the forms there.
  16. Catherine
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    He knows nothing about this yet.. but he has his own family now, new wife and new son. At first, I planned to get my children together with him so that I my children won’t be denied to come here as my dependent..
  17. bigmac
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    he certainly does not have a new wife--you are still his wife. do not start divorce proceedings until you have discussed this with him.

    how long have you lived in the UK on a student visa ? what is your immigration status now ? are you thinking of applying to bring your children to the UK?
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  18. Catherine
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    Hi, I’ve been here for 8months now. I don’t have contact with him. I only have contact with his eldest brother, who agreed with me petition my children together with him, to make sure that my children won’t be denied. I’m still on study visa, which will expire sept next year.
  19. Catherine
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    Catherine New Member

    If my divorce here will be granted, then I’ll be single again here , right? But I still have to file annulment in my country...
  20. bigmac
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    i wasnt aware students coming over since 2012 were permitted to work..but thats another story.

    the only way you can bring you kids over--is with a settlement visa. which means you have to be settled yourself--or be married to a settled person ( your sponsor ). this will cost your sponsor ££ thousands in visa fees--and a good salary and a home suitable for accommodation.
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