{"id":1524,"date":"2023-05-12T11:14:02","date_gmt":"2023-05-12T11:14:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.abogadosmarconsultores.com\/?p=1524"},"modified":"2023-05-12T11:16:09","modified_gmt":"2023-05-12T11:16:09","slug":"how-to-get-divorced-in-spain-complete-guide-2023","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.abogadosmarconsultores.com\/en\/how-to-get-divorced-in-spain-complete-guide-2023\/","title":{"rendered":"HOW TO GET DIVORCED: COMPLETE GUIDE 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Divorce is the legal procedure that ends the marriage, dissolving the legal ties between<br \/>\nspouses. But depending on the family or personal circumstances of the parties, the<br \/>\nprocedure may involve different steps.<\/p>\n<h2>How to get divorced in Spain? Steps to follow<\/h2>\n<p>As of 2005, in Spain,<strong> no cause is required to proceed with a divorce<\/strong>. The only requirement<br \/>\nfor divorce is that at least 3 months must have elapsed since the celebration of the marriage<br \/>\nto be dissolved. This amendment to the Civil Code and the Civil Procedure Act was passed<br \/>\nby Law 15\/2005 of 8 July 2005.<\/p>\n<p>However, once the decision to <strong>initiate divorce proceedings<\/strong> has been taken, certain steps<br \/>\nmust be taken in order to correctly carry out the legal proceedings before the corresponding<br \/>\ninstitution. According to the type of divorce in question.<\/p>\n<p>The following are <strong>the main steps to follow<\/strong> in order to get divorced in Spain.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-1528\" src=\"https:\/\/www.abogadosmarconsultores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/pexels-cottonbro-studio-4098230-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Complete Guide 2023\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.abogadosmarconsultores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/pexels-cottonbro-studio-4098230-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.abogadosmarconsultores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/pexels-cottonbro-studio-4098230-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.abogadosmarconsultores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/pexels-cottonbro-studio-4098230-1030x687.jpg 1030w, https:\/\/www.abogadosmarconsultores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/pexels-cottonbro-studio-4098230-1500x1000.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.abogadosmarconsultores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/pexels-cottonbro-studio-4098230-705x470.jpg 705w, https:\/\/www.abogadosmarconsultores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/pexels-cottonbro-studio-4098230-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Step 1. Identify the type of divorce<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The first step is so determine which type of the divorce is appropriate:<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf <strong>If both parties wish to divorce,<\/strong> the divorce is by mutual consent. It is a quicker,<br \/>\ncheaper, simpler and less emotionally draining separation for the both parties.<\/p>\n<p>1. If the parties are in full agreement on each point or clause, such as the<br \/>\nsettlement of assent or the custody regime, if there are children, they<br \/>\ncan go to the same lawyer.<\/p>\n<p>2. In the event that both parties wish divorce, but there are points on<br \/>\nwhich they cannot agree, it is necessary for each party to have a<br \/>\nseparate lawyer, as this is the best way to defend their rights.<\/p>\n<p>3. If there are no minor children in the marriage, the divorce can be<br \/>\nprocessed at the notary\u2019s office.<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf<strong> If the spouses cannot reach an agreement<\/strong>, the divorce is contentious. This<br \/>\nprocedure takes place only before the courts, and each of the parties must have their<br \/>\nown lawyer and solicitor.<\/p>\n<p>1. It is a more complex, slower, more costly process and generates great<br \/>\ntensions or emotional problems. There is usually resistance from one<br \/>\nof the parties.<\/p>\n<h2>Step 2. Hire a professional lawyer specializing in the area.<\/h2>\n<p>In order to initiate divorce proceedings in Spain it is necessary to be advised and<br \/>\nrepresented by a legal professional, and it is very important that the lawyer is a specialist in<br \/>\nthe area of divorce. Not only will he\/she know all the processes in detail. but he\/she will also<br \/>\nbe fully updated with every recent development of the legal regulations in the civil area.<\/p>\n<p>It is also very important that the lawyer generates sufficient confidence in you, as he or she<br \/>\nwill ultimately protect, defend and look after your interests and wellbeing.<\/p>\n<p>In addition, it is of great importance that he or she maintains excellent communication with you, so that you can<br \/>\nbe informed of the status of the proceedings and of the developments.<\/p>\n<p>The lawyer will tell you all the <strong>legal steps<\/strong> to follow in the process, according to each<br \/>\nparticular case. He will also provide you with all the <strong>advice and guidelines<\/strong> so that the divorce<br \/>\ncan be carried out in the best possible way.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1530 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.abogadosmarconsultores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/pexels-ekaterina-bolovtsova-6077797-1030x687.jpg\" alt=\"Complete Guide 2023\" width=\"1030\" height=\"687\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.abogadosmarconsultores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/pexels-ekaterina-bolovtsova-6077797-1030x687.jpg 1030w, https:\/\/www.abogadosmarconsultores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/pexels-ekaterina-bolovtsova-6077797-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.abogadosmarconsultores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/pexels-ekaterina-bolovtsova-6077797-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.abogadosmarconsultores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/pexels-ekaterina-bolovtsova-6077797-1500x1000.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.abogadosmarconsultores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/pexels-ekaterina-bolovtsova-6077797-705x470.jpg 705w, https:\/\/www.abogadosmarconsultores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/pexels-ekaterina-bolovtsova-6077797-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong>\u25cf If divorce by mutual consent:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>1. The couple explains to the lawyer the terms on which they wish to proceed<br \/>\nwith the divorce. In the event that each party has a different lawyer, the<br \/>\nprofessionals will help reach an agreement and proceed to draw up an<br \/>\nagreement.<\/p>\n<p>2. The lawyer drafts the settlement agreement.<\/p>\n<p>3. The application is filed with the court, together with the agreement. If there<br \/>\nare minor children, the Public Prosecutor\u2019s Office will intervene to verify that<br \/>\nthe minors are not affected.<\/p>\n<p>4. The agreement is ratified and the divorce decree is issued.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>\u25cf If the divorce is contentious:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>1. The spouse who wishes to initiate divorce proceedings will contact the lawyer,<br \/>\nexplain the terms of the divorce and the lawyer will draft the petition, which<br \/>\nwill be filed with the competent court.<\/p>\n<p>2. Once the lawsuit has been filed, the Court notifies the defendant for a<br \/>\nresponse.<\/p>\n<p>3. The trial period begins.<\/p>\n<p>4. Sentence is passed.<\/p>\n<h2>Step 3. Documents you must have.<\/h2>\n<p>In order to initiate a divorce action, in any of its types, it is necessary to present a series of<br \/>\n<strong>evidentiary documents,<\/strong> both of the marital relationship and of the other circumstances,<br \/>\naccording to the case.<\/p>\n<p>However, all divorces require<strong> the submission of the following documents:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Marriage Certificate.<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Birth certificate of children, if there are minor children.<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf The deeds of each of the movable or immovable properties, in case of joint<br \/>\nownership.<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Certificate of census registration of both parties or proof of matrimonial domicile.<\/p>\n<p>Once the lawyer has all the relevant documentation, according to the type of divorce, he or<br \/>\nshe can proceed to the court to file for divorce.<\/p>\n<h2><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-1534\" src=\"https:\/\/www.abogadosmarconsultores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/pexels-andrea-piacquadio-3760072-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Complete Guide 2023\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.abogadosmarconsultores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/pexels-andrea-piacquadio-3760072-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.abogadosmarconsultores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/pexels-andrea-piacquadio-3760072-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.abogadosmarconsultores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/pexels-andrea-piacquadio-3760072-1030x687.jpg 1030w, https:\/\/www.abogadosmarconsultores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/pexels-andrea-piacquadio-3760072-1500x1000.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.abogadosmarconsultores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/pexels-andrea-piacquadio-3760072-705x470.jpg 705w, https:\/\/www.abogadosmarconsultores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/pexels-andrea-piacquadio-3760072-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2>Divorce of a foreigner resident in Spain<\/h2>\n<p>In addition to the different types of divorce that exist in Spain, a special case arises when a<br \/>\n<strong>married couple of foreigners redefining Spain decide to terminate their relationship and wish<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>to apply for divorce <\/strong>within Spanish territory. THis is a case that involves different<br \/>\nprocedures.<\/p>\n<p>You can apply for divorce before the Spanish courts, <strong>as long as you live in Spain<\/strong>.You must<br \/>\npresent documentation proving the marital union and the existence of the minor children, if<br \/>\napplicable. When the divorce decree is issued, the court will order it to be entered in the<br \/>\nregistry books of the country where the marriage was contracted.<\/p>\n<p>If you are in a period of separation and have taken the decision to initiate divorce<br \/>\nproceedings, it is important to seek advice from lawyers who have the skills, knowledge and<br \/>\nprofessional ethics to give you peace of mind.<\/p>\n<p>At <strong>ABOGADOS MAR CONSULTORES<\/strong> we are experts in civil and family law. We have<br \/>\nmore than 25 years of experience offering peace of mind to our clients. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.abogadosmarconsultores.com\/contacto\/\"><strong>Contact us<\/strong><\/a>. With us<br \/>\nyou will get the support you need.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Divorce is the legal procedure that ends the marriage, dissolving the legal ties between spouses. But depending on the family or personal circumstances of the parties, the procedure may involve different steps. How to get divorced in Spain? Steps to follow As of 2005, in Spain, no cause is required to proceed with a divorce. 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