OBTAINING LEGAL ASSISTANCE IN RECOGNISING A DIVORCE IN UKRAINE THAT WAS REGISTERED IN THE UNITED KINGDOM ✅ FAMILY LAW ✅ SERVICES

Actions of the lawyer:

study of the divorce decree issued in the United Kingdom;
verification of whether the decree meets the requirements for recognition in Ukraine (presence of an apostille, finality of the decree, etc.);
assessment of the possible procedure for recognition (through establishment of facts or through a procedure for recognition and enforcement of the decision);
preparation of a written legal opinion indicating the legal mechanisms, deadlines and recommendations.

Actions of the lawyer:

providing the client with a list of necessary documents;
verifying the correctness of the court decision (whether there is an apostille);
organising the translation of the decision and other documents into Ukrainian with notarisation;
drawing up a power of attorney (if necessary) to represent the client's interests in Ukraine.

Lawyer's actions:

preparation of a statement of claim to a Ukrainian court (for recognition of a foreign decision or establishment of the fact of divorce);
submission of documents to the court in Ukraine;
representation by a procedural representative in court (in Ukraine);
informing the client about the progress of the case and sending a copy of the decision.

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Recognition in Ukraine of a divorce registered in the United Kingdom

After divorcing in the United Kingdom, Ukrainian citizens often need to have their divorce recognised in Ukraine so that their new legal status is valid in Ukrainian state authorities. Without going through the procedure of recognition of a foreign court decision, the marriage will be considered valid in Ukraine, which may lead to legal difficulties with remarriage, inheritance or property issues.

The Consultant legal marketplace provides full support for the procedure of recognising a British court decision on divorce in Ukraine through a Ukrainian court by establishing a fact that has legal significance or by recognising and granting permission to enforce a foreign court decision.

How is a divorce registered in the United Kingdom recognised?

The procedure for recognising a foreign decision includes applying to a Ukrainian court with the relevant statement. Our lawyers:

prepare a statement on the recognition of a foreign court decision;
provide translation of documents with an apostille;
represent the client's interests in a Ukrainian court;
accompany the process until the final decision is obtained.

This allows you to fully legalise a divorce registered in the UK in Ukraine in accordance with the rules of private international law.

What documents are required for the recognition of a foreign divorce in Ukraine?

To apply to a Ukrainian court, you must have:

a copy of the British court decision on divorce with an apostille;
a translation into Ukrainian, certified in accordance with the requirements;
documents confirming the citizenship and legal interest of the applicant;
documents confirming that the decision has entered into force (if this is not stated in the decision itself).

Our team of consultants will:

check that all documents are correct;
organise legalisation and translation;
provide full legal support for the court proceedings in Ukraine.

Is it necessary to recognise a divorce in Ukraine?

Yes, if you are a citizen of Ukraine and want your divorce to be officially recognised in Ukraine.

This is especially important in the following cases:

registration of a remarriage in Ukraine;
registration of inheritance rights;
resolution of property or family issues in Ukrainian courts or state institutions.

Without such recognition, Ukrainian state authorities will consider the marriage to be ongoing, even if it was terminated abroad.

Conclusion

Legal support in recognising a divorce registered in the United Kingdom in Ukraine is an important procedure for confirming your new marital status. The Consultant team guarantees a comprehensive approach: from document analysis to full representation in Ukrainian courts.