What to do if my ex wants a copy of my passport?
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What to do if my ex wants a copy of my passport?
I married a German citizen 7 years ago. She filed for divorce 3 years later and the divorced was granted. She then returned to Germany and contacted me a few weeks ago asking me for a copy of my passport. She said that she need it so Germany will recognize our divorce in the US. Could this be true?
Asked on January 13, 2013 under Family Law, Louisiana
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Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
I would not give your "ex" a copy of your own passport. If German officials want documentation to prove that the marriage is over get a certified copy of the dissolution order between you two from the county clerk in the county where the dissolution happened and send her it. The dissolution decree is a public record. Your passport is not.
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