If an American citizen got married out of the country to an alien and never registered the marriage in the US, how do they get their divorce finalized?
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If an American citizen got married out of the country to an alien and never registered the marriage in the US, how do they get their divorce finalized?
Asked on March 31, 2012 under Family Law, Michigan
Answers:
Christopher Vaughn-Martel / VAUGHN-MARTEL LAW
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
So long as your marriage is recognized in the jurisdiction where it was solemnized, it will be recognized in your state of residence for the purpose of obtaining a divorce. You should reach out to an attorney to assist you.
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
The United States recognizes a foreign marriage as long as the marriage was legal in the country in which it was performed. You do not register the marriage here in the US. There is no such thing as foreign registration. You would just get divorced in the state in which you now reside. I would, though, attach a copy of your marriage document to the divorce petition for good measure. But it is not absolutely necessary. Good luck.
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