Divorce in Ukraine, without the trip
If your marriage was registered in Ukraine or your spouse lives there, we file, attend hearings and obtain the court decision for you — then prepare it with an apostille for use in the US, Canada or the EU.
Travel to Ukraine
Not required in most cases
Typical timeline
2–6 months
Format
Legal agreement signed remotely
Language
Updates in English
Overview
When a Ukrainian divorce applies to you
A divorce abroad does not always end a marriage in Ukrainian registries. If the marriage, your spouse, your children or your property are in Ukraine, a Ukrainian decision is often the simplest and safest route.
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Your marriage was registered in Ukraine
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Your spouse lives in Ukraine
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You own property or have children in Ukraine
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Your foreign divorce must be recognised in Ukraine
Your options
Three routes to a divorce, depending on your situation
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Through the civil registry
For spouses who both agree and have no minor children. Faster and fully out of court.
Usually 1–2 months
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Uncontested court divorce
When you agree but have minor children, or one spouse cannot appear. We handle the hearing for you.
Usually 2–4 months
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Contested divorce
When your spouse objects or there are disputes about children or property. We represent you at every hearing and on appeal.
From 4–6 months
How it works
How your divorce moves forward
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Consultation
We review your situation and confirm the right route.
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Legal agreement
You sign remotely; we confirm the scope and fee in writing.
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Filing
We prepare the claim and file it with the court or civil registry.
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Hearings
We attend for you and report back in English after each step.
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Decision & apostille
You receive the decision with apostille and certified translation.
What we need from you
A short list of documents to begin
- Passport (copy)
- Ukrainian tax number, if you have one
- Marriage certificate
- Children's birth certificates
- Your spouse's last known address
- Documents on shared property, if relevant
Scans are enough to start. We tell you if any document needs an apostille or translation, and arrange it if you prefer.
Related services
Often handled together
International parental child abduction
Hague Convention return and access cases involving Ukraine.
Common-law relationships
Property and inheritance rights for partners who were not married.
Property division
Dividing apartments, land and businesses in Ukraine.
FAQ
What clients ask before filing
Not covered here? Ask an attorney directly during your consultation.
How much does a divorce cost?
Can custody and property be decided in the same case?
Will the decision be valid in the US or Canada?
What if my spouse does not agree?
Can I get divorced in Ukraine if I live abroad?
Let's put an end to the uncertainty.
Tell us about your matter. An experienced attorney will review it and lay out your options — clearly and in English. We always see the matter through to the end.
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Results & Client Voices
Outcomes our clients felt from abroad
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