{"id":24982,"date":"2024-08-25T13:22:36","date_gmt":"2024-08-25T12:22:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/international-separation-applications\/"},"modified":"2026-03-11T15:06:15","modified_gmt":"2026-03-11T14:06:15","slug":"international-separation-applications","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/international\/international-separation-applications\/","title":{"rendered":"Applying for an international separation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"s-section\">\n<div class=\"s-section-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"s-grid-toc_main gb-element-94926826\">\n<div class=\"s-section-sidebar\">\n<div class=\"s-sidebar-block-toc gb-element-bf14a539\">\n<p class=\"gb-text\">On this page<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right 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0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/international\/international-separation-applications\/#When_can_you_apply_for_an_international_separation_in_the_Netherlands\" >When can you apply for an international separation in the Netherlands?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/international\/international-separation-applications\/#What_do_you_need_to_arrange_before_you_can_apply_for_an_international_divorce\" >What do you need to arrange before you can apply for an international divorce?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/international\/international-separation-applications\/#How_do_the_legal_proceedings_for_an_international_divorce_proceed_step_by_step\" >How do the legal proceedings for an international divorce proceed step by step?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/international\/international-separation-applications\/#Which_matters_can_be_arranged_simultaneously_with_the_divorce\" >Which matters can be arranged simultaneously with the divorce?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/international\/international-separation-applications\/#How_long_does_an_international_divorce_take_and_what_are_the_costs\" >How long does an international divorce take and what are the costs?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/international\/international-separation-applications\/#Practical_examples\" >Practical examples<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/international\/international-separation-applications\/#What_does_an_international_family_law_lawyer_do_when_applying_for_an_international_separation\" >What does an international family law lawyer do when applying for an international separation?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/international\/international-separation-applications\/#Our_Attorneys_at_Law\" >Our Attorneys at Law<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/international\/international-separation-applications\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/international\/international-separation-applications\/#Trust_and_quality\" >Trust and quality<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/international\/international-separation-applications\/#Contact_us_for_an_initial_consultation\" >Contact us for an initial consultation<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-section-main s-stack-2xl gb-element-6c76d265\">\n<div class=\"s-content-block s-content-block--filled gb-element-15683c21 block-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"s-content-block-narrow\">\n<p class=\"gb-text gb-text-91da06c0\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Applying for an international separation<\/strong> is the legal process by which a marriage is dissolved through the court in a country that has jurisdiction under European regulations or private international law, followed by the registration of the ruling in the relevant countries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Before legal proceedings can be initiated, it must be determined which court has jurisdiction. This depends on the place of residence, nationality, and European regulations such as the <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/international\/which-court-has-jurisdiction\/\">Brussels II-ter Regulation<\/a>. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The applicable law determines which legal rules apply to alimony, division of assets, and prenuptial agreements; this does not necessarily have to be the law of the country where the legal proceedings are conducted.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An international divorce is handled via a petition to the court; in the case of a joint petition, both parties file the petition, while in a unilateral petition, the other party files a defense.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After the ruling, the divorce must be registered in the Personal Records Database (BRP) and sometimes also recognized in the country where the marriage was concluded.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Timely legal advice is essential in an international separation: the country that first registers valid legal proceedings may be declared to have jurisdiction. See also the <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/international\/divorce\/\">international divorce<\/a> page for the legal background. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Written by <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-team\/attorneys-at-law\/carla-simmelink\/\"><em>Carla Simmelink<\/em><\/a><em>, international family law lawyer at Simmelink Lawyers.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-content-block\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_can_you_apply_for_an_international_separation_in_the_Netherlands\"><\/span>When can you apply for an international separation in the Netherlands?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can apply for an international divorce in the Dutch court if the Netherlands has jurisdiction based on <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/international\/which-court-has-jurisdiction\/\">European jurisdictional rules<\/a>. This is possible in any case if: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>you or your partner habitually reside in the Netherlands<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>you had your last habitual residence together in the Netherlands and one of you still lives in the Netherlands<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>you have Dutch nationality and live in the Netherlands<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>you both have Dutch nationality, even if you live abroad<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In other situations, the Dutch court may have jurisdiction based on an additional nationality rule or a forum non conveniens assessment. Depending on the circumstances, it is important to assess in a timely manner in which country the legal proceedings can best be initiated, as this has consequences for alimony, division of assets, and parental authority. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you living in the Netherlands as an expat? Read more about the specific situation on the <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/international\/scheiden-als-expat\/\">divorce as an expat in the Netherlands<\/a> page. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-content-block\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_do_you_need_to_arrange_before_you_can_apply_for_an_international_divorce\"><\/span>What do you need to arrange before you can apply for an international divorce?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>An international divorce requires more preparation than a national divorce. Before the petition can be filed, the following questions must be answered: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Establishing jurisdiction<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Which judge has jurisdiction? This is determined on the basis of the Brussels II-ter Regulation (within the EU) or national rules of private international law (outside the EU). Jurisdiction depends on the habitual residence of the parties and their nationality. In many cases, the country that first registers valid legal proceedings has jurisdiction \u2014 acting promptly is essential.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Determining the applicable law<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Which legal system applies to the separation? The competent court does not automatically apply its own law. Based on the Rome III Regulation or national conflict rules, the law of another country may apply. In some situations, parties can make a choice of law themselves. The applicable law determines the rules for spousal alimony, division of assets, and prenuptial agreements.    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Collecting documents<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The following documents are generally required for international divorce legal proceedings:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>marriage certificate, translated and legalized if necessary<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>proof of nationality for both parties (passport or ID card)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>proof of habitual residence (BRP extract or comparable foreign document)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>prenuptial agreement, if applicable, with translation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>documents regarding joint children, if relevant to the legal proceedings<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on the country of origin of the documents, an apostille or legalization may be required. Your lawyer can inform you about the specific requirements for your situation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Choice: joint or unilateral petition<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A Dutch international divorce can be applied for as a joint petition (both parties file together) or as a unilateral petition (the petitioner starts the legal proceedings, the other party files a defense). In the case of a <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/divorce-separation\/\">joint petition<\/a>, the legal proceedings are generally simpler and faster. In a unilateral petition, a court procedure is necessary.  <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-content-block\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_the_legal_proceedings_for_an_international_divorce_proceed_step_by_step\"><\/span>How do the legal proceedings for an international divorce proceed step by step?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>An international divorce in the Netherlands proceeds through the following steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Consultation and jurisdictional analysis. <\/strong>In an initial meeting, we assess your situation: place of residence, nationalities, country of marriage, children, and assets. Based on this, we determine whether the Dutch court has jurisdiction and which law is applicable. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Establishing the applicable law. <\/strong>We analyze which legal system applies to alimony, division of assets, and prenuptial agreements. If a choice of law is possible, we discuss the advantages and disadvantages. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Collecting and translating documents. <\/strong>We inform you which documents are required and whether translation or legalization is necessary. Foreign certificates must sometimes be provided with an apostille. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Drafting and filing the petition. <\/strong>We draft the petition and file it with the competent Dutch court. In a joint petition, both parties sign; in a unilateral petition, the other party is summoned to file a defense. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Court proceedings. <\/strong>The judge handles the petition. In a joint petition without children, this is often a written procedure. In a unilateral petition or complex points of dispute, a hearing follows.  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Court ruling. <\/strong>The judge pronounces the divorce. The decree becomes final after the appeal period has expired, unless an appeal is lodged. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Registration in the BRP and possible recognition abroad. <\/strong>The divorce is registered in the Personal Records Database (BRP) of the municipality where you were married or registered. If the marriage was concluded abroad, recognition in that country may also be necessary. Within the EU, automatic recognition applies to many decisions under the Brussels II-ter Regulation; outside the EU, different rules apply.  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-content-block\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_matters_can_be_arranged_simultaneously_with_the_divorce\"><\/span>Which matters can be arranged simultaneously with the divorce?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In an international divorce, additional requests can be included in the same legal proceedings. This is more efficient and prevents conflicting rulings in different countries. Common ancillary requests include:  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/alimony\/\">International spousal alimony<\/a>: the amount and duration are determined by the applicable law, which may differ from the Dutch alimony system.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Parental authority and access to children: when children live in another country or a parent wishes to relocate, additional rules apply. See also the <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/international\/relocation\/\">relocation<\/a> page. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Division of assets: real estate, businesses, or bank accounts in multiple countries require a coordinated approach.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prenuptial agreements under foreign law: their validity and effect must be assessed based on the applicable law.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>An integrated approach prevents separate legal proceedings from having to be conducted in another country for each matter. Depending on the circumstances, this can significantly reduce the processing time and costs. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-content-block\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_an_international_divorce_take_and_what_are_the_costs\"><\/span>How long does an international divorce take and what are the costs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Processing time<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The processing time for an international divorce depends on the complexity of the case, the chosen legal proceedings, and the court. In the case of a joint petition without major points of dispute, the legal proceedings can take several months. In a unilateral petition or complex international elements, such as multiple legal systems or assets in multiple countries, the legal proceedings may take longer.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Preparation, including collecting and translating documents, usually takes extra time in international cases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Costs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The costs of an international divorce consist of court fees, lawyer fees, and potential costs for the translation and legalization of documents. Depending on the circumstances, costs for legal proceedings abroad may also play a role in the recognition of the ruling. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can read more information about costs and rates on the <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-approach\/rates\/\">legal costs<\/a> page. In some situations, there is an entitlement to funded legal aid (subsidized legal assistance). Your lawyer can assess whether this applies to your situation.  <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-content-block\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practical_examples\"><\/span>Practical examples<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Legal proceedings initiated in the Netherlands in case of a jurisdictional dispute<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In one case, we assisted a client where the other party had already initiated legal proceedings in another European country. By initiating valid legal proceedings in the Netherlands in a timely manner, the jurisdiction of the Dutch court could be secured. This had direct consequences for the applicable alimony rules and the division of assets. Timely legal action proved to be decisive for the further course of this case.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Documents from multiple countries, legal proceedings in the Netherlands<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In another case, the marriage was concluded in a country outside the EU. The required marriage certificate had to be legalized and translated before the petition could be filed. At the same time, it had to be determined whether the divorce would also be recognized in the country of marriage afterwards. By coordinating this in advance, the legal proceedings in the Netherlands proceeded without delay, and recognition abroad was arranged in a timely manner.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Joint petition with children in two countries<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In one case, one of the parents already lived abroad at the time of the petition. The parties wanted to initiate joint legal proceedings, but child alimony had to be determined based on the applicable law, which differed from the Dutch system. We identified which law applied, determined the alimony based on that, and included this in the joint petition, so that separate legal proceedings could be avoided.  <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-content-block\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_an_international_family_law_lawyer_do_when_applying_for_an_international_separation\"><\/span>What does an international family law lawyer do when applying for an international separation?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In an international divorce, legal guidance is not an option but a necessity: the jurisdictional and choice-of-law issues are too complex for a DIY approach. In practice, we provide: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>the analysis of jurisdiction and applicable law based on your specific situation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>collecting and checking the required documents, including guidance on translation and legalization<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>drafting and filing the petition with the competent court<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the coordination of ancillary requests such as alimony, parental authority, and division of assets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>guidance on registration in the BRP and possible recognition abroad<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This is general information and does not constitute individual legal advice. Every situation requires its own assessment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can read more about our working method in international cases on the <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/international\/lawyer\/\">international family law lawyer<\/a> page.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-advocaten-block\">\n<h2 class=\"gb-text\" id=\"advocaten\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Our_Attorneys_at_Law\"><\/span>Our Attorneys at Law<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Simmelink Lawyers team specializes in family law, International family law, and inheritance law.<br\/>The lawyers combine legal expertise with international experience.<br\/>Clients are guided by one dedicated lawyer who oversees the entire process and communicates discreetly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A specialized lawyer is essential in complex financial situations or international components.<br\/>Our goal: legally correct, enforceable agreements that bring peace and clarity.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3bd256ba\">\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-5dcdaabb gb-query-loop-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-b6d769df gb-query-loop-item post-23938 advocaat type-advocaat status-publish hentry\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b6d769df\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-7443210b\">\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-943d9da3\"><a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-team\/attorneys-at-law\/carla-simmelink\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carla-2-300x300.jpg\" class=\"gb-image-943d9da3\" alt=\"Carla Simmelink\" srcset=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carla-2-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carla-2-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carla-2-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carla-2.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-f2d3d794 gb-headline-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-team\/attorneys-at-law\/carla-simmelink\/\">Carla Simmelink &#8211; Family Law Attorney, International Family Law and Inheritance Law<\/a><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-9bf895f6 gb-headline-text\">Family Law Attorney, International Family Law and Inheritance Law<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-b6d769df gb-query-loop-item post-29865 advocaat type-advocaat status-publish hentry\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b6d769df\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-7443210b\">\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-943d9da3\"><a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-team\/attorneys-at-law\/valerie-lingg\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Valerie-1-300x300.jpg\" class=\"gb-image-943d9da3\" alt=\"Valerie Lingg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Valerie-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Valerie-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Valerie-1-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Valerie-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-f2d3d794 gb-headline-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-team\/attorneys-at-law\/valerie-lingg\/\">Valerie Lingg &#8211; Family Law Attorney, International Family Law<\/a><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-9bf895f6 gb-headline-text\">Family Law Attorney, International Family Law<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-b6d769df gb-query-loop-item post-23939 advocaat type-advocaat status-publish hentry\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b6d769df\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-7443210b\">\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-943d9da3\"><a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-team\/attorneys-at-law\/eva-zaunbrecher-bosschlo\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Eva-300x300.jpg\" class=\"gb-image-943d9da3\" alt=\"Eva Zaunbrecher\" srcset=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Eva-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Eva-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Eva-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Eva.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-f2d3d794 gb-headline-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-team\/attorneys-at-law\/eva-zaunbrecher-bosschlo\/\">Eva Zaunbrecher-Boschloo &#8211; Family Law Attorney, International Family Law<\/a><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-9bf895f6 gb-headline-text\">Lawyer at Law (International) Family Law<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-b6d769df gb-query-loop-item post-36349 advocaat type-advocaat status-publish hentry\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b6d769df\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-7443210b\">\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-943d9da3\"><a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-team\/attorneys-at-law\/sophia-sips\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Sophia-300x300.jpg\" class=\"gb-image-943d9da3\" alt=\"Sophia Sips\" srcset=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Sophia-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Sophia-1200x1200.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Sophia-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Sophia-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Sophia-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Sophia-2048x2048.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-f2d3d794 gb-headline-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-team\/attorneys-at-law\/sophia-sips\/\">Sophia Sips &#8211; Family Law Attorney<\/a><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-9bf895f6 gb-headline-text\">Family Law Attorney, International Family Law<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"s-quotes-block gb-element-b0365a51 testimonial-block\">\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"s-quote-card-icon gb-media-5cab658b testimonial-icon\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/quote.svg\" title=\"quote\">\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-text s-quote-card-text testimonial-text\"><em><em>Our lawyers are approachable, respond quickly, and keep you continuously informed about the progress of your case.<\/em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-text s-quote-card-author testimonial-author\">Mr. Carla Simmelink, lawyer<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-be249d49 s-margin-vert-xl s-content-block\">\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-bfdf1120 gb-headline-text gbp-section__headline\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-1e85dbd5 gb-accordion\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d1310856 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-19f7b745 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-19f7b745\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\"><strong><strong><strong><strong>How do I apply for an international divorce in the Netherlands?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-52e77243\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-52e77243\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-b299caa3 gb-headline-text\">You file a petition with the competent Dutch court. Prior to filing, it must be established that the Dutch court has jurisdiction under European regulations or national private international law. A lawyer drafts and files the petition. In a joint petition, both parties sign; in a unilateral petition, the other party is summoned.   <\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3600de9f gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-ba8b12fe gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-ba8b12fe\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\"><strong><strong><strong><strong>Do I need to hire a lawyer for an international divorce?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-54bea308\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-54bea308\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-784447a0 gb-headline-text\">In the Netherlands, a lawyer is mandatory for divorce legal proceedings through the court. In an international divorce, legal guidance is also substantively necessary due to jurisdictional and choice-of-law issues. An incorrect assessment of which court has jurisdiction or which law is applicable can have major financial consequences.  <\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d7e7a6c6 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-361ea87d gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-361ea87d\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\"><strong><strong><strong>Can I divorce in the Netherlands if I live abroad?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-c5948222\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-c5948222\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-51ced355 gb-headline-text\">That depends on your nationality and place of residence. If you have Dutch nationality and live in the Netherlands, or if you both have Dutch nationality, the Dutch court may have jurisdiction in many cases, even if you live abroad. A lawyer can assess whether the Netherlands is the correct jurisdiction based on your situation.  <\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-fc394c18 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-8dd43315 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-8dd43315\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>How long does it take for an international separation to be completed?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-d545942c\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d545942c\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-c9e904f9 gb-headline-text\">In the case of a joint petition without major points of dispute, legal proceedings usually take several months. Preparation, including collecting and translating documents, may require extra time in international cases. In a unilateral petition or complex international elements, the legal proceedings take longer. Depending on the circumstances, recognition abroad may also take extra time.   <\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-5baa3ddd gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-ace8823f gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-ace8823f\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>What if the other party lives abroad and does not cooperate?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-b06def1f\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b06def1f\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-ba96d7e5 gb-headline-text\">A unilateral petition is also possible if the other party lives abroad or does not want to cooperate. In that case, the other party is formally summoned via international service rules. The legal proceedings will take longer in that case. Depending on the situation, it can also be assessed whether a provisional measure is necessary, for example for alimony or parental authority, pending the legal proceedings.   <\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"s-content-block\">\n<h2 class=\"gb-text s-content-block\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Trust_and_quality\"><\/span>Trust and quality<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Simmelink Lawyers is affiliated with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.advocatenorde.nl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Dutch Bar Association<\/a>.<br\/>Read more about our <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/reviews\/\">reviews<\/a> or see how we work via our <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-approach\/\">working method<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-element-eab29512\">\n<div class=\"s-btn-group gb-element-7313c4f1\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Contact_us_for_an_initial_consultation\"><\/span>Contact us for an initial consultation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center s-fs-h5\">During an exploratory consultation, we discuss your situation, the jurisdictional question, and the expected steps in the legal proceedings. 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