{"id":35341,"date":"2026-03-02T20:54:19","date_gmt":"2026-03-02T19:54:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/family-law\/international\/divorce-lawyer\/"},"modified":"2026-03-02T22:22:36","modified_gmt":"2026-03-02T21:22:36","slug":"divorce-lawyer","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/international\/divorce-lawyer\/","title":{"rendered":"Divorce lawyer"},"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 ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" 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>International division of assets<\/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\/divorce-lawyer\/#International_maintenance_and_children\" >International maintenance and children<\/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\/divorce-lawyer\/#Recognition_of_a_foreign_divorce\" >Recognition of a foreign divorce<\/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\/divorce-lawyer\/#How_do_we_guide_international_divorces\" >How do we guide international divorces?<\/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\/divorce-lawyer\/#Case_examples_from_international_files\" >Case examples from international files<\/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\/divorce-lawyer\/#Our_Attorneys_at_Law\" >Our Attorneys at Law<\/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\/divorce-lawyer\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/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\/divorce-lawyer\/#Trust_and_quality\" >Trust and quality<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/international\/divorce-lawyer\/#Schedule_a_consultation\" >Schedule a 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\">In brief<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An international divorce lawyer guides divorces involving multiple countries or legal systems. This includes expats, different nationalities, or assets located abroad. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In international divorces, the following often play a role:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>jurisdiction of the court<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>applicable law<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Brussels II-ter Regulation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>recognition of foreign rulings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>international maintenance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>cross-border division of assets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>multiple competent courts and strategic filing order<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>application of European regulations such as Brussels II-ter<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>International cases require careful legal analysis and strategic choices.<\/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_is_a_divorce_considered_international\"><\/span>When is a divorce considered international?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A divorce is international when a cross-border element is present.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This may be the case, for example, when:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>you or your partner live abroad;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>you have different nationalities;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>you reside in the Netherlands as an expat;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>you were married abroad;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>there are assets or a business in multiple countries.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In such situations, it must first be determined which court has jurisdiction and which law is applicable. You can find a more general explanation of this on the page about <br\/><strong>international divorce<\/strong>:<br\/><a>https:\/\/www.simmelink.nl\/familierecht\/internationaal\/echtscheiding\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are living in the Netherlands as an expat and considering a divorce, questions may arise regarding jurisdiction, applicable law, and recognition abroad. Read more about divorcing as an expat in the Netherlands:  <br\/><a>https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/familierecht\/internationaal\/scheiden-als-expat\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is general information and does not constitute individual legal advice. Every situation requires its own assessment.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-content-block\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_judge_has_jurisdiction\"><\/span>Which judge has jurisdiction?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The first question in an international separation is which court has the jurisdiction to grant the divorce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Which court has jurisdiction in an international divorce depends on international regulations such as Brussels IIb and the habitual residence. Read more here about the competent court in international divorce: <br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/international\/which-court-has-jurisdiction\/\">https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/familierecht\/internationaal\/welke-rechter-bevoegd\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Within the European Union, the Brussels II-ter Regulation often applies. Outside the EU, other treaties or national rules may apply. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Habitual residence<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In many cases, the habitual residence of one or both spouses is decisive. This may mean that the Dutch court has jurisdiction, even if the marriage was concluded abroad. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can read more about international jurisdictional issues within the cluster<br\/><strong>international family law<\/strong>:<br\/><a>https:\/\/www.simmelink.nl\/familierecht\/internationaal\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Multiple competent courts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It frequently happens that multiple courts have jurisdiction. In that case, the order of filing can be relevant. This requires a strategic assessment.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When multiple courts have jurisdiction, the order of filing can be decisive. This is also known as a &#8220;race to the court.&#8221; A further explanation of jurisdiction can be found here:  <br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/international\/which-court-has-jurisdiction\/\">https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/familierecht\/internationaal\/welke-rechter-bevoegd\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In some situations, it may be advisable to have an independent assessment carried out via a second opinion in international family law:<br\/><a>https:\/\/www.simmelink.nl\/werkwijze\/second-opinion\/<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-content-block\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_laws_apply\"><\/span>Which laws apply?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Jurisdiction does not automatically mean that Dutch law applies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In international divorce cases, it may occur that foreign law applies, even when the Dutch court has jurisdiction. You can read more about which law applies in an international divorce at:<br\/> <br\/> <br\/> <br\/><a>https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/familierecht\/internationaal\/toepasselijk-recht\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In international divorces:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>a Dutch court may apply foreign law;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a foreign court may apply Dutch law.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The applicable law can have consequences for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>partner maintenance;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>division of assets;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>pension rights;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>prenuptial agreement.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on the circumstances, European regulations or national conflict-of-law rules apply.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-content-block\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"International_division_of_assets\"><\/span>International division of assets<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When assets are located in multiple countries, the settlement often becomes more complex.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Think of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>real estate abroad;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>an international holding structure;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>foreign bank accounts;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>cross-border pension rights.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In the case of corporate structures or director-major shareholder (DGA) positions, additional Dutch law may play a role. For national situations, you can read more about this on the page <br\/><strong>divorce lawyer<\/strong>:<br\/><a>https:\/\/www.simmelink.nl\/familierecht\/scheidingsadvocaat\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>International asset issues require an integrated approach in which jurisdiction, applicable law, and enforceability are assessed together.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-content-block\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"International_maintenance_and_children\"><\/span>International maintenance and children<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When children are involved and parents live in different countries, additional questions may arise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When one parent wishes to move abroad with a child, consent from the other parent may be required or a judicial assessment may follow. Read more about moving abroad with a child (relocation): <br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/international\/relocation\/\">https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/familierecht\/internationaal\/relocation\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>which court decides on child maintenance;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>how partner maintenance is enforced internationally;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>how a foreign judgment is recognized.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Specific recognition rules apply within the EU. Outside the EU, this depends on treaties and national legislation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In child-related matters, diligence is paramount. The court always assesses what is in the best interests of the child within the applicable legal framework. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-content-block\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recognition_of_a_foreign_divorce\"><\/span>Recognition of a foreign divorce<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Were you divorced abroad and do you want recognition in the Netherlands? Or vice versa? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In many cases, foreign divorces are recognized, provided they meet certain conditions. This may be relevant for: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>registration in the records;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>pension rights;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>consequences regarding property law;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a new marriage.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The requirements vary by country and 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=\"How_do_we_guide_international_divorces\"><\/span>How do we guide international divorces?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>International divorces require a structured approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Analysis of international elements<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Nationalities, places of residence, date of marriage, assets, and any foreign proceedings are mapped out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Jurisdictional test<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We investigate which court has jurisdiction and which route is legally appropriate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Determining applicable law<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We analyze which law applies to the divorce and ancillary provisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Scenario comparison<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Consultation, mediation, or litigation are carefully weighed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Guidance during consultation or proceedings<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on the circumstances, we guide you through negotiations or in court.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You will have one dedicated lawyer who maintains the overview and coordinates the international aspects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/contact\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"12227\">Schedule a consultation<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-content-block\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Case_examples_from_international_files\"><\/span>Case examples from international files<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Expat family with multiple competent courts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In one case, we assisted a family where both spouses had different nationalities and had lived in two European countries. Both the Netherlands and another EU country appeared to have jurisdiction to rule on the divorce. The question of which court was approached first could influence the applicable law and the further proceedings.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By first carefully analyzing the habitual residence and the relevant European regulations, it became clear which legal route was most appropriate. We also investigated how a potential judgment would be recognized in both countries. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This situation illustrates that timing and jurisdictional analysis are essential in international divorces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Entrepreneur with an international holding structure<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We assisted a client with a Dutch holding company and foreign subsidiaries. The marriage was concluded abroad, while the family later lived in the Netherlands. As a result, questions regarding international jurisdiction as well as applicable matrimonial property law played a role.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The analysis looked not only at the divorce itself but also at the valuation of foreign assets and the feasibility of cross-border agreements. In international corporate structures, it is important that legal choices align with fiscal and practical reality. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In international cases, we regularly see that an early jurisdictional analysis is decisive for the further course of action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Foreign divorce with recognition request in the Netherlands<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In another case, the divorce had already been granted in a non-EU country. The client wanted clarity on recognition in the Netherlands, partly in connection with property law consequences and a planned new marriage. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We investigated whether the foreign judgment met Dutch recognition requirements and what additional documentation was needed. Factors included whether both parties had been correctly summoned and whether the procedure had been conducted diligently. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>International recognition issues require a precise assessment of both foreign and Dutch rules.<\/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>When do I need an international divorce lawyer?<\/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\">When your divorce contains a cross-border element, such as different nationalities or residence in multiple countries. In such cases, international jurisdictional and legal rules play a role. <\/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>Can I divorce in the Netherlands if my partner lives abroad?<\/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 many cases this is possible, for example when you have your habitual residence in the Netherlands. This depends on international rules and your specific situation. <\/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>Which law applies in the case of different nationalities?<\/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\">This is determined on the basis of international conflict-of-law rules and any choices of law made. Every situation requires a separate assessment. <\/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>Will a Dutch divorce be recognized abroad?<\/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\">Within the EU, recognition is often regulated. Outside the EU, this depends on treaties and national legislation. <\/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=\"Schedule_a_consultation\"><\/span>Schedule a consultation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">During an initial meeting, we map out, among other things:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>in which countries you and your partner are legally connected;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>which court may have jurisdiction;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>which law is likely to apply;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>which routes are possible: consultation, mediation, or litigation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">You will receive insight into your legal position and the next steps.<br\/>This is an exploratory meeting and not the start of a procedure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"gb-text s-btn-primary s-btn--small\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/contact\/\">Schedule a consultation<\/a>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-text\">Or contact us by phone via: <a href=\"tel:+31303078732\">030 &#8211; 30 787 32<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-34ac26a6\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-34ce7bbc\">\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-7a1d0082\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"93\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-7a1d0082\" src=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/nederlandse-orde-van-advocaten-logo-300x93.png\" alt=\"Logo of the Dutch Bar Association\" title=\"Logo of the Dutch Bar Association\" srcset=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/nederlandse-orde-van-advocaten-logo-300x93.png 300w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/nederlandse-orde-van-advocaten-logo.png 340w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-7b78af02\">\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-cae6833a\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-cae6833a\" src=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/RaadvRechtspraak.svg\" alt=\"\" title=\"RaadvJustice\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-07670684\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"340\" height=\"105\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-07670684\" src=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/raad-voor-rechtsbijstand-high-trust-logo.png\" alt=\"Council for Legal Aid High Trust Logo\" title=\"Council for Legal Aid High Trust Logo\" srcset=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/raad-voor-rechtsbijstand-high-trust-logo.png 340w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/raad-voor-rechtsbijstand-high-trust-logo-300x93.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 340px) 100vw, 340px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>On this page In brief An international divorce lawyer guides divorces involving multiple countries or legal systems. This includes expats, different nationalities, or assets located abroad. In international divorces, the following often play a role: International cases require careful legal analysis and strategic choices. When is a divorce considered international? 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