Separation/Divorce

Posted by Sct16 (173 days ago)

Hi,

Do you need to be separated first before getting a divorce in HK?

If so, how long do you need to be seperated before filing for divorce?

Cheers

(I am based in Hong Kong)

Posted by Shoe Girl (173 days ago)

Provided both parties consent, you can apply to get divorced in HK after 12 months' separation.

(I am based in Hong Kong)

Posted by Jalous Uranus (173 days ago)

You don't need to be separated. You can use unreasonable behaviour.

(I am based in Hong Kong)

Posted by Sct16 (172 days ago)

Thank you.

Just one more question. How do you and where do you get Legal Aid from? I have seen a solicitor but they are to expensive and we do not have that much $$.

(I am based in Hong Kong)

Posted by Jalous Uranus (170 days ago)

Legal aid from the Legal Aid Dept. You may have to commence proceedings first. You will also have to satisfy the LAD's finance (means) test.

(I am based in Hong Kong)

Posted by Shoe Girl (170 days ago)

Actually, you can apply for Legal Aid before proceedings are commenced. You just tell them that you wish to apply for a divorce and see if you are eligible. Yes, you do have pass their means test. And you definitely have to be separated before you can apply for a divorce - unless you're a Muslim, of course.

(I am based in Hong Kong)

Posted by ldavy (169 days ago)

As far as I'm aware you have to be separated for two years and then both parties have to consent. If one party objects the other has to wait for longer unless they can prove unreasonable behaviour. To qualify for Legal Aid you have to have a ridiculously small amount of money.

(I am based in Hong Kong)

Posted by Sct16 (169 days ago)

Thank you everyone for the information. Greatly appreciated.

(I am based in Hong Kong)