How to file for Annulment in the Philippines while abroad
If you need to know how to file for Annulment in Philippines while abroad, this article should provide you with all the information that you need.
I’m often asked by people, “Can I file for an annulment abroad?” or “Can I do the annulment process in the Philippines without appearance? or
Typically, people who ask this question are Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) with a Spouse in the Philippines.
While the process is generally the same with a few additional requirements,.
This article discusses:
- Residency Requirements for the Petitioner and Respondent;
- How to prove residency
- The Annulment Process when you’re overseas, including how to file and how Testimony is handled from abroad
- The Annulment Process if your Spouse is abroad and you are in the Philippines
- The Annulment Process in the Philippines without appearance
You’ll have a pretty good idea of whether or not you can file for Annulment abroad by the end of this article. You can also get in touch with us to discuss your particular concerns.
Contents
- Can I file for Annulment in the Philippines even if I am abroad?
- What are the Residency Requirements for an Annulment case?
- Why do Residency Requirements for an Annulment case need to be accurate?
- What are the documents required to prove Residency for an Annulment in the Philippines?
- What is the Annulment Process if I am overseas?
- How do I file for Annulment in the Philippines while I am abroad?
- How can I sign the paperwork to file an Annulment in the Philippines if I am abroad?
- Is there an Annulment Process in the Philippines without appearance?
- What is the Annulment process when the Respondent is overseas and I live in the Philippines?
- What can I expect when filing an Annulment case in the Philippines?
Can I file for Annulment in the Philippines even if I am abroad?
Caption Filing an Annulment case in the Philippines while living or working abroad is doable
Yes, you can file for Annulment abroad if you are not living in the Philippines at the time.
We are often asked about this by Overseas Foreign Workers (OFWs) who have worked in another country for years and who have a Spouse in the Philippines.
We also get asked by Filipino emigrants who were married in the Philippines and migrated abroad with their families. They may have then separated with one spouse returning to the Philippines to live.
Annulment while abroad is the correct case to file in these situations since both of the spouses are Filipino.
If one of the Spouses is a foreigner on the other hand, it is better to divorce abroad and then recognize this valid foreign divorce through a Recognition of Foreign Divorce court case.
[1] You can also file a case for Declaration of Nullity of Marriage.
What are the Residency Requirements for an Annulment case?
Caption It is important to know the current addresses or the Residency of the Parties before filing an Annulment in the Philippines while living abroad.
An Annulment case can be filed from abroad as long as the other Spouse (the Respondent) has resided in the Philippines 6 months before the date of filing. The case must be filed in the province or city where one of the Spouses lives.
It is important to understand that an Annulment case filed at the wrong city or province will be dismissed by the court before it even goes to trial. That situation will
So, even if the Petitioner no longer lives in the Philippines, Annulment case can be filed in the Family Court of the Philippine province or city where the other Spouse lives.
The same applies to a Non-Resident who happens to be in the country. He can file for Annulment in the city where he or she may be found in the Philippines.
“The Petition shall be filed in the Family Court of the province or city where the petitioner or the respondent has been residing for at least six months prior to the date of filing. Or in the case of non-resident respondent, where he may be found in the Philippines, at the election of the petitioner.”
– Rule on Declaration of Absolute Nullity of Void Marriages and Annulment of Voidable Marriages
Why do Residency Requirements for an Annulment case need to be accurate?
Caption Philippine Annulment cases are heard in the Family Court.
Residency Requirements for Annulment require that both Spouses current addresses are listed in the Petition for Annulment and that at least one of the Spouses has lived in a Philippine city 6 months prior to filing.
The court where the case is filed will check if these addresses are correct or true. The court verifies the addresses shortly after the Annulment case is filed. It sends a Notice and Summons to the other Spouse (the Respondent) at his given address through the Court Sheriff or the Process Server.
This Notice and Summons must be received by the Spouse so it is really important that the correct address is given.
If the court discovers that the addresses are not accurate or if one of the Spouses has NOT lived for 6 months in an area where the court has jurisdiction, then the court willdismiss the Annulment case outright.
If the court is able to verify the addresses and if one of the Spouses has lived for 6 months in an area where the court has jurisdiction, then the case will continue.
What are the documents required to prove Residency for an Annulment in the Philippines?
A house sketch can be added to the Sworn Certificate of Residency when filing for Annulment if it is certified by the appropriate authority.
The Petitioner must also show proof of where he or she lives. The Supreme Court has issued firm rules for proving the Petitioner’s residence.
Certificates of Residency from the Barangay or its equivalent, utility bills and bank statements in the Petitioner’s name are examples of proof of the Petitioner’s residency. A list of the documents needed for Proof of Residency when filing for Annulment in the Philippines is:
(1) Sworn Certification of Residency (with house location sketch) issued by the Barangay [or its equivalent if the Petitioner lives abroad];
(2) Sworn Statement of Counsel of Record that he/she has personally verified Petitioner’s Residency and that the Petitioner had been residing there for at least six (6) months prior to the filing of the Petition; and
(3) any, but not limited to, the following supporting documents:
- Utility bills in the name of the Petitioner for at least six (6) months prior to the filing of the Petition;
- Government-issued I.D. or Company I.D., bearing the photograph and address of the Petitioner and issued at least six (6) months prior to the filing of the Petition;
- Notarized Lease Contract, if available, and/or receipts for Rental Payments (bearing the address of the Petitioner) for at least six (6) months prior to the filing of the Petition;
- Transfer Certificate of Title, Tax Declaration, Deed of Sale and the like, in the name of the Petitioner where he/she resides
If the Petitioner is filing the Annulment while abroad, then the addresses shown would have to be his foreign address.
For the Respondent, the only requirement is the current address. Remember that this address must be accurate because the Court will check to see if the Respondent really lives there.
What is the Annulment Process if I am overseas?
If the person filing the case (the Petitioner) is abroad, the Annulment process is generally the same except for the preparation of documents and the testimony of the Petitioner.
I’ll explain this in more detail in the following 3 sections:
1. How do I file for Annulment in the Philippines while I am abroad?
2. How can I sign the paperwork to file an Annulment in the Philippines if I am abroad?
3. Is there an Annulment Process in the Philippines without appearance?
The lawyer needs honest and complete answers in order to correctly assess an Annulment case in the Philippines.
If the person filing the case (the Petitioner) is abroad, the Annulment process is generally the same except for the preparation of documents and the testimony of the Petitioner.
I’ll explain this in more detail in the following 3 sections:
- How do I file for How to begin the process for Annulment in the Philippines while abroad?
- How can I sign the paperwork to file an Annulment in the Philippines if I am abroad?
- Is there an Annulment Process in the Philippines without appearance?
The lawyer needs honest and complete answers in order to correctly assess an Annulment case in the Philippines.
How do I file for Annulment in the Philippines while I am abroad?
The lawyer needs honest and complete answers to correctly assess an Annulment case in the Philippines.
The first step is to engage a lawyer in the Philippines so that he can determine the correct grounds for Annulment and draft the necessary documents.
First, your lawyer will review the facts of your situation to determine the legal bases for a case of Annulment or Declaration of Nullity of Marriage. This includes making sure your grounds for Annulment are valid.
If you are not sure what the grounds for Annulment of Marriage in the Philippines are, you can check my article The difference between Legal Separation and Annulment in the Philippines for more information.
Communication and engagement with a lawyer here can be done remotely over video conference, email, Viber / WhatsApp, and other social media tools even if you are not in the Philippines.
The interviews that both the lawyer and the necessary Psychologist have to do with the client can be done over Skype, Zoom, or other platforms.
From these interviews, your lawyer will draft the Petition, the Affidavits, and the Authorization to appear on your behalf which have to be filed to initiate the Annulment case. These will then be emailed to you so that you can check and correct any details before you sign them and have them Notarized.
Your lawyer should also include instructions on how to authenticate these documents either through Consularization or through Apostille. Read more about this below.
You will then need to send these documents back to the lawyer via DHL or FedEx so they can be filed with the correct court.
How can I sign the paperwork to file an Annulment in the Philippines if I am abroad?
Annulment documents and papers signed abroad have to be legalized in the country of origin and in the Philippines
The court documents prepared by your lawyer will need to be signed by you and Notarized.
The question thus becomes, how do you have these documents for an Annulment in the Philippines Notarized while abroad?
There are generally two options for how to do this.
One option is to go to the Philippine Embassy or Consulate where you are living and have your documents Notarized there. These documents will be considered validly Notarized for the Philippines.
Another option is to Apostille your documents.
So long as you live in an Apostille Treaty Member Country like the United States, Norway, or Japan, you can have your documents Notarized by a local Notary and then Apostilled in that country.
An Apostille is a special process of Authentication for international documents. A document authenticated in this way will also be deemed validly Notarized by the Philippines.
You can check to see if your country is an Apostille Treaty Member Country here.
You can discuss with your lawyer which option is more practical for you.
Is there an Annulment Process in the Philippines without appearance?
Remote hearings from abroad are possible if the Judge agrees and the Philippine Embassy where you live abroad offers Court videoconferencing services.
A question I have been asked a lot, particularly during the COVID pandemic, is what the Annulment process in the Philippines without appearance is. Or even, “Can I file an annulment abroad if I can’t come to the Philippines to appear?”
The answer is “Yes”. If the Judge allows videoconferencing Testimony and if there are Court Testimony Services available at the Philippine Embassy where you live, then you may be able to go through the annulment process in the Philippines without appearing.
allowing the Trial Courts to conduct video conference if the Judge agrees [1]
However, Testimony from abroad is only accepted by the Court if the Philippine Embassy where you live offers Court Testimony services.
Philippine Embassies do not always offer Court Testimony services because they may not have sufficient facilities or manpower. Philippine Embassies are slowly starting to roll out this service so frequent checking at the embassies is needed.
It is definitely a possibility that you can Testify through video conferencing from abroad but remember:
- The Judge has to agree
- The Embassy or Consulate has to offer Court Testimony Services
[1] Supreme Court Administrative Matter No. 20-12-01-SC (Re: Proposed Guidelines on the Conduct of Videoconferencing) dated December 9, 2020.
What is the Annulment process when the Respondent is overseas and I live in the Philippines?
If you are in the Philippines and your Spouse is abroad, then the Annulment process is generally the same except that your Spouse will be Served Notice through the Hague Convention on Service. (Full title: The Convention on the Service Abroad of Judicial and Extrajudicial Documents in Civil or Commercial Matters)
The Hague Service Convention provides a common framework to serve court notices when Respondents and Petitioners of Civil or Commercial cases are in different countries from each other.
The Hague Service Convention requires that service be coordinated with the Resident Competent Authority. The Resident Competent Authority differs per country or per state (in the case of the United States).
Each Resident Competent Authority has different requirements.
It will take some work on your lawyer’s side to coordinate with them to determine exactly what is needed but it’s important to get this right. Service is a crucial part of a case.
What can I expect when filing an Annulment case in the Philippines?
Annulment cases require Residency Requirements, valid grounds for annulment and full compliance with the legal requirements.
A lot of work required in an Annulment case is detailed and often not seen by the client. It is important to choose a who does the work well.
Cases are won not only when the grounds are sufficient but also when the lawyer has fully complied with all the Court requirements.
Expect the court to take time as there are several Hearings for Annulment. This is because the Courts are very overworked and there can be months between Hearings.
If you are abroad, remember that the case can begin in court even while you are abroad. Just make sure that the correct venue requirements are met. The case can proceed even without you being in the Philippines for every single Hearing.
With the exception of document preparation and Testimony, the case is generally the same as if you were in the Philippines and so it should follow much of the same general pattern.
Atty. Francesco C. Britanico, FCB Law Office
Lawyers In the Philippines
What legal implications could arise from filing for annulment in the Philippines while residing overseas, and how can one navigate the process effectively from a different country?
Filing an annulment in the Philippines is possible from abroad – it’s just that there are some changes in process that need to be attended to.
We’ve done it for some of our existing clients who are OFWs.
Me and my foreign husband got married in the Philippines. We’re currently based in China. We got married in 2021. We have a long time problem with each other. We just married for the sake of our child. How can I annul our marriage in the Philippines and what will be the requirements.
You and your husband can still file for annulment in the Philippines.
Send us an email so that we can assess your case to see what is possible and also to provide an estimate of annulment costs in the Philippines.
My partner has a ongoing annulment of marriage since 2021, but until now it has only been the 1st hearing. She migrated to the US last July 2022 with a permanent residency card (green card). it is taking too long for the annulment case to progress, can she file a divorce in the US and re-married.?
We are both Filipino, i am working here in Laos. we have 1 daughter now residing in the Philippines.
If both spouses are Filipino, a foreign divorce will not be recognized.
Only a case for annulment in the Philippines will end a marriage between 2 Filipinos.
Dear Atty,
My partner is a Filipino holder of a US permanent residency card but not yet US citizen. can she file a divorced in the US and if approved we can married? My partner migrated to the US last July 2022.
i am an OFW working here in Laos.
Hi Atty.
I have working overseas since 2010. My husband and I have long been estranged, since 2014. Can this be grounds for annulment?
Thanks in advance for your feedback.
A long separation is not a ground for annulment but it can support another ground for annulment such as psychological incapacity.
Consult with a lawyer and discuss your case so that advice relevant to your situation can be given.
hello,
I am planning to file an annulment, I am an OFW working here in PNG. Is there a way on how to continue this? I will not chase on anything, just the nullity of the marriage.
Regards
Yes, as described in our article, you can file for declaration of nullity or annulment in the Philippines from abroad so long as residency requirements are met.
I am currently working here abroad and wanted to file an annullment as we have been separated for more than 5 years. I have no idea if the embassy here in Saudi Arabia have the court testimony which allows to have video conferencing. How can the case be pursued if the embassy do not have this services?
In case the embassy or consultate does not allow videoconference testimony, you will have to go to the Philippines to testify.
It can be arranged with your lawyer in advance so that it aligns to a time when you are able to go.
Hilow im planning annulment I am ofw working in saudi how to continue I will changes anul my marriage
An annulment in the Philippines can be filed even if you are abroad.
Send us an email through your form and we will assess your case and determine the the correct ground to file the case.
How and where to apply annulment in the Philippines while working abroad
You will need to speak to a lawyer to determine if you have grounds to file an annulment in the philippines.
You will then need to engage a lawyer to start the process as he will help you prepare the petition and also coordinate from abroad.
i’ve been living in Spain since 2015, i want to file an annulment.
This is certainly possible as the 2023 Supreme Court memo allows a Filipino abroad to file an annulment in the Philippines.
Email us so that we can discuss this with you as well as provide you with an estimate for annulment costs in the Philippines.
Both me and my wife are living in canada. Since we?re married in the phillipines. How or what is the process to file an annulment. Is there any agencies or offices available in canada to process our annulment?
Thank you
To file a case for annulment in the Philippines, you will need to work with a lawyer in the Philippines itself.
Contact us so that we can assess your case.
Both me and my wife are living in canada. Since we?re married in the phillipines. How or what is the process to file an annulment. Is there any agencies or offices available in canada to process our annulment?
Thank you
How much the cost of the annulment sir
For annulment, Philippine prices can range depending on where it must be filed and what the grounds are.
We can assess the case for you – plesae send us an email.
I want to annul my civil marriage
Yes, this is possible.
Please send us an email so that we can assess whether or nor you can file for annulment in the Philippines.
how muchit will cost to finish the annulment process Sir?
For annulment, Philippine prices can range from Php 350,000 to start but a lot depends on the specifics of your specifics of your situation such as the grounds for annulment, the city or municipality that the case must be filed in, and other factors. We’ll need more information about your case to say. We can provide an estimate based on past cases but the total cost may be a little lower on higher depending on your situation.
Im an OFW and I want to annul my marriage. I want to contact to know more details and process.
Send us an email so that we can disucss this with you and assess if you have enough grounds to file an annulment in the Philippines.
Hi!
I need help.
I am separated with my husband for 14 years since 2009. He is a canadian and i am filipina.
We never have contact since before we broke up. We got married in the philippines.
Whats the process to have marriage annual?
Divorce abroad and then have that divorce recognized in the Philippines.
For annulment, Philippine prices are generally higher than recognition so we generally recommend recognition if that is an option for the client to save the client money.
I want annulment through online I’m in Dubai now
There is no completely online process for annulment.
You will still have to have a lawyer to phsycially file a case for annulment in the Philippines.
We can discuss the details with you – plesae send us an email so that we can evaluate your case.
How much it will cost to finish the annulment process and how long sir?
For annulment, Philippine prices generally start at Php 350,000 0 but a lot depends on the actual situation which can make it cheaper or more expensive.
In terms of the timeline and depending on the situation, Annulment can take 2 to 3 years
How much it cost for annulment.
Thank you
Merlina
For annulment, Philippine prices can range from Php 350,000 to start and up.
A lot will depend on the factors of the case, since grounds like psychological incapacity incur psychologist’s fees and where the venue is will also be a factor in the annulment cost in the Philipines.
Hi im Divorce here in California but still married in Philippine I want how to process for annulment
We would need to know more about your situation to say. Will send you an email to discuss the process of annulment in the Philippines and determine the specifics of your case.
How long proccesing the annullment how much it cost
This largely depends on the facts of the case because the different grounds for nullity or annulment in the Philippines require different evidence to prove them. These variables can affect the timeline as well as total annulment cost in the Philippines.
hello Sir,,,,our marriage work only almost 2 years and we’re separated more than 13 years ,,,I want file annulment while I’m here abroad,,,it’s is possible Sir?,,,,and where I go to filing while in abroad?
Yes, it is possible to file an annulment in the Philippines even if you are abroad.
Contact us to that we can assess your case and determine what the likely annulment costs in the Philippines will be.
Hello. How long for an Atty. To prepare the case before before it will be filed? Thanks.
This may take a few weeks to months depending on the availability of documents.
Hello I am an immigrant here in US. Divorce with my ex husband. Been divorced for almost 12 yrs now. I need help to file for annulment.
If you divorced a foreigner, you can file a Recognition of Foreign Divorce case.
If you divorced a Filipino, the correct path is to file an annulment in the Philippines.
For annulment, Philippine prices do range but generally the cost is more than a Recognition case so it is best to file a recognition case if at all possible.
Hello attorney I am 20yrs.seperated from my ex-husband,since 2003 we got separated already
May I ask how much it cost if I file the nullify of marriage and how long it will take?
Dear Atty. Francesco,
Hope all is well.
I would like to ask for a clear advice re: annulment process. My husband (Foreigner) and I (Filipina) already separated for 11 years now, we have just 1 son 16 years old boy and he is with me now (I am currently working abroad).
We got married in Philippines in Church and he has been (i think married back from his country 5-6 years ago) they have a son already and they are both living in other country. How can I file an annulment on this case.
Highly appreciate your advice.
Thank you & God Bless!
You may be better served obtaining a divorce in her home country and then having that divorce recognized in the Philippines as this is faster. Also, compared to annulment, Philippine prices for Recognition of foreign divorce are lower.
I started my annulment in November 2020. It has still not been filed in court. Is this because of the pandemic or is it likely the Atty is not doing his job? I have paid the full amount. The firm is a legit firm. When I ask for progress I rarely get a response.
Have you spoken with your attorney?
Have you completed all the preliminary intgerviews with the psychologist (if psychological incapacity is the ground) and has the psychological report been turned over to the attorney?
Discuss your situation with your counsel so that you know exactly where the hold up is.
How can I filled anullment in Philippines because I’m live in abroad how to process give me a suggestion
The process is as described in this article.
We have also written about it here: https://dubaiofw.com/how-to-annul-marriage/
We will be happy to speak to your specific situation if you fill out our form for this on the homepage and please indicate that you wish to file an annulment in the Philippines so that we can assess you properly.
Hi Atty.!can i file annulment with my seaman husband?im an ofw too..we have no contact for 8 years already..
Yes, even if you are both abroad, you can file for an annulment in the Philippines.
You would need his current address.
Good day Atty. I would like to know how to start the process of divorce, i live here in the UAE with my 2 y.o. daughter. My husband left us when my baby was just about 4 months old. He is indian. We both worked and met here but we got married in the Phillipines. He is not supporting us since the day he left except the cash gift he sent to me for our daughter’s 1st birthday. I open a case in 2020 in Dubai court for child support, he was still in the UAE at that time, but i think this is thr reason why he left theb country just few days after the court representative called him. Please advise. Thank you.
If you could obtain a divorce from him in his home country, that can be recognized in the Philippines. You may consider finding a way to contact him to discuss this as this option is cheaper than the annulment cost in the Philippines.
Hi atty good afternoon,,,I want to filed annulment what I need to do but I’m ofw
It is now possible to file an annulment in the Philippines from abroad due to the 2023 Supreme Court memo.
Send us an email for assessment.
Hello, what will be the process and what can you advice if my ex-husband is in another country (OFW) and I’m here in the Philippines? We don’t talk to each other for one year now and I’m not sure if he can even attend the hearings when I file an annulment. Will it affect the processing time? Thank you so much in advance.
The respondent spouse need not appear if he does not want to. The spouses are not supposed to collude with each other for the annulment so the court actually does not expect them to coordinate in this respect.
My wife and I already separated for 10 years. We already have our own partners in life, but up until now I can’t marry because it’s hard to have an annulment while Im in abroad, what should be the easiest way to do it that it would not take too long to process and how much would it cost me?
For Annulment, Philippine prices can range since different grounds may incur different costs. For instance, the ground of psychological incapacity will require paying psychological fees. We need to assess your situation to provide specific costs.
Annulment in the Philipines can take about 3 years.
Dear Atty,
My ex husband and i are OFW and we are separately for almost 11 years. We want to divorce or annual our marriage. But we don’t know how to process in easiest way because we don’t have a time. Please help. Thank you so much.
Prior to 2023, a case for annulment in the Philippines could only be filed if at least one of the spouses was living in the Philippines for the last 6 months.
This changed in 2023 such that if both spouses live abroad, the case can still be filed and the process to having the marriage annulled is roughly the same.
I got divorced in the U.S I’m not a U.S citizen what can I do for my divorced to be recognize in the Philippines and my status be updated.
A foreign divorce can only be recognized if at least one of the spouses was a non-Filipino at the time of the divorce.
If both spouses are Filipino, then a case for annulment in the Philippines will have to be filed in the city or province in the Philippines where one of the spouses is.
[Note that in 2023, an annulment could also be filed if both spouses are abroad with not too much change in the actual annulment cost in the Philippines.]
Hello attorney I am separated for almost 11 years I am working abroad and my husband got a schizophrenia I live with my parents while I’m in the Philippines and the bills of electricity or deed of sale of the house is not mine how can I file an annulment in that case?thank you
Send us an email so that we can assess the case and determine what other proofs of residency we can use when we file your case for annulment in the Philippines.
Atty, would like to ask what’s the process and how much it cost the annulment I am here in saudi arabia , please help me
The process is above.
For annulment, Philppine prices can range depending on the ground used and the location of the venue.
Send us an email so that we can assess the situation.
Dear Atty.
Do I need to provide an evidence before filimg an annulment. If yes what evidences should i need to acquire?
Yes. What evidence will depend on your specific situation. We can address your particular case if you fill out our form in full on https://lawyerphilippines.org so that we can assess if you have sufficient grounds to file a case for annulment in the Philippines and what exact evidence you need to gather.
Note that generally, psychological incapacity is really the most common ground used and can form a significant part of the annulment cost in the Philippines.
Attorny we have already sign the agreement that we dnt bother each anymore can i file the annulment since my husband in philippine already have live in partner?
A simple agreement is not enough basis by itself to grant annulment. But it may be possible for the court case to succeed provided there are other legal grounds present in your situation. Send us an email and indicate that you want to file for annulment in the Philippines so that we can assess your case and discuss things like lawyer’s fees, filing fees, and other professional fees (such as the psychologist) that make up annulment costs in the Philippines.
We already separate 7years..me and my x-husband are both here in Dubai.can we process our annulment abroad?
Residency requiremenst must be met.
[Note that this changed in 2023. Because the files to file an annulment in the Philippines were changed, it is now possible to file a case for annulment from abroad. For annulment, Philippine prices are generally the same as when filing locally, with the exception of notarization and authentication abroad and the costs the videoconference fees. The other costs such as lawyer’s fees, professional fees and filing fees remain the same.
Atty. Francesco Britanico I have been working abroad for more than 10 years, particular in the middle east. I live in the accommodation provided by my sponsor, and I am not paying any electric bill or any kind of bills. I want to file annulment. Is it possible to file annulment.
Yes, you can file a case for annulment in the Philippines where your wife lives.
We will be happy to speak more specifically to your situation if you fill out our form on https://lawyerphilippines.org and provide an estimate for the annulment cost in the Philipines after assessment.
Hi sir,i am separated for almost 7 years not legal but i want it to do it in a legal way,im working here in singapore at the moment ,how is it possible to file case of nunulity of my marriage.thanks
It is certainly possible now with 2023 Supreme Court memo allowing Filipinos abroad to file for annulment in the Philippines.
Send us an email so that we can discuss this with you.
Hi Atty. Which is the best way to file, divorce here in the US or annulment in the Philippines ? I am now in the US as J1 Visa but I am married in the Philippines. We have this long time problem as a couple and I need to end this issue. Thank you.
We would need more information to advise you. Note that a divorce abroad can only be recognized outside the Philippines if at least one of the spouses is a non-Filipino at the time of the divorce. If both spouses are Filipino, they must file an annulment in the Philippines to legally end the marriage.
How much will be the total payment for annulment processing until the certificate will achieved?
In Annulment, Philippine prices can vary so we need to discuss the case factors with you to come up with an estimate that is accurate.
Please send us an email.
How can I get a lawyer from the Philippines if i’m in abroad Thank you!
We can certainly file the case for annulment in the Philipines for you – we do this type of case all the time.
Please send us an email so that I can assess the situation.
Good afternoon! My husband abandoned us since 2001. We have 3 children now ages 27,25 &22. I solely support my children in ALL all their needs. He never visited or contacted us since 2001. What will be the process be
The process is generally the same as above.
Note that for annulment, Philippine prices can increase if the parties disagree on child support or other things.
It might be best to separate the case out from these concerns to at least end the marriage first.
Good afternoon! How about for the couples that have been separated for more than 20 years. That has a child that is not a minor anymore. And no contact at all. What will be the process be?
The process will be as discussed in this article.
We will need more information to speak specifically to your situation. We can address it if you fill out our form on https://lawyerphilippines.org to assess if there are grounds to file an annulment case in the Philippines.
We are seperate 3 years ago,how to hirea lawyer here in oman nd how much it cost
Fill out our form on https://lawyerphilippines.org and we can discuss your specific situation as well as provide an estimate of what will be spent on annulment costs in the Philippines.
Hi good afternoon ,, i was living4yrs now in kuwait and plan to file annulment for my husband ,,since we dont have communication for how many years and i want also to use my own middle initial to my passport,, how can be possible to make it happen ,, and how long it takes in the process,, and if ever do you have any lawyer that we can contact in this matter.??
You can work with us, if you wish.
We file cases for annulment in the Philppines all the time, and we can assess the case as well as estimate cost.
For annulment, Philippine prices are dependend on the grounds, location of venue, etc, so we need to discuss things with you to do a cost estimate.
How about if both have been living abroad since they got married? We do not have conjugal property. We were just married in Philippine Embassy? The only thing we have as married couple are the marriage certificate from Embassy and Report of Marriage in PSA.
At least one of the spouses has to fulfill the residency requirements or else the case won’t be allowed.
[Note that in 2023, this changed and a case for annulment in Philipine could then be filed in both spouses were abroad.]
Hi Atty. Which is the best way to file, divorce here in the US or annulment in the Philippines ? I am now in the US as J1 Visa but I am married in the Philippines. We have this long time problem as a couple and I need to end this issue. Thank you.
If there are grounds, you can file for annulment from abroad. The case would have to be filed in the city or province where your husband resides since you yourself do not live in the country.
Good job atty Francesco Britanico. So how many months does it take for Nullity of marriage? What is the total cost? What about recognition and agjudication in local RTC for foreign court Nullity, how long will it take?
If you mean recognition of foreign divorce, this is usually completed more quickly than annulment so long as the evidence and documents are complete and the legal requirements are met. About a year and a year and a half was a fair estimate before the pandemic. Also note that versus annulment, costs in the Philippines for recognition are cheaper.
How long annulment takes depends on several factors such as which court it is filed in and what the grounds for the annulment are, but about two to three years at the the trial court is a reasonable estimate.
Note though that it is simpler to prove the case for recognition of foreign divorce than annulment.
Can I get a lawyer here in Japan ?how much is the cost?
A Japanese lawyer cannot file a case for annulment in the Philippines.
You will need to engage a Philippine lawyer for this case.
For annulment, Philippine prices can range from Php 350,000 or so an up.
Annulment costs in the Philippines do vary depending on the grounds, the evidence available, and what evidence you need to gather.
To provide an more precise estimate, we will need to know more about your specific situation to advise you. We will be happy to answer your questions if you contact us through our form on https://lawyerphilippines.org
What if we do not own a house? We just live on our parents house, sometimes in his parents house, sometimes on my parents’ , what proof of residence will I submit? How much is the cost of annulment? Thank you
Utility bills, the certificate of residence from the barangay with a sketch of the street address/location, and the lawyer’s attestation are among the proofs of residence.
Annulment costs in the Philippines can depend on the facts of the case, the place where it must be filed, and the grounds for annulment.
Im 13yrs separated and i worked abroad. My ex wife had random relationships already when were separated. And i desired to get an annulment. How much will it cost sir.
For annulment, Philippine prices can vary so we would need to determine the facts of the case to provide a good cost estimate.
Please email us for assessment.
Good morming attorney!
We would like to inquire about nullity of marriage and this quesrions and inquiry’s is for the sake of my boyfriend from his past ex wife for 13 years separated.
Sure. Please send us an email so that we can assess the situation and check to see if a case for annulment in the Philippines can be filed based on your situation.
How can I get a lawyer to file for me back home I’m residing in Hong Kong at the moment
Hi. We will be happy to discuss your situation if you fill out our form on the homepage https://lawyerphilippines.org
Please provide as many facts as you can so that we can assess if the case for annulment in the Philippines is possible as well as provide an estimate of the likely annulment cost in the Philippines.
How i get lawyer here in abroad,im ofw i want t o get annulment,i separated 8years ago my x husband he has own family in the philippines
To file a case for annulment in the Philippines, you will need a lawyer based here but you can certainly now file for annulment in the Philipines from abroad due to the SC memo released early 2023.
Send us an email so that we can assess the situation.
I wanna know how much it cost and how is the payment going to be.
For annulment, Philippine prices can vary. A lot depends on where the venue is and what the grounds are.
Send us an email so that we can assess.
Can someone helps me how can i process my annulment if marriage thank you.
Certainly, we can help you since we file annulment cases all the time.
Send us an email so that we cna do an assessment.
Im planning to file an annulment while im in oman,but i dont know how
Send us an email.
We will explain the process of filing an annulment case in the Philippines and also address other questions you may have.
Hi,
I was married in Philippines and processed our divorce here in Canada. I received already approval for our divorce here in canada from Canadian government. But I really want to be annulled and void the marriage in Philippines.
What is the process to of the annulment?
It seems you will be filing from abroad.
An annulment case in the Philipines will still follow the above process, even if filed from abroad.