This article will solve the questions like can we file a divorce from abroad in Nepal?
Divorce means the formal, voluntary ending of a marriage by the granting of a decree of dissolution of that marriage on the petition of either party thereto, in a manner that allows the parties to remarry. The divorce process in Nepal is governed by the Muluki Civil Code 2074.
Can we file a Divorce from Abroad in Nepal?
Yes, you can file a divorce from outside the country. For example, if you are currently in Australia, you can file a divorce case in the court of Nepal.
Is the process too long and expensive?
No, the process isn’t long and expensive. You can easily be represented in the court of Nepal while living in a foreign country.
Process of Filing a Divorce from Outside the Country
You can simply choose a person whom you can trust. A person may be your relatives, friends, or lawyer who has Nepalese citizenship and living currently in Nepal.
In the name of such a person, a power of attorney is made in Nepal by the lawyer. Power of attorney is the document that helps you to represent yourself in the court of Nepal in the absence of you.
Power of attorney is sent to the embassy of Nepal located in the country where you are living. For example, if you are in the USA, power of attorney is sent to the Embassy of Nepal located in the USA from Nepal in the name of the person you choose to represent yourself in the court of Nepal.
After that, you should sign the power of attorney in the embassy of Nepal and send it back to Nepal.
After this process, your person will represent you in the court of Nepal. He can sign the documents and complete the divorce on your behalf.
For Answers and Questions
Can we make a power of attorney in the name of anyone?
You can make a power of attorney in the name of anyone whom you trust, who has Nepalese citizenship and lives in Nepal.
Can we file a divorce from abroad in Nepal?
Yes, you can file a divorce from outside the country via power of attorney.
