Can a US citizen get a divorce in Mexico?
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Can a US citizen get a divorce in Mexico?
Yes, Immigration will recognize that divorce, but as always with immigration, you will need to provide the official document. And yes, as long as you two are eligible to marry each other (other marriages terminated, etc) your marriage here will be recognized and valid.
Is a marriage in Mexico recognized in the United States?
A civil wedding in Mexico is fully valid for legal purposes in the U.S., but a religious ceremony without the civil ceremony is not, as U.S. law only recognizes marriages which are valid in the country in which they take place.
How much does a divorce cost in Mexico?
A “necessary divorce” can cost up to 25,000 pesos (CDN $2,705 [Bank of Canada b]), requires legal proceedings and can take a minimum of six months (ibid.).
How can I get divorce if I get married in Mexico?
If you are residing within the US, you can file for divorce at your local family law court even if the marriage took place in Mexico.
Can I be married in two different countries?
Most countries do not recognize multiple marriages but some do. Some country requires to obtain an “unmanned certificate” from your country of citizenship. In both cases, it is technically possible to marry two different person in two different countries. Some countries even allow multiple marriages.
