Can I get a copy of my divorce decree online in South Africa?

Can I get a copy of my divorce decree online in South Africa?

Divorce decrees for South Africa are NOT available online. Divorce decrees have to be obtained from the court where the divorce was finalised, which can be a tedious process.

What should I ask for in a divorce settlement?

Considerations to Make About What to Ask for in a Divorce SettlementMarital Home. Life Insurance and Health Insurance Policies. Division of Debt. Private School Tuition and College Tuition. Family Heirlooms and Jewelry. Parenting Time. Retirement Funds.

Is a wife entitled to half of everything?

The court will generally divide the marital property in half, and each spouse will get one half of the total property. The court can give one spouse more property than the other spouse if the court has a good reason to do so. What is marital property? In general, all property owned by either spouse is marital property.

Can I get a divorce without a property settlement?

Divorce and property settlement are not one and the same. Separated parties can have a property settlement without getting divorced and parties seeking to divorce do not necessarily have to have a property settlement. De facto couples have 24 months from the time of separation to institute Court proceedings.