Divorce in Ecuador: A Survival Guide for Expats
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- 28 Apr 2023
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Getting a divorce in Ecuador can be a complex process, especially for expats who may not be familiar with the country's laws and procedures. This article provides an overview of this process in Ecuador, including the grounds for divorce, residency requirements, and how to file for one. We will also touch on issues related to property division and child custody.
If you are an expat living in Ecuador and are considering getting a divorce, it is important to understand the laws and procedures that apply in Ecuador can be quite different to those in North America.
Overview of Ecuador's divorce laws
Ecuador is a civil law country, and its divorce laws are governed by the Civil Code. In order to file for divorce in Ecuador, at least one of the spouses (man or woman) must be a resident of the country. Important to note that Ecuador does not recognize "no-fault" divorce, meaning that one spouse cannot file simply because they want to end the marriage for convenience. Instead, they must provide evidence that the marriage has broken down due to one of the following grounds:
Lack of harmony in the home: If the spouses are no longer able to live together due to fundamental differences in values, beliefs, or lifestyles, they may be able to file for divorce on the grounds of irreconcilable differences.
Abuse/Domestic Violence: If one spouse has been physically, emotionally, or sexually abusive towards the other spouse or their children, the victim may be able to file on the grounds of abuse.
Abandonment: If one spouse has abandoned the other spouse and their children, either physically or emotionally, the abandoned spouse may be able to file on the grounds of abandonment.
Attempted Murder: The attempt by one of the spouses against the life of the other.
Corruption of Minors: The acts executed by one of the spouses with the purpose of involving the other of the children in illicit activities. Read More…
