DivorceInVietnam.com is the divorce information website of Jurion & Partners Law Firm. Explore practical guidance on consensual and unilateral divorce, proceedings involving foreign spouses, child custody, support, property and debts. Our articles explain the questions to clarify and the documents to prepare before discussing your case with a lawyer. Whether you live in Vietnam or overseas, start by understanding your options and the steps relevant to your circumstances.
Unilateral Divorce 20/02/2025
A restricted right to file is different from a case that lacks sufficient evidence or contains procedural errors. Understanding the reason a request cannot proceed helps determine whether documents can be corrected, further evidence is needed or a statutory restriction applies. The discussion separates legal requirements from practical preparation and identifies the issues to clarify before taking the next step. It explains why the documents, degree of agreement and specific relief requested should guide the approach rather than a general promise about timing or outcome.
Unilateral Divorce 12/03/2025
The court considers the legal grounds in light of the actual marriage and the evidence presented. Domestic violence, serious violations of marital obligations and a formal missing-person decision raise different legal and evidential questions that should be explained clearly. The discussion separates legal requirements from practical preparation and identifies the issues to clarify before taking the next step. It explains why the documents, degree of agreement and specific relief requested should guide the approach rather than a general promise about timing or outcome.
Unilateral Divorce 13/03/2025
After divorce, ownership questions may still need to be resolved or implemented. Reviewing the judgment, any property agreement and the acquisition records helps identify whether an asset was already dealt with or remains the subject of a further dispute. The discussion considers the acquisition records, agreements and financial evidence that can affect the assessment. It separates ownership questions from the practical implementation of a settlement and highlights why assumptions about equal shares or liability should be checked against the facts.
Unilateral Divorce 16/09/2022
A person being out of contact is different from a court formally declaring that person missing. Where the legal conditions for a declaration are met, that decision can become relevant to a subsequent divorce request under Vietnamese family law. The discussion separates legal requirements from practical preparation and identifies the issues to clarify before taking the next step. It explains why the documents, degree of agreement and specific relief requested should guide the approach rather than a general promise about timing or outcome.
Consensual Divorce 21/04/2025
With the rise of globalization and cross-border marriages, Vietnam has experienced an increasing number of consensual divorce cases involving foreign elements. While mutual consent divorces are generally straightforward, international factors such as one spouse being a foreign national or residing abroad introduce complexities into the legal process. This article offers a comprehensive overview of the legal framework and procedural requirements for consensual divorces in Vietnam involving foreign elements, drawing upon the Law on Marriage and Family 2014 and other pertinent legal instruments.
Consensual Divorce 23/04/2025
Review cross-border agreements in a Vietnam consensual divorce, including children abroad, foreign assets, translation and recognition after judgment. A consensual divorce involving foreign elements depends on voluntary agreement and legally suitable arrangements, rather than nationality alone. Spouses may agree to end the marriage but still disagree on children, property or debts. Those disagreements should be identified before the request is presented as fully consensual. For an overseas spouse, practical cooperation also matters: signing the correct documents, providing an accurate address and responding to the court’s requirements.
Consensual Divorce 19/04/2025
In Vietnam, divorce can be pursued through either consensual divorce or unilateral divorce. A consensual divorce is where both spouses mutually agree on all matters such as asset division and child custody, making the process quicker, less costly, and less emotionally taxing. In contrast, a unilateral divorce occurs when one spouse files for divorce without the other consent, often involving complex legal procedures, evidence of marital breakdown, and potential disputes over children or property.
Consensual Divorce 26/08/2022
A joint divorce application should accurately reflect what both spouses have agreed. It needs more than matching signatures: the terms on children, support and financial matters must be clear enough for the court to examine their legality and fairness. The discussion separates legal requirements from practical preparation and identifies the issues to clarify before taking the next step. It explains why the documents, degree of agreement and specific relief requested should guide the approach rather than a general promise about timing or outcome.
Property Division 05/02/2026
Legal consequences of disspation of marital assets during divorce? In divorce cases involving property disputes, this issue represents one of the greatest concerns. Without a clear understanding of the definition of common marital property, the concept of asset dissipation, and the related legal consequences, the party whose lawful rights and interests are affected may easily be placed in a disadvantaged position when the Court settles the case. Reviewing the relevant records before taking action helps identify the evidence still needed and the questions that require individual legal advice.
Property Division 12/10/2022
Spouses may negotiate a property settlement or ask the court to determine disputed assets. In either situation, the asset list should be supported by records showing acquisition, ownership, contributions and related financial obligations. The discussion considers the acquisition records, agreements and financial evidence that can affect the assessment. It separates ownership questions from the practical implementation of a settlement and highlights why assumptions about equal shares or liability should be checked against the facts.
Property Division 24/12/2025
During divorce proceedings, the division of marital assets between spouses often becomes a major source of dispute. Many individuals assume that marital property will always be divided equally. However, under Vietnamese law, in certain circumstances, one spouse may be legally entitled to receive a larger share of marital assets. The following article provides a clear legal explanation of these circumstances. Preparation should connect each disputed asset or obligation with dated records, the source of funds, relevant agreements and the position of any third party. A lawyer can assess these materials alongside the divorce request before a settlement is signed.
Property Division 18/08/2026
A practical legal guide for foreign spouses and expats dealing with divorce in Vietnam where marital assets are located in another country and neither spouse is a citizen of that asset country. Preparation should connect each disputed asset or obligation with dated records, the source of funds, relevant agreements and the position of any third party. A lawyer can assess these materials alongside the divorce request before a settlement is signed.
Divorce Lawyers 10/01/2026
Divorce is not merely the termination of a marital relationship from an emotional perspective but also a legal procedure strictly governed by Vietnamese law. In practice, a large number of individuals, due to insufficient legal knowledge, commit serious mistakes during divorce proceedings. Such mistakes may result in the loss of lawful rights related to property division, child custody, and prolonged disputes before the Court. The following article provides a legal analysis of common mistakes in divorce cases, aiming to offer a proper legal perspective and support proactive protection of lawful rights.
Divorce Lawyers 22/03/2025
Domestic violence calls for attention to safety as well as the divorce procedure. A case review should distinguish immediate protective needs from evidence supporting the divorce and any child arrangements, while avoiding steps that expose the affected person to further harm. The discussion separates legal requirements from practical preparation and identifies the issues to clarify before taking the next step. It explains why the documents, degree of agreement and specific relief requested should guide the approach rather than a general promise about timing or outcome.
Divorce Lawyers 23/05/2026
A practical guide to how Vietnamese divorce law may apply when one or both spouses are foreigners, or when the marriage, children, residence or assets are connected to Vietnam. International cases require a consistent record of nationality, residence, marriage and the other party’s location. Foreign-issued documents and the expected effect of the outcome overseas should be assessed before deciding how to prepare the Vietnamese procedure. Reviewing the relevant records before taking action helps identify the evidence still needed and the questions that require individual legal advice.
Divorce Lawyers 23/05/2026
A practical checklist for foreign spouses, expats and overseas clients preparing divorce papers in Vietnam, including key document groups and when lawyer review is necessary. International cases require a consistent record of nationality, residence, marriage and the other party’s location. Foreign-issued documents and the expected effect of the outcome overseas should be assessed before deciding how to prepare the Vietnamese procedure. Reviewing the relevant records before taking action helps identify the evidence still needed and the questions that require individual legal advice.
Divorce Counseling 20/08/2026
A practical guide for foreign clients who suspect they were exploited in a marriage in Vietnam for overseas departure, immigration, visa, residence, financial or personal purposes. International cases require a consistent record of nationality, residence, marriage and the other party’s location. Foreign-issued documents and the expected effect of the outcome overseas should be assessed before deciding how to prepare the Vietnamese procedure. Reviewing the relevant records before taking action helps identify the evidence still needed and the questions that require individual legal advice.
Divorce Counseling 11/09/2022
A support claim with international elements raises questions beyond the amount requested. The relationship between the parties, applicable law, the authority handling the claim and the practical possibility of enforcement should be considered together. The discussion explains the preparation issues that international families should consider before filing. It connects document readiness with procedural requirements and highlights the need to assess overseas residence, service and practical participation without assuming that every case follows the same timetable.
Divorce Counseling 29/11/2025
The designation of the person directly responsible for caring for a child under thirty - six months of age is a primary concern for alomost couples when making a divorce decision. This period requires stable and adequate physical and psychological care for the child. Therefore, the government provides specific regulations to ensure the highest level of protection for child welfare. The content below would illustrate the definition, current legal provisions, circumstances that allow a change of the person directly responsible for childcare, and the importance of this regulation during divorce proceedings.
Divorce Counseling 09/09/2022
A marriage between a Vietnamese citizen and a foreign national can involve several legal systems. Before choosing the divorce procedure, consider the spouses' current residence, the location of children and assets, and the records available to prove the marriage. The discussion explains the preparation issues that international families should consider before filing. It connects document readiness with procedural requirements and highlights the need to assess overseas residence, service and practical participation without assuming that every case follows the same timetable.