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What is Voluntary Divorce?


It is understood and define this judicial route as:

The Action that both spouses request from a Family Judge in which it is necessary to sign an agreement that guarantees the guardianship and custody of the minor children



How long does the Voluntary Divorce process take?


The procedure will be carried out as follows between 2 and 3 months, starting with the review of the points that the agreement that was signed and presented must contain


Immediately afterwards, the judge will authorize the separation of the domiciles of the spouses and the provisional pension during the process of the procedure.


The judge will set the hearing date according to the judicial calendar and both spouses must attend the hearing

What should a family agreement contain?


The following requirements are commonly observed for family agreements of Voluntary Divorce and Unused / Unilateral in the laws of our States:


  • Who will live with the minors and the disabled in the same address
  • The Calendar of Visits and Coexistence that the family member who does not live with the minors will have
  • The amount, mode, and form of payment of the nutritional care of minors
  • The guarantee that corresponds to the 12-month calculation of the food payment
  • Who will continue to live in the house during and after the separation
  • The express confirmation of the address of both spouses and the obligation to communicate any change of address
  • How to divide and use the Marital Partnership during and after the separation

Can We Reconcile Before Divorce?


Throughout the voluntary divorce process, spouses can request to meet and reconcile prior to sentencing


"In this case, the submitted application will be rendered ineffective and a voluntary divorce may not be requested again until 1 year has elapsed"