If you are a Filipino citizen who was married to a foreigner and has since obtained a divorce abroad, you likely know that divorce is not technically "legal" within Philippine borders. Under the provisions of the Family Code, specifically Article 26, the Philippine government allows for the recognition of a divorce validly obtained abroad by a for

For many Filipinos married to non-citizens, obtaining a divorce overseas is only the first step in a longer legal journey. Understanding the judicial recognition of foreign divorce in the Philippines is essential for any Filipino looking to update their civil status and regain the capacity to remarry.What is the Recognition of Foreign Divorce in t