Can I divorce my filipina spouse in Iowa.
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Can I divorce my filipina spouse in Iowa.
I am an American citizen, Iown a home in Iowa, pay taxes there but have been working overseas for a couple of years. I want to travel to the US and divorce my filipina wife there, it is uncontested and she is willing to come with me to sign the forms. Is this possible as I have not lived in Iowa for some time? How can I get this done?Any assistance would be much appreciated.Regards,Raymond.
Asked on June 19, 2009 under Family Law, Iowa
Answers:
B. B., Member, New Jersey Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 15 years ago | Contributor
This is an unusual situation, but it's possible. You'll have to check with a lawyer who practices Iowa law (I don't), because it may be a borderline situation. One place to find an attorney who can help sort this out for you is our website: http://attorneypages.com
To file a divorce in Iowa, you would have to be a resident of the state -- but that might not mean you have to spend most of your time there. If your home in Iowa is not rented out, if you could fly in any time you wanted, go to the house and turn on the lights and spend the night, for example, that would be very strong evidence. If you still have your driver's license in Iowa and get mail at the address on that license, that might also help.
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