There are many questions relating to annulment and divorce in the Philippines, and many of the concerns of our readers had already been addressed in previous articles. Nevertheless, to consolidate everything for everyone’s easy reference, here are the FAQs on annulment and divorce in the Philippines:
Is divorce allowed under Philippine laws?
No, divorce is not allowed […]
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Annulment, Divorce and Legal Separation in the Philippines: Questions and Answers
Published by January 11th, 2007 in Annulment and Legal Separation. 24 CommentsEffects of Foreign Divorce on Filipino Spouse
Published by November 7th, 2006 in Annulment and Legal Separation. 0 CommentsOn 17 July 1987, shortly after the signing of Executive Order No. 209 (Family Code), Executive Order No. 227 was also signed into law, amending, inter alia, Article 26 of the Family Code. As so amended, it now states:
ART. 26. All marriages solemnized outside the Philippines in accordance with the laws in force […]
Steps and Procedure in Annulment and Declaration of Nullity of Marriage
Published by September 30th, 2006 in Litigation and Labor Law and Annulment and Legal Separation. 4 CommentsYou thought you’ve found your perfect match. You thought your marriage is bound to last forever, or, at the very least, until the last breath. You’ve thought wrong, you say, and now thinks of seeking legal remedy to end your marriage. Here are “steps” or suggestions in deciding whether to step out of the ring […]
Legal Dynamics: Citizenship and Divorce
Published by August 22nd, 2006 in Immigration Law and Annulment and Legal Separation. 26 CommentsDiscussions are welcome in the Forum. As more subjects here are discussed by the readers, the interaction of one topic with another (or between related laws) results to a legal melting pot, enriching the pool of topics to choose from.
For instance, we have discussed (”Divorce and Annulment in the Philippines“) that a Filipino - wherever […]
Guidelines in Psychological Incapacity (Article 36, Family Code)
Published by July 22nd, 2006 in Annulment and Legal Separation. 3 CommentsPsychological incapacity, which a ground for annulment of marriage (which is different from divorce), contemplates downright incapacity or inability to take cognizance of and to assume the basic marital obligations; not a mere refusal, neglect or difficulty, much less, ill will, on the part of the errant spouse. Irreconcilable differences, conflicting personalities, emotional immaturity and […]
Psychological Incapacity: Habitual Lying
Published by July 22nd, 2006 in Annulment and Legal Separation. 4 CommentsJust recently, the Supreme Court promulgated a decision (Antonio vs. Reyes, G.R. No. 155800, 10 March 2006) in connection with a petition for declaration of nullity under Article 36 (psychological incapacity) of the Family Code. The Supreme Court sustained the nullity of the marriage based on the psychological incapacity of the wife (respondent). […]
Divorce and Annulment in the Philippines
Published by July 21st, 2006 in Annulment and Legal Separation. 19 CommentsSome Filipinos want and do get married outside the Philippines. There’s nothing really strange with this, except when they say that the reason is for convenience in getting a divorce abroad. This is strange for two main reasons:
1. Divorce is not recognized under Philippine laws. If you’re a Filipino, it doesn’t matter where you […]
