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Online divorce application

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Cara1990 · 31/08/2025 22:32

So, I've just submitted an online divorce application but it says I need to serve the papers on my ex.
The online portal says the reason I need to serve them is because he is based abroad.
How do I even word such an email to him? He's unlikely to cooperate anyway. Sigh.
I ran away from him a few years ago due to his violence. I don't even feel comfortable to suddenly contact him and ask for him to sign the paperwork.
Has anyone else been in this position when a spouse lives abroad? How did you navigate it all?

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Cara1990 · 01/09/2025 11:00

Bumping. Anyone?

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TallulahBetty · 01/09/2025 11:07

Did you do it as a joint application? Everything will be emailed to him

Cara1990 · 01/09/2025 11:56

TallulahBetty · 01/09/2025 11:07

Did you do it as a joint application? Everything will be emailed to him

No, I did it as a sole application. We've had no contact with each other for a few years.

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TallulahBetty · 01/09/2025 14:08

Cara1990 · 01/09/2025 11:56

No, I did it as a sole application. We've had no contact with each other for a few years.

Yes, sorry, I know only one person applies. But did you do it as a 'joint' application, like you both agree to it?

JustAnotherLawyer2 · 01/09/2025 17:09

Instruct a solicitor.

Service abroad is complicated.

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