Portugal - Obtain Divorce Certificate
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Procedure
- You can request for copy of a divorce certificate in person at the Registry Office or Citizen Shop counter that provides the service. Make sure that you bring a valid identification in case the registry officer will need to verify your identity.
- When you submit your request make sure that you have provided these important details which will make searching for the record easier:
- name of spouses
- date and place of divorce
If you are outside Portugal
You may use the link provided under "Office Locations & Contacts" to get in touch with the nearest embassy or consulate of Portugal in the country you are currently staying. The Embassy's consular section will be able to help your process your request to obtain a copy of a divorce certificate.
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Required Documents
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Office Locations & Contacts
Civil Registry Office - Contacts
Portugal - Embassies and Consulates
Eligibility
- Parties in the divorce proceeding;
- The authorized representative of any of the applicants.
Fees
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Validity
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Instructions
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Required Information
- name of spouses
- date and place of divorce
Need for the Document
This procedure provides you information on how you can obtain a divorce certificate in Portugal.
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Other uses of the Document/Certificate
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External Links
Government of Portugal - Website
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