Divorcing in Portugal

Hello Diksha,

I think like in any other countries, divorce is a complex process specially when it includes children.
In case of Portuguese citizens if both parts agree on the terms of the divorce (including where the children will live, study, etc) the only thing necessary is to go to a "conservatória do registo civil" and request it. I believe it's quite fast.
In that moment also the local services will request the initiation of a different process that will regulate the terms in which the children will be taken care (Where they will live, the sharing of educational costs, etc).
If there's no consentual agreement on the terms of the divorce, then you'll need a lawyer because the process will get to court and takes longer, much longer time. Also it becomes quite expensive for both parts.

Since you're not Portuguese, I suggest you go to the "conservatória do registo civil" and request information on the divorce for expats. I think they'll be able to help.

PS - There's no social or cultural disapproval on the divorce. It's common and well accepted.

Margarida Barbosa