A Brazilian citizen who marries and divorces abroad needs to register both acts (marriage and divorce) in Brazil for several important reasons.
Legal Validity: Registration ensures that the marriage is valid in Brazil, guaranteeing legal rights and obligations, such as pensions, inheritances, and marital duties.
Documentation: Registration provides formal proof of marital status, which may be required for various purposes, such as obtaining documents, changing a name, or dealing with property-related matters.
Fiscal and Property Implications: Registration may impact how assets are managed and the couple’s tax situation in Brazil.
Access to Public Services: With the marriage registered, the couple can access benefits and public services that depend on marital status.
Ease of Travel and Relocation: Having the marriage registered in Brazil can simplify bureaucratic processes if the couple decides to return to the country or travel.
If you got married and divorced abroad, you will need to register both acts. First, the marriage must be registered, followed by the divorce. However, before taking any steps with Brazilian authorities, you will need to have both the marriage certificate and the divorce decree apostilled and officially translated. Only after these steps can your situation be regularized in Brazil.
In such cases, there is no need to take action at the Brazilian Consulate, as all acts are carried out remotely at a civil registry office in Brazil.
It is also important to consider specific details, such as asset division, child custody arrangements, and other requirements, to determine the correct procedure for regularizing your marital status in Brazil.
If you would like to know more about how to regularize your marriage or divorce carried out abroad without needing to come to Brazil, or if you are interested in learning more about legal solutions for every Brazilian living abroad should know to avoid future problems, contact us and speak with a specialized attorney.

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