Memo: European Commission proposals to bring legal certainty to couples in cross-border marriages approved by EU ministers

The European Commission’s proposals that will bring legal certainty to international couples wishing to divorce were formally adopted on 20 December 2010 by EU ministers. The approval followed a political agreement on 3 December. The new legislation will give a choice as to which country's rules apply in case of divorce for couples with different nationalities, those living apart in different countries or those living together in a country other than their home country. The European Parliament gave a positive opinion on the legislation the previous week. The rules will enter into force in 18 months time.

ESO: Background Information: EU Justice Ministers back new rules to bring legal certainty to couples in cross-border divorces http://www.europeansources.info/record/press-release-eu-justice-ministers-back-new-rules-to-bring-legal-certainty-to-couples-in-cross-border-divorces/

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