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Joint Assets in Divorce: Handling Joint Accounts, Mortgages and Credit Cards
A joint account can be frozen overnight. See how to end joint accounts, mortgages and cards in a Hong Kong divorce, plus 5 common traps.
Updated 7 September 2026 · about 10 min
Taking Children Abroad After Divorce in Hong Kong: Procedure, Court Approval Tests and Abduction Risks
Taking children abroad after divorce in Hong Kong: Family Court tests, Hague Convention remedies, UK BNO, Canada, Taiwan, Australia, 7 FAQs.
Updated 22 August 2026 · about 9 min
Divorce for Men in Hong Kong: Procedure, Property and Emotional Recovery
Divorce for men in Hong Kong: procedure to decree absolute, property, MPF, maintenance, custody, HK$ costs, rebuilding life, 6 FAQ.
Updated 22 August 2026 · about 8 min
Postnuptial Agreements in Hong Kong: Validity, Signing Process, Costs and Key Points
Postnuptial Agreement Hong Kong: legal effect, Radmacher, 8 key clauses, 5 steps, HK$15,000–80,000, 6 pitfalls, cross-border assets, FAQ.
Updated 10 August 2026 · about 11 min
Divorce and Cryptocurrency in Hong Kong: Disclosure, Valuation, Tracing and Division
Crypto and virtual assets in a Hong Kong divorce: disclosure, valuation, 6-step tracing, 4 ways to divide, dissipation, costs and 8 FAQ.
Updated 23 July 2026 · about 9 min
Divorce or Separation in Hong Kong: 4 Scenarios and a Self-Check List
Divorce or separation in HK? Compare 2 paths on 5 points (time, cost, emotions, money, children), with 4 scenarios, case law and a 10-question quiz.
Updated 8 July 2026 · about 8 min
Grey Divorce in Hong Kong: Making Decisions, Procedure, Property and Rebuilding Your Life
Grey divorce in Hong Kong: divorces among people aged 50+ rose nearly 5 times in 25 years. Procedure, home, MPF, maintenance and Clean Break.
Updated 7 July 2026 · about 8 min
Public housing after divorce: tenancy transfer and splitting the household
According to the Housing Department, in an ordinary family application for public rental housing, every married person named on the application form must apply together with their spouse. The exceptions are people who are divorced, who are going through legal proceedings for divorce, whose spouse has not been granted the right to enter Hong Kong, or whose spouse has died.
Updated 29 June 2026 · about 4 min
Stamp Duty When Buying or Transferring Property in a Hong Kong Divorce: Rates, Exemptions and 5 Ways to Save
A guide to stamp duty on divorce in Hong Kong: Scale 2 rate, AVD, court order relief, 4 worked examples and 5 ways to save tax on property.
Updated 18 June 2026 · about 9 min
Hong Kong Divorce Certificate Guide: Applying, Replacing and Searching
A guide to the Hong Kong divorce certificate: how it differs from the decree absolute, 5 uses, applying, replacing, searching, fees and timings.
Updated 18 June 2026 · about 8 min
Prenuptial Agreements at a Glance: Contents, Costs and Validity (with Key Points of a Sample)
Prenup guide for Hong Kong: contents, solicitors’ fees, 5 validity conditions, cases, prenup vs postnup, FAQ. 1% of the cost for 99% peace of mind.
Updated 24 May 2026 · about 8 min
Changing a child’s surname after divorce in Hong Kong: full procedure, costs and disputes
A complete guide to changing a child’s surname after divorce in Hong Kong. It covers the legal procedure, the difference between children born inside and outside marriage, the cost of a deed poll, the documents you need, how to update the ID card and passport, and what to do if the other parent does not agree. It includes 3 real cases and 6 common questions (FAQ), to help you complete the change smoothly and protect your child’s best interests.
Updated 24 May 2026 · about 7 min
Divorcing overseas: can a Hong Kong person divorce in Hong Kong if they married abroad?
Hong Kong has one of the highest proportions of foreign residents in the world, yet it is also often called the place “where marriages end”. That raises a question for expats: where should you file for divorce? Can you divorce in Hong Kong, or must you go back to your home country? This article looks in detail at international and overseas divorce for people in Hong Kong, and at whether a marriage made abroad can be ended in Hong Kong.
Updated 13 May 2026 · about 6 min
Who keeps the pet in a divorce? A complete guide to pet custody in Hong Kong
In Hong Kong law, a pet is treated as property, so there is no custody or access for pets. This article explains the legal status of pets in a divorce and how dog licence registration relates to ownership. It looks at how Singapore, New York in the United States and the United Kingdom decide by the pet’s best interests, and explains the clauses of a pet agreement (a Pet-nup). It also suggests how to gather evidence of care and how to use family mediation, so you can plan your pet’s future properly.
Updated 11 May 2026 · about 7 min
Remarrying after divorce: a full guide to 6 situations, the Hong Kong procedure and case studies
Is remarrying your ex-spouse really possible? This article looks at 6 situations in which a couple may reconcile after divorce, including an impulsive divorce, a bad habit that has been overcome, and an affair that is regretted. It explains the legal procedure for remarrying in Hong Kong, the documents needed and what to watch for with property arrangements. It also shares real cases, to help you judge whether getting back together is right for you and avoid repeating past mistakes. FAQ included.
Updated 13 April 2026 · about 9 min
Child access and custody after divorce in Hong Kong: process and points to note
In Hong Kong, access and custody of the children are often the most important issues in the whole divorce process. Parents have to cope with the pain of a failed marriage and also learn how to care for their children together. Parenting arrangements affect your children’s stability, and also their mental health and development. This article looks closely at how access and custody are decided in Hong Kong, the tests applied and the key points parents should know.
Updated 21 March 2026 · about 6 min
Domestic violence and divorce in Hong Kong: procedure, getting help, claiming compensation and dividing property
In Hong Kong, divorcing after domestic violence is an emotional ordeal and a legal and practical test as well. Besides handling the divorce procedure, victims need to know how to seek reasonable compensation and a fair division of property. Missing a legal time limit or overlooking your rights can lead to an unfair result. This article explains the procedure, compensation and property division in a domestic violence divorce, so you can see each step clearly.
Updated 17 March 2026 · about 7 min
How long does a divorce take and what does it cost? Hong Kong procedure, fees and preparation
When a marriage reaches its end, many people are unsure about the process and the cost of divorce. How long does a divorce take? Is the procedure complicated? What affects the cost? And, most importantly, what should you prepare, legally and emotionally, to be safe? Understanding these questions eases anxiety and prepares you for a new life. This article walks you through how long a divorce takes, what it costs and what you need to prepare.
Updated 13 February 2026 · about 11 min
Divorce legal aid in Hong Kong: how lawyers’ fees work and how long the process takes
Divorce is a major decision for anyone. In Hong Kong, if you cannot afford high solicitors’ fees, legal aid for divorce is an important form of support. The Legal Aid Department assesses each application on the applicant’s means and the merits of the case, so that everyone has equal legal protection. Many people ask how long it takes for legal aid to be granted, how solicitors’ fees are arranged and whether the process is complicated. This article takes you through it step by step.
Updated 19 January 2026 · about 8 min
Dividing property in a Hong Kong divorce: how are MPF and pensions split?
In Hong Kong, divorce is not only the end of a relationship. It also raises complex questions about dividing property, and the assets most often overlooked are MPF and pensions. Many couples assume a pension belongs to one person alone, but in law these assets can be treated as part of the shared property. To protect your rights, you need to understand how the court calculates, divides and deals with MPF and pensions on divorce.
Updated 27 December 2025 · about 11 min
How maintenance is calculated in Hong Kong, how long it must be paid and when it can stop
In Hong Kong, maintenance after divorce is one of the issues both sides care about most. How long must it be paid, and when can it stop? How does the calculation differ from case to case? These questions directly affect your financial burden and living arrangements after divorce. This article explains the basic principles of maintenance in Hong Kong, the factors the court considers and the conditions for ending it, so you understand the financial responsibilities and rights you may face after divorce.
Updated 13 December 2025 · about 5 min
How to search marital status records in Hong Kong
Checking your marriage record may seem a rare thing to do, but it is closely tied to daily life. Hong Kong residents often need to prove their marital status when registering a marriage, applying for proof of divorce or having overseas documents authenticated. Marital status records are kept by the Immigration Department, and there are clear rules on how to make an enquiry. If you know the application procedure and the points to watch, you can get the record more efficiently and handle your personal legal and administrative matters with confidence.
Updated 24 November 2025 · about 5 min
How long must you be separated before a divorce in Hong Kong, and how long does the application take?
How long must you live apart before you can divorce in Hong Kong? Separation periods, proof, and how long the divorce takes, step by step.
Updated 13 November 2025 · about 8 min
How to Divorce When Your Spouse Does Not Agree
Spouse refuses to divorce? Hong Kong law does not require consent. See the legal grounds, how to apply alone and your options if your spouse defends.
Updated 21 October 2025 · about 6 min
Saving your marriage: the core ways to get through a crisis, and how to communicate
A marriage is like a garden that needs constant care, and neglect makes the relationship wither. If you are determined to save your marriage, you need to see that repairing it means going beyond surface problems to the root cause. This article offers effective methods and techniques to help couples rebuild their emotional bond, overcome communication barriers and create a healthier, more fulfilling partnership.
Updated 27 September 2025 · about 7 min
How to rebuild your life after a divorce in Hong Kong
Life after divorce is like opening the first page of a new book, with everyday habits redefined. You have to change the habit of making decisions together, and an empty seat at the table takes getting used to. Yet this time alone also brings unexpected opportunities: to get to know yourself again, to build a new social circle, and even to rediscover the dreams and passions you neglected during the marriage.
Updated 18 September 2025 · about 8 min
Decree Nisi vs Decree Absolute in Hong Kong (2025): The Difference, How Long It Takes and Replacing a Lost Copy
A decree nisi is not yet a divorce. Find out how long it takes to get a decree absolute, and how to replace a lost decree in Hong Kong.
Updated 18 August 2025 · about 6 min
Divorce before your first anniversary: reasons, procedure and conditions
Can you divorce after only a year of marriage? Under the Matrimonial Causes Ordinance (Cap. 179), a marriage must have lasted one year before a divorce can be filed, but in exceptional circumstances you may still ask for an exception to be considered. This article explains the reasons for wanting a divorce within the first year, and the procedure and conditions for applying, to give you clear guidance and help you resolve the marriage lawfully.
Updated 2 August 2025 · about 7 min
The fastest route when both spouses agree: steps, timing and costs
A divorce by mutual consent is the peaceful way many couples end a marriage, but how to finish the process as fast as possible is a common worry. From filing to the divorce taking effect, it helps to know the time needed, the details of the procedure and the costs. This article explains the fastest procedure, the time, the steps and the costs of a divorce by mutual consent, to save you valuable time and unnecessary expense.
Updated 13 July 2025 · about 8 min
Dividing Hong Kong insurance policies when property is divided after divorce
Divorce often brings disputes over dividing property. As a highly private cross-border asset, Hong Kong insurance is seen as a way to “avoid debts, avoid tax and separate risk”, and attracts particular attention for isolating marital risk. When a marriage ends, is insurance bought in Hong Kong included in the property to be divided? This article analyses in detail how insurance policies are divided when property is divided after divorce.
Updated 16 June 2025 · about 7 min
Divorce in Hong Kong when your husband has debts or is bankrupt: debt issues explained
In Hong Kong, dealing with a couple’s debts in a divorce is often a headache, and the debts of one spouse frequently come to light as the marriage ends. When a husband carries huge debts, does his wife have to share them? This involves how responsibility is allocated and how complex the division of property can be. This article analyses a husband’s debts and debt problems in a Hong Kong divorce.
Updated 4 June 2025 · about 8 min
Is remarrying in Hong Kong bigamy? Bigamy compared with legal marriages overseas
Compared with marriages that are legal overseas, Hong Kong takes a stricter legal view of bigamy. Even if a country allows bigamy or having more than one spouse, a Hong Kong resident who remarries abroad without formally ending the first marriage can still be prosecuted for bigamy in Hong Kong. This article explains whether remarrying in Hong Kong is bigamy and compares bigamy with legal marriages overseas.
Updated 17 May 2025 · about 7 min
Changing the name on a flat, divorce mortgages and property title transfers explained
When a couple decide to end their marriage, how the family home is divided does not necessarily follow the ratio of the down payment paid when it was bought. In deciding each side’s interest in the matrimonial home, the court weighs many factors, including each party’s conduct during the marriage and the circumstances of the case as a whole, and rules on the principle of fairness. This article explains what to watch for when a flat is held in only one name, and in dealing with the mortgage and transferring title after divorce.
Updated 17 May 2025 · about 7 min
How to apply in Hong Kong for proof of single status (a “bachelor certificate”), and what it costs
The so-called “bachelor certificate” is also known in Hong Kong as proof of single status. Its formal name is the Certificate of No Marriage Record. Hong Kong people usually use it when preparing to marry on the Mainland, to prove that the applicant is currently single and has no spouse. This article explains how to apply in Hong Kong for proof of single status (the “bachelor certificate”) and what it costs.
Updated 31 March 2025 · about 6 min
Selling a home in Hong Kong: costs, lawyers’ fees and stamp duty explained
Many people think selling a home just means waiting for the buyer to pay. In fact, selling a property involves several hidden costs, including the estate agent’s commission, solicitors’ fees and stamp duty. Owners who do not calculate these carefully may underestimate what a sale costs. This article explains the costs of selling a home, solicitors’ fees for a sale and stamp duty.
Updated 18 March 2025 · about 7 min
Getting married in Hong Kong on the same day: the signing procedure and costs
Whether you hold a grand wedding banquet or simply sign the marriage certificate, and whether you marry at the Marriage Registry, have a solicitor officiate elsewhere, or marry simply at a solicitor’s office, a legal marriage in Hong Kong starts with submitting a notice of intended marriage to the Marriage Registry and arranging the date. This article explains the procedure and costs of a simple same-day marriage registration in Hong Kong.
Updated 5 March 2025 · about 6 min
How to get an immediate, fast divorce: the whole process
People usually marry when they are most in love, and divorce is far from their minds. Yet many well-known people’s marriages have cracked, setting off wide public discussion. This article aims to clear up common misunderstandings about divorce and to explain how a formal divorce can be started straight away. It sets out the whole process of an immediate, fast divorce.
Updated 1 March 2025 · about 6 min
Hong Kong divorce: property title, mortgage division and points to note
As society moves on and attitudes change, ending a marriage has become more common. Yet dividing assets after divorce, especially real estate, savings and shares, is still a thorny issue. People often ask whether the law requires property to be divided equally on divorce. This article looks in detail at title to property, the division of mortgages and the points to note in a Hong Kong divorce.
Updated 1 March 2025 · about 5 min
Mainland and Hong Kong divorce procedures compared, and whether Mainland and Hong Kong residents can divorce in either place
As exchange and openness between the Mainland and Hong Kong grow, many Mainland residents marry Hong Kong people. But marriage is shaped by many factors, and not every couple can grow old together; sometimes the only way to end the relationship is through the law. This article analyses the differences between divorce procedures on the Mainland and in Hong Kong, and whether Mainland and Hong Kong residents can divorce in either place.
Updated 11 February 2025 · about 6 min
Divorce and single-parent families in Hong Kong: support services, allowances and subsidy policies
Divorced single-parent families in Hong Kong can get many kinds of social support as well as financial help. Several specialist organisations offer mutual-help groups for single parents, parenting courses and emotional support. These services help single parents manage the pressures of family and work, and give them a place to share experiences and find emotional support. This article explains support services, allowances and subsidy policies for divorced single-parent families in Hong Kong.
Updated 5 February 2025 · about 6 min
Risks of moving assets before a divorce, and how to avoid having property divided
In Hong Kong, divorce involves more than the emotional break. It also involves dividing and transferring property. This needs careful handling, because an improper transfer of assets may be seen as an attempt to avoid a lawful division of property, with legal consequences. This article explains the risks of transferring assets before divorce and how assets can be protected from being divided.
Updated 5 February 2025 · about 6 min
Family mediation for divorce in Hong Kong: the process, what a family mediator does, and the fees
Family mediation offers a fair setting for negotiation, led by a professional family mediator, to help resolve disputes after a breakdown of the marriage, including custody of the children, the division of property and financial support for a spouse. The process aims to help both sides reach a solution each accepts, laying a solid foundation for the life ahead. This article explains the process of family mediation for divorce in Hong Kong, the family mediator and the fees.
Updated 5 February 2025 · about 7 min
Hong Kong Family Court divorce procedure: online booking, address and forms required
In Hong Kong, whether one person applies or both spouses apply together, divorce involves many steps, legal requirements and documents that must be filed. All divorce procedures go through the Family Court. This article gives a detailed guide to help you understand the process. It explains the Family Court divorce procedure in Hong Kong, how to book online, the address and the forms and documents needed.
Updated 5 February 2025 · about 6 min
Is separation required before divorce? How to prove separation and use the evidence
For a couple going through divorce, it is vital to understand how to prove their separation in law. Under Hong Kong’s legal framework, separation is accepted as a valid ground for divorce. It concerns personal privacy and also legal and financial arrangements for the years ahead. This article explains whether separation is required before divorce, how to prove separation and how to use the evidence.
Updated 5 February 2025 · about 7 min
Inheritance in Hong Kong: the procedure and time limits, and who can act as executor and what powers an executor has
A person who dies may leave many kinds of property, such as bank deposits, cars, shares and real estate. In Hong Kong, dealing with an estate involves a series of complex procedures. Whether you are a beneficiary under a will or facing an estate with no will, it is important to understand the time limits and legal rules for inheriting. This article explains the inheritance procedure and time limits in Hong Kong, and who can be an executor and what powers an executor has.
Updated 5 February 2025 · about 6 min
What to prepare for a Hong Kong divorce: documents, information and points to consider
Anyone facing divorce needs to be well prepared mentally and have a plan. Divorce affects both spouses, and its effect on the children cannot be ignored either. Preparing in advance can reduce the stress of the process and the problems that may arise. This article explains what to prepare for a divorce in Hong Kong, the information you need and what to consider.
Updated 5 February 2025 · about 7 min
Preparing mentally for divorce, and how counselling helps mental health
Divorce is a legal act, and it is also the end of a close relationship. Facing divorce, you have to deal with the legal side of separating and also with the challenge of rebuilding yourself, which often takes strong mental preparation and professional counselling support. This article looks at mental preparation for divorce and how counselling can help your mental health.
Updated 5 February 2025 · about 8 min
An unsatisfying sex life as a reason for divorce
Whether a couple’s sex life is in harmony does not fully reflect how good the relationship is, but it is an important measure of it. A harmonious sex life takes effort and time from both partners, and once the relationship cracks, the quality and frequency of sex are often affected too. This article looks at an unsatisfying sex life as a reason for divorce in Hong Kong, and at ways to deal with it.
Updated 5 February 2025 · about 7 min
Affairs, Divorce, Property and Maintenance in Hong Kong
Proof of an affair rarely gets you a bigger share. Hong Kong courts do not pass moral judgement on a couple's emotional wrongs when dividing assets.
Updated 5 February 2025 · about 7 min
Divorced parents: can the child allowance be claimed together with the single parent allowance?
To support single-parent families financially, the Hong Kong Government has introduced a tax relief called the “single parent allowance”. Eligible single parents can deduct an extra amount when calculating tax, which lowers their overall tax burden. The tax relief gives a basic allowance and also lets you claim an additional allowance, easing financial pressure further. This article explains whether a divorced person can claim the single parent allowance as well as the child allowance.
Updated 5 February 2025 · about 4 min
Wills explained: how the everyday term differs from the formal one, the cost of making a will, the format and the benefits
Any adult aged 18 or over can make a will. It sets out how a person’s estate is to be distributed after they die. Making a will ensures your estate is distributed as you wish, and avoids legal disputes and family conflict when there is no will. This article explains how the everyday term differs from the formal one, the cost of making a will, the format and the benefits.
Updated 5 February 2025 · about 5 min
How to Replace a Lost Hong Kong Birth Certificate: Booking, Application and Registration Steps
Birth registration and birth certificates both need a booking. Steps, documents needed and how to replace a lost Hong Kong birth certificate.
Updated 5 February 2025 · about 3 min
Divorcing a missing spouse: the petition and other ways to serve documents
In Hong Kong, you can still apply for divorce if your spouse has gone missing. Hong Kong law allows this in certain circumstances. The applicant must show that they cannot contact the other person. They also need to place a notice seeking the person by lawful means, and give the court enough evidence that they made every effort to find the other person without success. This article looks in depth at divorcing a missing spouse, the petition and other ways to serve documents.
Updated 5 February 2025 · about 4 min
How long must you wait to remarry after divorce in Hong Kong, and what is the procedure?
In Hong Kong, the share of people marrying again is rising year by year. Official figures show that in 2020, 23.4% of all registered marriages were remarriages after divorce. Remarrying after divorce in Hong Kong is not an easy road. As attitudes change, divorce is more and more accepted, but remarriage still faces many cultural, emotional and legal challenges. This article looks in depth at how long you must wait to remarry after divorce in Hong Kong, and the procedure.
Updated 5 February 2025 · about 6 min
Changing a surname in Hong Kong, and deed poll basics
As the saying goes, fate matters, but choosing a good name matters just as much. We will not discuss fortune-telling here, but we can look at the legal conditions for changing a name in Hong Kong: is there a limit on how many times you can change it? Can you change your surname? Are there words you cannot use? This article explains the procedure for changing a surname in Hong Kong and the deed poll.
Updated 5 February 2025 · about 5 min
A wedding budget plan, with an Excel template
Marriage marks a new stage of life, and it comes with high costs. From the banquet to wedding photos to small items that seem trivial, each one can send the budget out of control. Fortunately, we have prepared a list covering all the main wedding expenses, to help couples-to-be plan their budget effectively. This article explains how to plan a wedding budget, with an Excel template.
Updated 5 February 2025 · about 6 min
Wedding emcee pay, what a wedding MC does, and price recommendations
If the couple are the stars of the wedding, the MC is the hero behind the scenes. The role goes well beyond creating atmosphere. The MC must control the flow of the whole wedding precisely, link every part, and communicate and coordinate effectively with everyone responsible for each part, to make sure the wedding goes smoothly. This article explains wedding emcee pay, what a wedding MC does and price recommendations.
Updated 5 February 2025 · about 7 min
Preparing your wedding vows: Chinese and Western examples and versions
Wedding vows are a heartfelt promise, carrying the couple’s shared dreams and commitment for the future. These words affirm the sacred union of marriage and, at the wedding, declare that the marriage is legally established. When the two say them solemnly at the wedding, their relationship receives formal legal recognition. This article explains how to prepare wedding vows, with Chinese and Western examples and versions.
Updated 5 February 2025 · about 6 min
Dividing assets on divorce in Hong Kong, and how to protect yours
Hong Kong is sometimes called the “divorce capital of Asia”, because in dividing matrimonial property the courts generally take an equal division as the starting point. This is sometimes misunderstood to mean that property is automatically split equally in every divorce. It is not a fixed rule: each case is considered on its own circumstances. This article looks in detail at how assets are divided in a Hong Kong divorce and how to prevent them from being divided.
Updated 5 February 2025 · about 7 min
Renting a wedding dress: what to watch for, rental recommendations and a full price guide
Some say the day you wear a wedding dress is the most beautiful day of a woman’s life, so the choice of dress is an important part of a bride’s wedding plans. Many bridal shops in Hong Kong rent out wedding dresses, including many designer gowns that make a bride look her loveliest. This article explains what to watch for when renting a wedding dress, rental recommendations and prices.
Updated 5 February 2025 · about 7 min
What is an emotional affair? A guide to the definition and the warning signs in a partner
Wedding rings are a promise the couple share. When both sincerely exchange rings, it means their lives are joined from that moment and they will be together for life. Choosing a distinctive pair of wedding rings should reflect your happy memories, look perfect at the wedding itself and be comfortable to wear every day. A pair like that is not easy to find. This article explains wedding rings, engagement rings and how to wear a pair of wedding rings, with price recommendations.
Updated 5 February 2025 · about 6 min
Divorce advice in Tuen Mun
Wherever you are in Tuen Mun or Hong Kong, if your marriage has broken down, we can introduce you to the most affordable divorce solicitor in Tuen Mun and arrange a “fast divorce method” (a divorce can be completed in 6-7 months). If you need a divorce solicitor recommendation in Tuen Mun, we can arrange for a divorce consultant to come to Sheung Shui or any district for a divorce consultation.
Updated 5 February 2025 · about 5 min
Tsuen Wan divorce help
For residents of Tsuen Wan and elsewhere in Hong Kong, we introduce the most affordable divorce solicitors and offer a “fast divorce method”. We also give specific divorce solicitor recommendations for Tsuen Wan, and can come to Tsuen Wan and other districts to give you a divorce consultation.
Updated 5 February 2025 · about 5 min
Divorce solicitor recommendations in Mong Kok
Wherever you are in Mong Kok or Hong Kong, if your marriage has broken down, or you need a divorce solicitor recommendation in Mong Kok or a fast divorce, contact us. We can arrange for a divorce consultant to come to Mong Kok or any district for a divorce consultation.
Updated 5 February 2025 · about 4 min
Divorce advice in Yuen Long
Wherever you live, our experienced divorce team offers quality service, from New Territories customary law to modern business, including divorce procedure.
Updated 5 February 2025 · about 5 min
Principles for dividing property in a Hong Kong divorce
When dividing property on divorce, the judge considers both spouses’ assets and borrowings, their earning capacity, and their future earning capacity. If the two separate peacefully and can divide property calmly and reach terms both accept, that is the best outcome.
Updated 5 February 2025 · about 7 min
Failing to pay maintenance: the consequences, and how to recover it
In real life, many people must pay maintenance because of an unequal income in the marriage. Usually the husband pays the wife. But if the wife has enough financial means, the husband can also ask her for maintenance.
Updated 5 February 2025 · about 6 min
Separation agreement template and how to prove separation
Judicial separation means you stay married but live apart, and you cannot remarry. The court first needs proper arrangements for the children.
Updated 5 February 2025 · about 4 min
How to replace a marriage certificate
If the applicant registered a marriage in Hong Kong and wants a certified copy of the marriage certificate, he or she can apply for the record to be searched and for a certified copy of the marriage certificate.
Updated 5 February 2025 · about 5 min
Divorce Advice in Sheung Shui
Marriage broken down in Sheung Shui or anywhere in Hong Kong? Contact us about a fast divorce. A consultant can meet you in Sheung Shui or your district.
Updated 4 February 2025 · about 5 min
Divorce mediation in Hong Kong: the process and its benefits
Divorce is never a simple process, and one alternative is becoming more and more popular in Hong Kong: divorce mediation. In this post we take a close look at what divorce mediation is, how it works and the benefits it offers.
Updated 27 August 2024 · about 3 min
Hong Kong Birth Certificates and Deed Poll Name Changes: Procedures and Limits Explained
Registering a baby’s birth is a parent’s legal duty. How to get a Hong Kong birth certificate, replace copies, and the rules on name changes.
Updated 26 May 2024 · about 10 min
Divorce and the BNO Visa: divorce in Hong Kong or the UK?
Divorcing while moving to the UK on a BNO Visa: how it affects you, and whether to divorce in Hong Kong or the UK.
Updated 29 March 2024 · about 6 min
LGBT Rights, Same-Sex Marriage, Social Welfare and Divorce in Hong Kong: The Debates Explained
How Hong Kong law treats same-sex couples: marriage, overseas marriages, welfare rights, divorce and the outlook for legalisation.
Updated 3 January 2024 · about 8 min
Staying together for the children: the myth, and the pros and cons of divorce for children
Many couples who are unhappy together do not divorce, usually because of the children, and they stay together for their sake. Of course, it is good for children to have both parents around, but if they live with constant arguments and silence between the two, have you thought about how the children feel? What really benefits them? This article explains.
Updated 3 January 2024 · about 5 min
Hong Kong divorce agreements, petitions and joint applications explained
When divorcing in Hong Kong, the divorce agreement must be in writing, signed by both parties in person, and approved by the Hong Kong court or the marriage registration authority before it has legal effect. This is one of the things required to complete the divorce procedure. The agreement records that both sides want the divorce voluntarily, and what they have agreed on matters such as the care of the children and the division of property. This article explains it in detail.
Updated 3 January 2024 · about 6 min
Becoming a solicitor in Hong Kong: entry requirements, income and the work
How much do solicitors earn in Hong Kong, and what is the difference between a solicitor and a barrister? Lawyers tend to have a glamorous image, and people generally assume they are well paid and high achievers. Is that true? This article explains the entry requirements, income and work of a Hong Kong solicitor.
Updated 3 January 2024 · about 5 min
What happens to the property and mortgage after divorce
When a couple divorce, a property they hold with a mortgage may be affected, and they may be unable to take out a mortgage. Banks in particular worry that a couple may be divorcing to avoid repaying debts after bankruptcy.
Updated 3 January 2024 · about 3 min
What to know about affairs and infidelity in divorce in Hong Kong
Infidelity can happen in any culture or society, and Hong Kong is no exception. However, certain cultural and social factors in Hong Kong affect how common infidelity is and how it is perceived.
Updated 3 January 2024 · about 3 min
Marriage counselling organisations in Hong Kong: an introduction, marriage counselling hotlines and fees
Every marriage is unique, shaped by personality, background, values and more. After marrying, two people go through different experiences of life, growth and change, and along the way they may meet difficulties and friction, feel disappointed or helpless, feel low about their spouse or themselves, or even want to give up.
Updated 3 January 2024 · about 6 min
The best ways to nurture a marriage in Hong Kong
Building a successful relationship is an ongoing journey that takes constant effort and commitment. A key part of a thriving marriage is that each partner supports the other in reaching their personal goals.
Updated 3 January 2024 · about 3 min
Benefits of family mediation for Hong Kong families
As in the rest of the world, family disputes and conflicts are common in Hong Kong. Disputes over divorce, custody and the division of property can be emotional and hard to resolve. When these disputes escalate, they can have serious consequences for the family, including financial strain, damaged relationships and long-term harm to children.
Updated 3 January 2024 · about 4 min
Is a sexless marriage in Hong Kong a warning sign of divorce?
Have you ever lived through a sexless marriage? It is a more common problem than many people realise. Research estimates that 10% of couples go through a long period of little or no sexual activity.
Updated 3 January 2024 · about 3 min
Does marriage counselling in Hong Kong help?
Hong Kong has one of the highest divorce rates in the world. According to the Census and Statistics Department, there were more than 21,000 divorces in the city in 2019. Many factors contribute to the high divorce rate, but one common problem is a lack of effective communication and problem-solving skills between couples.
Updated 3 January 2024 · about 4 min
Signs of a failing marriage in Hong Kong: the effects of emotional neglect and the right time to divorce
Some people think divorce is the only way out, but divorce is never easy. Finding the point in a relationship where you can divorce safely can be a long and painful journey. If you are in a state of confusion, consulting a marriage expert is the best first step for you, your partner and your children. But if counselling brings no progress, or the family situation gets worse, it is time to consider divorce seriously. This article analyses emotional neglect, the signs of a failing marriage in Hong Kong, and the right time to divorce.
Updated 3 January 2024 · about 4 min
Dating after divorce: challenges, opportunities and points to watch
Even when your marriage has ended, do not give up on finding love. Starting to date again after divorce is much easier than you might think. Even if your previous marriage did not end happily, it does not mean you will never meet your Prince Charming or princess. Perhaps they are stuck in another unhappy marriage, waiting to meet you later in life. Do not give up looking for true love, because it may be closer than you think. This article looks at the challenges and opportunities of dating after divorce, and what to watch for.
Updated 26 May 2023 · about 7 min
When a spouse is deep in debt and does not change: thinking about divorce
When a spouse gambles, borrows from others, runs up debts, or has creditors turning up at the door, this seriously affects the marriage. In that case, you should talk to your spouse as early as possible and seek professional help on how to deal with the debts. If the situation is serious, you can consider separation or divorce. This article looks at the link between a spouse’s debts and divorce, and how to handle the situation.
Updated 26 May 2023 · about 5 min
Spot the common mistakes in the divorce process, and do not let emotion take over
When a marriage runs into problems, some people rush to divorce and sign agreements regardless of the consequences. After the divorce, problems then appear: maintenance, access, debts and other matters were never settled. This article therefore sums up the common mistakes in divorce. We suggest you understand your rights and the legal procedure before divorcing, and act with care, to avoid problems later.
Updated 26 May 2023 · about 5 min
Helping children adjust to a new family after divorce, so that children in a remarried, blended family grow up well
A stepfamily is more complicated than an ordinary family, in the relationships between spouses, parents and children and siblings, and in how the family functions. Before deciding to remarry, a couple should prepare mentally, understand how the family stands and appreciate what each member expects. This article looks at how children adjust to a new family after divorce, so that children in blended families grow up healthy.
Updated 26 May 2023 · about 6 min
Is divorce or separation better? The pros and cons of divorce and separation
Ending a relationship is hugely stressful for anyone. You may feel a confusing run of painful emotions, or be overwhelmed by the real reasons for the break-up. Should you divorce straight away or separate first? When there is no love left in a marriage, do you stay separated and put off divorce, or face divorce directly? And why do some people choose to separate and delay divorce? This article discusses these questions.
Updated 26 May 2023 · about 7 min
How social media and technology can become a catalyst for divorce in Hong Kong
Social media is a way for people to interact and to share information and views about life. It can be a good medium, and also a source of pain. Many people are hooked on social media, and in Hong Kong it has even sown the seeds of divorce. This article analyses the effect of social media and technology on divorce and online affairs in Hong Kong.
Updated 26 May 2023 · about 3 min
Communication Tips for Couples Who Want to Avoid Divorce or a Break-up
Good communication between spouses means telling your partner what you really think and listening to what they think. It is one key to a stronger marriage.
Updated 26 May 2023 · about 3 min
How to support a friend going through divorce in Hong Kong
Divorce is a difficult and emotional process for anyone, but it can be especially hard for people going through it in a culture that may not always understand or support the decision.
Updated 26 May 2023 · about 2 min
How couples can keep their marriage strong and prevent divorce
One of the most important parts of a healthy, successful marriage is effective communication. Poor communication leads to misunderstanding and resentment, and eventually to the breakdown of the relationship. It is important to talk openly with your partner, and just as important to do so respectfully and without confrontation.
Updated 26 May 2023 · about 3 min
What women should think about and prepare before divorcing
There is still a common belief in society that divorce is a failure and a misfortune, and many couples with relationship problems do not want to face it or deal with it. In fact, divorce is not that frightening, and can even be a chance to start life again. Still, there is a lot to consider before divorcing. This article looks at what to prepare before divorce and what to know first.
Updated 26 May 2023 · about 5 min
Is a wife always entitled to half the assets on divorce?
In a divorce case, assets in Hong Kong and overseas must both be counted. Disputes over dividing property can usually be settled out of court, and 7 to 8 out of every 10 cases are resolved this way.
Updated 26 May 2023 · about 5 min
How divorce affects children in Hong Kong, and ways to support them
Divorce is a difficult and emotional process for everyone, but it can be especially hard for children. The statistics are clear: children of divorced parents are more likely to have emotional and behavioural problems, and may struggle with long-term effects on their mental and physical health.
Updated 26 May 2023 · about 4 min
Divorce Lawyer Fees: How to Reduce What You Pay
Divorce is hard and emotional, and hiring a divorce lawyer adds stress and cost. Learn what divorce lawyers do and why their fees are so high.
Updated 26 May 2023 · about 4 min
Rebuilding your life after divorce: how to look after yourself and start again
Starting a second life after divorce: anything in life can become a reason for divorce! 5 ways to adjust your mindset after divorce, so you can reset and start again! Divorce is not about insisting on winning or losing, but a mature decision after both sides have tried.
Updated 26 May 2023 · about 2 min
Advice on preparing before a divorce
Many people do not agree these matters in detail when they divorce. This is how a chain of family problems begins: disputes carry on after the divorce, and a court may even have to settle them through legal proceedings.
Updated 26 May 2023 · about 2 min
Domestic violence in Hong Kong: definition, effects and where to get help
Domestic violence occurs in almost every society. It can be emotional abuse, physical abuse, sexual abuse or financial abuse. People who are abused at home over a long period suffer trauma in body and mind, especially women and children. We must therefore bring abusers to justice, and prosecutors play an important part in that process.
Updated 26 May 2023 · about 5 min
How do the procedures differ when both spouses agree to divorce, and when one applies alone?
The procedure for a divorce by mutual consent is not the same as for an application made without the other spouse’s consent. The following explains what a formal divorce procedure involves. The two simplest ways to divorce are these: one spouse files a petition for divorce, or both spouses agree and apply together.
Updated 26 May 2023 · about 2 min
How divorce and maintenance are connected
Divorce is not just two people parting. It means the end of a once very close relationship, and divorce and maintenance are closely linked. Before you fight for maintenance, you first need to understand its purpose: to make sure that neither spouse’s basic standard of living suffers because of the divorce.
Updated 26 May 2023 · about 3 min
Common reasons and grounds for divorce in Hong Kong
What is the biggest cause of divorce, really? Keeping a marriage going is not easy, and if parting is a relief for both sides, that is not a bad thing.
Updated 27 January 2023 · about 3 min
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