Are you living in the UK but want to get divorced in Poland? It’s possible – even without having to travel back for every court hearing. At LexBridgeLegal, we support Polish nationals living in the UK through divorce proceedings with minimal personal involvement, providing full legal assistance in Poland.
Can You Get Divorced in Poland While Living Abroad?
Yes. If you’re a Polish citizen, you have the right to file for divorce in a Polish court – even if both spouses currently live outside of Poland.
In most cases, a Polish court will have jurisdiction if:
- One of the spouses has a registered address in Poland,
- The couple’s last shared place of residence was in Poland,
- Both parties agree that the divorce should take place before a Polish court.
Do You Have to Be Present at the Hearing?
In many cases, Polish courts allow parties to be questioned remotely – e.g. via Teams or other video conferencing tools. This applies especially to:
- No-fault divorces,
- Cases without disputes over children,
- Situations where both spouses consent to the divorce.
However, not all courts approve remote participation. Sometimes, personal presence may be required – especially if the court has doubts about the circumstances surrounding the breakdown of the marriage.
With our assistance, your involvement can be reduced to a minimum, but each case is assessed individually.
How Does a Remote Divorce Work – Step by Step?
- Consultation – we discuss your situation and your goals.
- Preparation of the divorce petition – we draft and file it in the appropriate Polish court.
- Granting power of attorney – you sign documents in the UK so we can act on your behalf.
- Court proceedings – we represent you, request remote hearings if needed, and manage all filings.
- Divorce judgment – we deliver the final decision and guide you through follow-up steps (e.g. civil registry updates).
What Documents Are Needed?
- Marriage certificate (from the Civil Registry Office),
- Birth certificates of children (if applicable),
- Contact information and details for both spouses,
- Power of attorney for our law firm,
- Optional: Evidence of marital breakdown (if one party seeks fault-based divorce).
How Long Does It Take?
- Uncontested cases (no fault): usually between 3 and 12 months,
- Contested cases or those involving children: timelines depend on court schedule and case complexity.
With legal assistance, the process moves more efficiently and all formalities are handled correctly.
What Are the Costs?
- Court fee: 600 PLN,
- Legal representation: fees agreed individually depending on the nature of the case.
At LexBridgeLegal, we provide transparent pricing and comprehensive support – including communication with the court.
You can handle the entire divorce remotely – with our help.
Contact us and we’ll explain your options and guide you through the entire process from A to Z.
