NRI Mutual Divorce · FAM Legal
Living abroad.
Married in India.
We handle the
divorce from here.
If both spouses agree to separate, geography is not a barrier. FAM Legal manages the entire mutual divorce process in Indian Family Courts — documents, hearings, and the final decree — while you remain wherever you are in the world.
NRI fee
₹60,000
Both spouses · All-inclusive
- ₹1,000 — Divorce Application
- ₹9,000 — Divorce Petition
- ₹25,000 — First Motion
- ₹25,000 — Second Motion
- No travel to India required
- SPoA or online hearing options
- Decree couriered internationally
20+
Countries served USA, UK, Canada, UAE & more
8
Indian cities covered Across major Family Courts
10+
Years of experience In NRI divorce cases
0
Court visits required Via SPoA or online hearing
₹60K
All-inclusive fee Both spouses · 4 instalments
Who this is for
NRI couples who agree to separate — regardless of where they live
If both husband and wife mutually consent to end the marriage, and the case has a connection to an Indian city where we operate — through residence, marriage, or address proof — we can handle the entire process without either spouse travelling to India.
Eligibility
You can file NRI mutual divorce if —
- Both spouses mutually agree to end the marriage
- The marriage is at least one year old
- Either spouse has address proof or marriage proof in one of our operating cities
- The marriage was solemnized under Indian law — Hindu Marriage Act, Special Marriage Act, Christian Marriage Act, or Parsi Marriage Act
- Both parties agree on child custody, alimony, and asset division terms before filing
Cities we operate in
Family Courts where we file your case
Jurisdiction is established if either spouse has address proof or marriage proof in any of these cities. A rent agreement may or may not be accepted depending on the specific Family Court.
Countries we have assisted clients from
Completing court proceedings
Two ways to appear in court — without travelling to India
Indian Family Courts require representation during hearings. For NRIs who cannot travel, there are two legally recognised options. FAM Legal will advise which path is appropriate for your specific court and city.
Option 1 — Recommended
Appoint a Special Power of Attorney (SPoA)
An SPoA authorises a trusted family member in India to appear in court on your behalf. This is the most widely accepted and reliable option across all Family Courts in our operating cities.
Option 2 — Subject to court approval
Request an Online / Video Conference Hearing
Some Family Courts permit NRI spouses to appear via video conference instead of physical attendance. FAM Legal files a formal application requesting this on your behalf — the final decision rests with the judge.
Understanding SPoA
What exactly is a Special Power of Attorney?
An SPoA is a formal legal document that grants a specific, limited authority to another person — your agent — to act on your behalf for a defined purpose only. It is distinct from a General Power of Attorney, which grants broad financial or legal control. The SPoA for NRI mutual divorce is restricted solely to your divorce proceedings and expires automatically once the decree is issued.
Limited scope
Applies only to tasks explicitly stated — attending hearings, signing court documents, and collecting the divorce decree. Nothing beyond that.
Fully revocable
You can cancel the SPoA at any time before the proceedings are complete, if circumstances change.
Not transferable
Your appointed agent cannot delegate this authority to anyone else. The responsibility stays with the person you named.
Automatically terminates
The SPoA ceases to have effect once the divorce decree is issued and collected. No ongoing authority is created.
Step by step
How NRI mutual divorce works — from application to decree
Every step is managed remotely. You do not need to visit India at any point in the process — unless you choose to travel for the court hearings, in which case the NRI fee surcharge is waived.
Online · Fee ₹1,000
Fill the application form and pay
One spouse fills out the Mutual Divorce Application Form online and pays ₹1,000. We send a confidential email to both spouses asking them to confirm their decision. Both must reply with “Yes” to proceed. We do not call or WhatsApp without your request.
Razorpay · Secure paymentRemote · Fee ₹9,000
Share settlement terms and documents
Both spouses finalise their mutual divorce terms — child custody, alimony, maintenance, asset division — and share them with us over email. We also collect address proof, marriage proof, and ID documents from both parties at this stage.
Drafting · Included in ₹9,000
We draft the divorce petition and SPoA
FAM Legal prepares the complete mutual divorce petition incorporating all agreed terms, along with the Special Power of Attorney document if needed. We share both drafts with you for review before finalising. For online hearing requests, the application is also prepared at this stage.
Your action · Abroad
Sign and execute documents from your country
We courier the petition to your international address. You sign it before a local notary. For the SPoA, you execute it at the Indian High Commission or Embassy in your country. We provide detailed, step-by-step instructions for both.
Indian High Commission or local notaryCourt · Fee ₹25,000
First Motion hearing in Family Court
Once all documents are received, we file the case in the appropriate Family Court. The First Motion hearing is scheduled. Your SPoA agent attends on your behalf, or you appear via video conference if the court has approved online hearing. The judge records statements and the case proceeds.
Waiting period
Cooling-off period and mediation
After the First Motion, there is a mandatory six-month cooling-off period unless you apply for a waiver. Most courts grant waivers to NRI couples on humanitarian grounds, as requiring multiple trips to India is considered an undue burden. We file the waiver application on your behalf.
Waiver commonly granted for NRIsCourt · Fee ₹25,000
Second Motion hearing and divorce decree
Both spouses reaffirm their consent before the judge at the Second Motion hearing — again through your SPoA agent or via video conference. Once satisfied, the judge grants the mutual divorce. The court issues two certified divorce decrees, one for each spouse.
Final step
Decree couriered to your international address
Upon receiving the certified divorce decrees from the court, we courier them to both spouses at their respective international addresses. The Indian mutual divorce decree is legally recognised globally and is valid for all official purposes including visa applications, remarriage, and property matters.
Internationally valid decreeTransparent pricing
NRI mutual divorce fees — paid in four instalments
The total fee is ₹60,000 for NRI clients — covering both spouses, all court appearances through your SPoA or online hearings, petition drafting, and the final decree. Paid only when each stage is reached, never upfront in full.
Fee structure — NRI clients
Both spouses covered · All-inclusive · No hidden charges
Everything included in ₹60,000
- Mutual divorce petition — fully drafted by a Family Court advocate
- Special Power of Attorney document — drafted and instructions provided
- Court representation through SPoA agent at all hearings
- Waiver application for 6-month cooling-off period
- All court filing fees and advocate appearance fees
- Coordination with your SPoA agent throughout
- International courier of both certified divorce decrees
- WhatsApp and email updates at every stage
Why FAM Legal
What NRI clients ask us before they commit
Trusting a law firm from abroad — with a matter as serious as divorce — takes more than a polished website. These are the real concerns NRI clients raise before engaging us, and our honest answers.
“How do I know you won’t disappear after taking my money?”
Our fee structure is designed around this concern. You pay ₹1,000 to begin — nothing more until you have seen our work, reviewed the petition draft, and decided to proceed. Each subsequent payment is made only when the next stage is actually ready. You are never asked to pay for work that hasn’t happened.
“Will the Indian divorce decree be valid in my country?”
A mutual consent divorce decree from an Indian Family Court is recognised internationally in most countries — including the US, UK, Canada, Australia, UAE, and EU nations — because both parties consented to the jurisdiction of the Indian court. We recommend verifying with a local attorney in your country for specific requirements such as registration.
“What if my spouse is in a different country than me?”
This is common and entirely manageable. Each spouse independently signs their documents before a local notary or Indian High Commission in their respective country. Both spouses do not need to be in the same location at any point in the process. We coordinate across time zones.
Exclusive focus on mutual divorce
FAM Legal handles only mutual consent divorce cases. We do not take contested divorce, property disputes, or other family law matters. This means every system, every document template, and every advocate on our team is optimised for exactly what you need.
- No generalist family lawyers handling your case on the side
- Petition templates refined across hundreds of NRI cases
- Deep familiarity with each city’s Family Court procedures
How we stay in touch with you
Distance creates communication anxiety. We address this directly — you will never be left wondering what stage your case is at.
- WhatsApp updates at every stage milestone
- All documents shared over email with clear explanations
- Video consultation available at ₹1,500 before you commit
- Lawyers available Monday to Saturday, 10 am to 8 pm IST
- Time zone coordination for calls — we work around your schedule
Client experiences
NRI couples who completed their divorce with us
Names changed for confidentiality. Real experiences shared with consent.
We were both in the US — my spouse in California, me in New Jersey. I honestly didn’t think an Indian divorce was possible without flying back. FAM Legal handled everything. My brother in Delhi was the SPoA, attended both hearings, and the decree was couriered to us within a week of the final hearing. The whole process took under three months.
My biggest worry was whether the Indian divorce would be recognised here in the UK. The lawyers explained clearly that mutual consent decrees are accepted internationally. Everything was handled by email and WhatsApp. I never had to visit India.
I was in Canada, my spouse was still in Bangalore. We had already agreed on all terms but had no idea how to proceed. FAM Legal guided us step by step. My spouse attended the hearings in person since they were already in Bangalore, and we paid the resident Indian fee — not the NRI fee.
We are based in Dubai. The SPoA process sounded complicated at first but the instructions were very clear — exactly which Embassy to visit, what to carry, how to sign. Our parents in Gurgaon handled the court appearances. Smooth from start to finish.
NRI Mutual Divorce FAQ
For an Online Mutual Divorce, an NRI needs to have their Mutual Divorce Petition attested by the Indian High Commission or through a local notary. This petition should include an application requesting an online hearing with the Judge.
A Special Power of Attorney (SPoA) for NRI Mutual Divorce is a legal document that authorizes a family member to act on behalf of the NRI spouse during the mutual divorce process.
Mutual Divorce Lawyer follows followings steps to appoint Special Power of Attorney (SPoA) for NRI Mutual Divorce:
- Choose the Agent: Select any adult family member to act as the agent (attorney-in-fact) on the NRI spouse’s behalf. It is crucial to appoint someone who understands the responsibilities involved.
- Provide Documents: Share the ID/address proof document for yourself and the agent.
- Finalize the SPoA Draft: Once we get the required information and documents from you, we prepare the SPoA document that clearly defines the powers granted to the appointed agent for handling the NRI Mutual Divorce proceedings. We share the draft with you so that you check and finalize it.
- Execute the SPoA: We email you the clear instructions on how to sign and execute the SPoA before the Indian High Commission.
Yes, an NRI can file for mutual divorce in the country where they are currently residing. The ability to do so depends on the laws and regulations of the country in which the NRI is living. Different countries have varying residency requirements for filing for divorce. Some may require a specific period of residency before allowing a divorce to be filed. NRIs must be aware of and meet these requirements.
NRIs seeking mutual divorce can consult with legal professionals of the country in which they are living. These experts can provide guidance on the specific procedures and requirements relevant to the jurisdiction in which the divorce is being pursued.
Yes, a foreign mutual divorce decree is considered valid in India. India acknowledges foreign mutual divorce decrees that have been legally obtained and comply with the laws of the respective country. The decree must be both final and conclusive in the foreign jurisdiction.
It’s important to understand that a mutual divorce decree is distinct from a contested divorce decree. In mutual divorce, both the husband and wife agree to the divorce and submit to the jurisdiction of a foreign court. This is why such decrees are accepted as valid.
Conversely, if a divorce is contested, it may be challenged and deemed invalid by Indian courts if they find it appropriate to do so.
- The total fees for an NRI mutual divorce case is ₹60,000.
- This fee covers both parties (husband and wife) in court and is divided into 4 installments:
- ₹1,000 for Divorce Application,
- ₹9,000 for Divorce Petition,
- ₹25,000 for First Motion, and
- ₹25,000 for Second Motion.
You are abroad.
Your marriage was in India.
We close this chapter for you — from here.
Fill the application online in under five minutes. Pay ₹1,000 to begin. We handle everything from there — petition, SPoA, hearings, and the decree couriered to your door.