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.