Divorce lawyer for NRIs in Australia
In Australia a divorce, a property settlement and parenting arrangements are three separate matters, and an Indian marriage needs a fourth: an Indian decree. Advocate Aayush Agarwal helps clients in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide put these pieces in order.
Four tracks, one family
- Australian divorce under the Family Law Act 1975, based on twelve months of separation, which can be counted even if you lived under the same roof, and lodged online through the Commonwealth Courts Portal.
- Property settlement in Australia, which must be started within twelve months of the divorce taking effect.
- Parenting arrangements by agreement or court order.
- Indian decree if you want the marriage ended for Indian purposes or you own property in India.
Authentication with the foreign affairs department
Australia and India are both parties to the Hague Apostille Convention. Australian documents are normally given an apostille by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. Check current steps before signing.
Visas and parenting orders
- A partner or temporary visa can be affected by separation, so take immigration advice.
- If a child may travel to India, parenting orders should say so clearly.
- An Australian divorce is not automatically recognised in India; an Indian court examines it.
Mornings in India, afternoons in Australia
Australia is 4.5 to 5.5 hours ahead of India, depending on the state and season. A call at 4 pm in Sydney reaches India around late morning, a good time for court-related updates.
Our offices
Head office — Meerut
GF-271/5, Jagriti Vihar Extension-11,Meerut, Uttar Pradesh 250001
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Branch office — Gurugram
LGF, R13 SG 92-2, SG City, Sector 92,Gurugram, Haryana 122505
Office hours: Monday–Saturday, 10:00–19:00. Phone and WhatsApp: any time.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I divorce in India while living in Australia?
Usually yes. A Special Power of Attorney and video hearings cover most steps.
Does an Australian divorce end my marriage in India?
Not automatically. An Indian court examines a foreign decree.
Is the property settlement part of the divorce?
No. In Australia it is a separate process with its own time limit, which is why we plan it alongside the Indian case.
Can we talk in Australian business hours?
Yes. Calls are scheduled for your afternoon or evening, which falls in the Indian morning.