For many Filipinos, the dream of a second chance at love often hits a legal roadblock known as the "foreign divorce" rule.The short answer is: Yes, you can remarry, but it is not an automatic process. The Essential Requirement: Judicial Recognition Many people mistakenly believe that simply presenting a foreign divorce decree at the Local Civil Reg

Navigating the legalities of marriage and divorce in the Philippines can be complex, especially since the country remains one of the few in the world without a domestic divorce law. Under Article 26 of the Family Code of the Philippines, a foreign divorce can be recognized, allowing the Filipino spouse to regain their capacity to remarry.The Essen