How does divorce work in Hong Kong and how long does it take?

You can petition for divorce in Hong Kong if the marriage has broken down irretrievably, shown by facts such as one year's separation with consent, two years' without, unreasonable behaviour or adultery. You generally must have been married at least one year. An uncontested divorce usually takes around 4–6 months from filing to decree absolute; contested cases, or disputes over children, maintenance and property, take considerably longer. Mediation is encouraged and often reduces cost. This is general information, not legal advice.

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