You can divorce a foreign spouse in the US

Yes, ending a marriage is challenging for both spouses. It involves not only emotional stress, but also dealing with numerous legal processes. But we're here to help!  You can divorce your foreign spouse in the US, regardless of whether your marriage was registered in the US or abroad. However, if you got married abroad, it's essential that you, as a US citizen, file for the divorce first in a US court.  However, you must first comply with the residency requirements of the state where you intend to file for divorce. It means you must live in the state for a specific amount of time before a court can accept your divorce petition. The residential period is usually six months, but some states have different requirements.  Before filing for divorce, it's desirable to consider how a divorce may affect your foreign spouse. If you get a divorce within two years of your marriage, your spouse may lose their residency status in the US. Divorce also postpones the receiving of citizenship by your foreign spouse for two years. Apart from that, international conventions and the laws of your spouse's country of residence may influence the division of your assets and child support.  We advise you to consider contacting a divorce lawyer. Hiring a lawyer reduces stress, helps you achieve a better outcome, and mitigates further litigation risks.