Getting divorced in a foreign country can feel overwhelming, especially when you are dealing with a legal system in a language you don’t speak. At Dave Higgins Office, we specialize in streamlining this process for US citizens living in Okinawa.
Recently, I had the pleasure of finalizing a divorce for two US citizens here in Okinawa. As you can see in the photo above, I am holding their two finalized Divorce Decrees—fully certified, translated, and Apostille authenticated.
One distinct advantage of using our service is how we handle the final paperwork. While our primary focus is guiding you through the Japanese Family Court procedures, we believe in complete service until the very end. That is why we Apostille your Divorce Decrees at no extra charge.
While many agencies charge separately for this critical step, we include it for our divorce clients to ensure your documents are not just valid in Japan, but ready for recognition in the United States. We provide the original Japanese decree alongside a certified English translation. This translation is essential for the decree to be recognized by US authorities, allowing you to update your marital status back home with confidence.
If you are a US citizen in Okinawa navigating a separation, let us handle the bureaucracy, the translation, and the authentication, so you can focus on moving forward.