If you are a US citizen, service member, or SOFA personnel stationed in Japan, navigating a divorce might feel overwhelming, especially when you are thousands of miles away from home. Many people assume they need to file back in their home state or travel to Guam to finalize their separation.
However, getting divorced right here in Okinawa is actually much better, easier, and fully legally recognized in the United States. At the Dave Higgins Office, we specialize in helping US citizens easily navigate the local Family Court system, saving you both time and stress.
Less Expensive and Zero Travel Required Thinking about filing for divorce stateside or flying to Guam? You are likely going to overpay. Filing in the US means dealing with expensive stateside attorneys, long wait times, and complicated jurisdictional red tape. Going through Guam is notoriously expensive and often requires costly flights and accommodations.
Choosing an uncontested divorce in Okinawa is significantly cheaper. It requires absolutely no travel, meaning you can stay right here on the island while we guide you through a smooth and affordable local process.
Handling Child Custody and Support A major concern for couples is how to handle a split when children are involved. We can help you divorce even if you have children together. We ensure that all the most critical details are sorted out legally and officially.
Our office will help you successfully outline and establish child custody arrangements and legally mandate monthly child support payments. All of these crucial details will be clearly defined and included on your final court-ordered divorce decree.
Fully Recognized in the USA Since 2014, we have successfully guided countless US service members through the Okinawa Family Court process with a 100% success rate. The most common question we get is, “Will my home state accept an Okinawa divorce?”
The answer is yes. Regardless of what state you were married in, an uncontested divorce finalized in Okinawa is fully legally recognized in the USA. Your final divorce decree will never be a problem stateside.
Filing for divorce in Okinawa is simply the best, fastest, and most affordable choice for US citizens. Skip the expensive travel and let us guide you through a worry-free process so you can move forward with peace of mind. Reach out to the Dave Higgins Office today to get started!