Are you about to lose your house in Brazil?
Divorce as an American spouse in 2026
Are you about to lose your house in Brazil?
Divorce as an American spouse in 2026
Can I file for divorce in Brazil as a non-Brazilian?
Yes. Brazil uses domicile, not nationality. If you live here, you can divorce here.
✘ Mito
Myth: Only Brazilian citizens can divorce in Brazil
✓ Verdade
Truth: Your domicile gives you full legal power.
If you wait and your spouse files first in the U.S., you could lose control over Brazilian property, bank accounts, and even child custody decisions.
Dica
File first in Brazil to secure jurisdiction over assets here. Brazilian courts prioritize the first accepted case under litispendence rule.
Confirm your Brazilian domicile
File before your spouse does
Appoint a local attorney
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