Q: Would I have to physically go to court for a divorce if there is no kids or property involved?
My husband is not an American citizen. He currently resides in Mexico.
A:
No, you do not have to go to court if you agree on any issues that may be involved such as debt. Also, as long as you get proper service on him, since he is in Mexico that would probably have to be done via certified mail, he may not appear, and thus a default judgment would be entered. Simply file your petition, with the proper related paperwork, especially the summons, and have it served on him after it's filed. Since you do not have children, all you need to do is wait 60 days and you can either file a motion for default, a final decree agreement, or a motion for a final hearing if there are disagreements between the two of you.
Best of luck!
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