Moving abroad as a family

01 — Points to check

• your matrimonial property regime and its governing law;

• the court competent if you separate and the law it would apply;

• the children’s residence and the other parent’s agreement;

• your succession and wills;

• assets you keep in France;

02 — Deciding together

If the family does not agree on the move, or you are separated and one parent plans to leave with the children, mediation before departure helps you organize their residence, time with each parent and conditions for returning.

Further reading

• Before you leave: checklist
• International family wealth planning
• What are the legal effects of moving abroad on our family?
• Should we make a prenuptial agreement before moving abroad?
• Can I move abroad with my child?
• Can I choose the law governing my succession?
• International divorce, country by country