GENERAL QUESTION · 275
Mensch & Gesellschaft · BAMF 07.05.2025
What do you need in Germany for a divorce?
Official German wording
Was braucht man in Deutschland für eine Ehescheidung?
Answer options
- Athe consent of the parents
- Ba medical certificate from a doctor
- Cthe consent of the children
- Dthe support of a lawyerCorrect answer
EDITORIAL LEARNING AID
Why is this answer correct?
In a divorce, both spouses must be represented before the court by a lawyer (§ 114 FamFG); without legal representation the divorce petition is not valid. Parents (a) and children (c) do not have to consent, and a medical certificate (b) is not a requirement.
Divorce in court: a lawyer is mandatory.
This translation and explanation are editorial learning aids. The official German wording and answer key govern the examination.
Source
Official BAMF question catalogue dated 7 May 2025. BAMF