Cezara
Lawyer · Bucharest, Romania
- 159 cases handled · 4 in this service
- 20+ years in practice
- Speaks: English, Romanian
- Law, University of Bucharest - Faculty of Law
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4.88(5 reviews)
Divorce Certificate or Decree Copy in Romania
In Romania a divorce is proved either by a divorce certificate (certificat de divorț), issued when a notary or the civil status office granted the divorce, or by a copy of the final court judgment (hotărâre de divorț definitivă). English-speaking lawyers in Romania find out which document applies, obtain it and prepare it for use in another country.
About Divorce Certificate or Decree Copy in Romania
Someone looking for a divorce certificate from Romania may need one of two documents, depending on who granted the divorce. A divorce agreed by both spouses can be granted by a notary or by the civil status officer at the town hall, who then issue a certificat de divorț. A divorce decided by a court is proved by the divorce decree, the court's judgment (hotărâre de divorț) bearing the statement that it is final (definitivă). Both are loosely called divorce papers. Some older lists and lawyer pages call this service “Certificate of Divorce”. English-speaking lawyers in Romania obtain the right document and a certified copy, and check that the divorce has been noted (mențiune) on the Romanian marriage record.
When it is needed
- to marry again, in Romania or abroad;
- to take back a former surname on a passport or identity card;
- for a residence permit, a pension or an inheritance where marital status matters;
- to have a Romanian divorce entered in another country's civil register.
How it works in Romania
After a notarial or town hall divorce, the office that granted it keeps the file and can issue a further copy of the certificate. After a court divorce, the registry of the court that gave the final decision issues a certified copy of the judgment; the court and the file number are enough to trace it, and a lawyer can recover a lost file number through the courts' portal. When the marriage was registered in Romania, the civil status office then notes the divorce on the marriage record.
Divorces granted outside Romania
A divorce granted abroad does not reach the Romanian registers by itself. Depending on where it was granted and the spouses' citizenship, it is entered on the basis of the foreign judgment with an apostille and a certified translation, or a Romanian court first has to recognise it, see recognition of a foreign divorce.
What a lawyer does
Works out whether you need a certificate or a judgment, requests it from the notary, town hall or court under a power of attorney, checks that the final status is stated, arranges apostille and translation for the country of use, and has the marriage record updated if this was never done.
Questions and answers
Is there such a thing as a divorce certificate in Romania?
Yes, but only for divorces granted by a notary or at the town hall. After a court divorce the proof is the final judgment.
My copy of the judgment does not say “definitivă”. Is it enough?
Usually not. Authorities want a copy that shows the judgment is final, and the court registry certifies this.
Can I get the document without coming to Romania?
Yes. A lawyer or another person you authorise can request and collect it.
Where can I get help with the divorce itself?
For a divorce that has not yet happened, see divorce in Romania; for sharing the spouses' property, distribution of marital assets.
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My case was very complex and the lawyer could easily have given up on it, but she carried on and did her best. She is bilingual in English and Spanish, which removed any confusion and really saved on translation costs. Her attitude was professional.
— Heather30 Jan 2026Divorce Certificate or Decree Copy -
I recently worked with a lawyer who managed to get my divorce certificate within the promised timeline, even though the information I first gave was limited. From our very first contact she showed great professionalism and expertise. She was patient and understanding and took me through the process step by step, and her English was perfect, so I never had trouble following. I was truly impressed by her attention to detail and her commitment to my case. I am grateful for her dedication and support at what could have been a stressful time, and I was completely satisfied with the result. I highly recommend her to anyone who needs legal assistance. Thank you for the outstanding service!
— Yvonne08 Aug 2025 -
Although our deadline was very tight, the lawyer went well beyond our expectations to get us a legal document in time. She replied quickly and kept us posted as things progressed. I highly recommend her to anyone who needs this kind of help.
— Mona17 Apr 2025Divorce Certificate or Decree Copy -
The lawyer was patient with me while there were a few delays on my side. Once everything she needed had arrived from the UK, she moved fairly fast, and I was kept up to date all along. She provided a great service and I would definitely recommend her.
— Nicola17 Apr 2025Divorce Certificate or Decree Copy -
The lawyer was very helpful, even suggesting that I use the Turkish embassy here for notary services instead of paying for another solicitor, which would have cost more. He stayed in touch and kept me informed about everything. I would highly recommend both this service and him.
— Liz05 Mar 2025Divorce Certificate or Decree Copy -
I had a fantastic experience with the lawyer in Girona! She guided me through the Spanish legal system and answered my questions. She was easy to approach and replied to my messages as fast as she could. I highly recommend her.
— Customer13 Jun 2024Divorce Certificate or Decree Copy -
My partner's Turkish divorce certificate had to be certified as a copy for his UK visa application, and neither of us had any idea how to arrange it. Through this service I contacted the lawyer, and I was pleased that she grasped immediately what was needed and set it out clearly for both of us. The stress was taken out of the process and we felt completely sure it would be wrapped up fast. That is exactly what happened, and the expert advice has our gratitude.
— Debra11 Mar 2024Divorce Certificate or Decree Copy -
She was very helpful and settled the matter in good time and with sensitivity.
— Joanna11 Mar 2024Divorce Certificate or Decree Copy -
At the first contact, the lawyer took the time to email me because my mobile number had the wrong country code attached, and he wrote again later to check whether I still needed support. Working with him on a time-sensitive request was an exemplary experience. He used the information I supplied and got me what I asked for remarkably efficiently. It was also very good value for money, though that did not matter to me, since the priority was obtaining the document. He appreciated how important my request was and updated me at every step, and I was very satisfied with the outcome. Should I need more support in future from my time living in Spain, I would not hesitate to recommend him or to contact him again.
— Michelle31 Jul 2023 -
The lawyer was absolutely amazing. My situation was urgent, and she dealt with it quickly and efficiently: within literally 2-3 days everything was sorted, and the documents reached me the following day. My thanks go to her and her team. Great service that I will recommend to anyone.
— Erdem01 Jun 2023Divorce Certificate or Decree Copy -
I contacted the service for help with a legal problem and within just a few minutes the lawyer contacted me. He immediately told me what I needed to do and what would happen. He was very efficient, professional and non-judgemental at all times, and his English was perfect. Furthermore, he did everything possible to help me. I would recommend him to anyone looking for a hard-working, honest solicitor. He was a gentleman.
— Christina24 Apr 2023 -
A fast response and excellent advice.
— Elena03 Jan 2023