Divorce in Benin is governed by the Family and Persons Code (CPF) of 2004. Divorce by mutual consent, fault-based divorce, and irretrievable breakdown divorce are all available. Cabinet ADJAÏ guides clients through every stage, from filing to property division and child custody arrangements.
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Divorce in Benin: Procedure, Rights and Property Division in 2026
Divorcing in Benin involves precise rules depending on the type of marriage and matrimonial regime. An overview of procedures, each spouse's rights and the fate of the children.
7 min read· By Cabinet ADJAÏ
By Cabinet ADJAÏ
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