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Becoming a Foster Parent in Utrecht

Discover how you can become a foster parent in Utrecht. Read about the requirements, the process, the support, and the different types of foster care. Contact local organizations for more information.

25 december 20253 min
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Child Residency Arrangement in Utrecht

Read everything about the child residency arrangement in Utrecht: what it entails, the legal basis, different forms and how to establish it via mediation or the Rechtbank Midden-Nederland.

25 december 20253 min
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Parental Authority after Divorce in Utrecht

Discover how parental authority works after a divorce in Utrecht, including rules, rights, and the role of the District Court of Midden-Nederland.

25 december 20254 min
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Revocation of Adoption Utrecht: Conditions and Procedure at the District Court Midden-Nederland

Discover the conditions and procedure for revoking adoption in Utrecht at the District Court Midden-Nederland. Strict requirements, child's best interests central. Advice via Juridisch Loket.

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Stepparent Adoption Utrecht: Complete Procedure Guide 2025

Complete guide to the stepparent adoption procedure in Utrecht 2025: conditions, steps at the District Court Midden-Nederland and Legal Aid Office.

25 december 20253 min
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Maintenance Obligation 18-21 Years in Utrecht: Rights and Obligations of Parents and Children

Discover the maintenance obligation for 18-21 year olds in Utrecht: conditions, calculation and local assistance via Rechtbank Midden-Nederland and Juridisch Loket.

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Hague Adoption Convention Application - International Adoption Utrecht

Discover the application of the Hague Adoption Convention for international adoption in Utrecht: procedure, costs, conditions and local assistance via the District Court Midden-Nederland and Juridisch Loket.

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Parenting Plan in Utrecht: What You Need to Know

In case of divorce in Utrecht, a parenting plan is mandatory for parents with minor children. Read everything about the legal requirements, mandatory agreements and support via the Juridisch Loket Utrecht.

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Setting Maintenance to Nil in Utrecht: What You Need to Know

Setting maintenance to nil in Utrecht means that the payment obligation is set at € 0, temporarily or permanently, depending on your ability to pay. Read more about the procedure and conditions.

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Collecting Maintenance via LBIO in Utrecht

The LBIO provides free assistance in collecting maintenance in Utrecht when the paying party fails to pay. Discover the procedure, powers, and frequently asked questions about maintenance collection.

25 december 20254 min
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Applying for Parental Authority as a Father in Utrecht

As a father in Utrecht, you do not automatically have parental authority over your child. From 2023, you automatically obtain it upon recognition; otherwise, you must apply for it at the District Court of Midden-Nederland. Read how here.

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Foster Family Placement Utrecht

Foster family placement in Utrecht: temporary care with certified foster parents after out-of-home placement. Legal basis Youth Act, procedure via District Court Midden-Nederland.

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