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Child support—called pensão alimentícia in Brazil—is a vital part of ensuring your child’s well-being. But if you’re a foreign parent dealing with this issue in Brazil, be aware: the rules here are very different from those in the U.S. or other countries, and navigating them without qualified legal help can lead to unfair outcomes and serious legal risks.
As a Brazilian family lawyer with international experience and fluent English, I assist foreign parents in securing fair, enforceable child support arrangements that meet Brazilian legal standards and protect their children’s best interests.
In Brazil, children have the legal right to receive financial support from their parents until they become financially independent. This can include:
Child support can be claimed by either parent or legal guardian on behalf of the child.
Unlike in some countries, Brazil does not use fixed percentages to determine child support. Instead, judges evaluate:
Each case is judged individually, which means good legal representation can make a substantial difference.
Brazilian courts take enforcement seriously. If a parent fails to pay court-ordered child support, the consequences may include:
Many foreign parents wrongly assume that a child support order from their home country will be automatically valid in Brazil. However:
As an experienced Brazilian lawyer working with foreign parents, I provide:
Whether you’re living in Brazil or abroad, we act as your trusted legal partner.
Not directly. It must go through homologação (judicial recognition) in Brazilian courts. We handle that process for you.
There’s no fixed formula. Judges evaluate the child’s needs and each parent’s financial capacity. Legal representation is crucial to achieving a fair outcome.
Yes. Brazilian law requires a locally licensed attorney for representation in court and legal filings.
Absolutely. Brazil has strong enforcement mechanisms. We can initiate the process and protect your child’s rights.
It varies depending on the complexity of the case, whether the other parent cooperates, and if foreign orders need recognition. An experienced lawyer helps expedite the process and minimize delays.
Child support is too important to leave to chance. Whether you’re seeking enforcement, defense, or recognition of an international order, we’re here to help.
Schedule your free initial consultation today!