An application for financial relief in England and Wales after a divorce or annulment that took place overseas, made under Part III of the Matrimonial and Family Proceedings Act 1984. Because the divorce happened abroad, the applicant must first obtain the court's leave (permission) to bring the claim, and must show a 'substantial ground' for doing so.
In Plain English
A request for financial support in a UK court after you have already divorced in a different country. You need special permission from a judge to start this type of claim.
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