Child Relocation Legal Steps

Summary

In Western Australia, a parent cannot relocate a child without the other parents consent or a court order. If you have 50/50 custody, you can file an objection to the relocation at the Family Court of Western Australia. The court will consider the best interests of the child. You may also be required to attend mediation. To file an objection, download and complete Form 1 Initiating Application from the Family Courts website and submit it either in person or via mail. For more detailed guidance, consult the Family Court of Western Australia.

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I am in Perth Australia.
Hi ****, thank you for providing your location. Could you please provide a brief description of your legal issue so I can offer you more specific guidance?
my sons mother is trying to relocate to Bali without my consent.
Hi ****, thank you for the information. Here are some general points regarding child relocation laws in Western Australia:
- In Australia, a parent cannot relocate a child without the consent of the other parent or a court order.
- If you do not consent, she must apply to the Family Court of Western Australia for permission.
- The court will consider the best interests of the child.
You might want to consult the Family Court of Western Australia for more detailed guidance.

Family Court of Western Australia


Phone: (*) * *
Address: * Terrace Rd, Perth WA *
Website: www.familycourt.wa.gov.au

Would you like to know how to proceed with filing an objection?
I have */* custody
Hi ****, having */* custody means both parents have equal say in significant decisions regarding your child, including relocation. Here’s how you can proceed:
- **File an Objection**: You can formally object to the relocation at the Family Court of Western Australia.
- **Attend Mediation**: The court may require mediation to resolve the issue amicably.
Would you like more information on how to file an objection or attend mediation?
~Family Court of Western Australia
Phone: (*) * *
Address: * Terrace Rd, Perth WA *
Website: www.familycourt.wa.gov.au
Yes
To file an objection or attend mediation, you can follow these steps:
- **File an Objection**: Submit a Form * Initiating Application at the Family Court of Western Australia.
- **Attend Mediation**: Request mediation services through the court or a family dispute resolution service.
Would you like details on how to access and complete the Form * Initiating Application?
Yes
To access and complete the Form * Initiating Application at the Family Court of Western Australia, follow these steps:
- **Download the form**: Visit the Family Court of Western Australia's website and download Form * Initiating Application.
- **Complete the form**: Fill out all required sections accurately.
- **Submit the form**: File it at the Family Court of Western Australia either in person or via mail.
Would you like more detailed instructions on filling out specific sections of the form?