Number of divorces in Ukraine nearly equals number of marriages

The number of divorces in Ukraine is rising rapidly. Photo: BBC

In 2024, the number of marriages and divorces in Ukraine was nearly equal, BBC reports, citing statistics from the Ministry of Justice. According to official data, 150,000 marriages were registered, while the number of divorces reached 142,000.

Experts attribute these statistics to the consequences of the war and constant stress. However, in the first two years of the full-scale invasion, the situation was slightly better. In 2023, there were 186,000 marriages and 128,000 divorces, while in 2022, 223,000 marriages were registered, with only 91,000 divorces.

In Ukraine, there are two ways to dissolve a marriage: through the civil registry office (if there are no minor children and both spouses agree) or through the courts. The majority – about 75% – of divorces occur through the courts. According to the State Judicial Administration, in 2024, there were 108,000 court divorces and 34,000 divorces through CRO.

Psychologists note that the main reason for the increase in divorces is the impact of war-related stress. "People can't handle it. When we're under stress, we get nervous and lash out. At whom? At the nearest and dearest," said psychologist Tina Beradze.

For comparison, the previous peak in divorces in Ukraine occurred during the first years of independence (1991–1994), when more than 200,000 divorces were registered annually, largely due to the economic crisis of that period.

Earlier, the UOJ reported that the UN revealed how many Ukrainians are expected to remain in the country by 2100.

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