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  1. #1
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    Default Bankrupcty from Abroad

    Is it possible for me to file bankruptcy? I spend most of my time abroad teaching English. I go back to my family in the states where I maintain an address for banking, taxes, etc.

    This really stumps attorneys. I've had some say they don't know, others say we just use that address, no one will ask any questions.


    thanks!

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    Default Re: Bankrupcty from Abroad

    Well, it stumped me, too. However, digging around in some places devoted to bankruptcy proceedings for legal (and illegal!) aliens, I found:
    The Bankruptcy Code determines who may be a “debtor,” and therefore file a petition for bankruptcy. It does NOT include any requirement that a debtor be a resident or a legal alien. Therefore, non-residents and illegal immigrants MAY file bankruptcy assuming they can present the appropriate identification to the bankruptcy trustee, including a valid social security card.

    http://www.bankruptcywecanhelp.com/I...ankruptcy.html
    So it appears that if your debts are here in the states and you have valid ID, you can file, using your US address.

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