Belarus Child Support: Flexible Rules for Parents
In Belarus, child support for minors is a legal obligation for parents, with amounts typically set as a percentage of the non-custodial parent's income. However, this can be altered under certain circumstances.
The minimum child support amounts are tied to the living wage, with 50% for one child, 75% for two, and 100% for three or more. These amounts can be changed by the court based on altered circumstances, such as if the paying parent has other minor children or is an invalid of the 1st or 2nd group.
In exceptional cases, such as when a parent is a 1st or 2nd group invalid, they may be exempt from paying child support. Alternatively, child support can be set by a prenuptial agreement, a parenting plan, or a child support agreement, with the latter two options being possible even after the dissolution of the marriage. A child support agreement concluded with a notary can also avoid going to court, provided the amounts meet the legal minimum.
Child support in Belarus is flexible and can be adjusted based on changing circumstances. It can be set by various legal documents or agreements, and in some cases, may not be required at all. To claim child support, a written application must be filed with the court, unless retroactive payment is being sought.
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