Within the current European legal framework, Article 36 of Regulation (EU) No 1111/2019 plays a significant role in ensuring the validity and recognition of judicial decisions across various member states of the European Union. This article pertains to the procedure for issuing certificates by the court of the member state of origin, upon the request of an involved party. Consequently, these certificates serve as essential instruments for the recognition and enforcement of judgments in diverse scenarios related to:

a) Judgments in Matrimonial Matters - A court judgment concerning marital aspects, in accordance with the specific form provided in Annex II of the Regulation.

b) Judgments in Parental Responsibility Matters - These certificates are issued for court judgments related to parental responsibility, utilizing the form specified in Annex III.

c) Judgments Regarding Child Return - In cases where child return is ordered as mentioned in Article 2(1)(a), along with any provisional or protective measures as per Article 27(5) accompanying the judgment, these judgments are certified using the specific form in Annex IV.

The issued certificate is completed in the language of the initial court decision. The importance of this certificate lies in facilitating and certifying the process of recognition and enforcement of judgments in other member states of the European Union. These certificates play a crucial role in maintaining coherence and effectiveness within the European legal context, ensuring compliance with the Regulation's provisions. Our team of legal experts can guide and assist you in obtaining these essential certificates, ensuring the process is comprehensive and in accordance with specific legal requirements. Contact us today to discover how we can help you successfully navigate through these complex and vital procedures.