Finland encourages shared custody as the default after divorce. Both parents typically retain parental responsibility (huoltajuus).
Finland encourages shared custody as the default after divorce. Both parents typically retain parental responsibility (huoltajuus). The child's primary residence is decided by agreement or court. The non-resident parent pays child maintenance (elatusapu) set by a formula based on income and time spent with child. The state pays child maintenance support (elatustuki) of around 167€/month through Kela if the paying parent cannot pay.
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