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In-house separation can serve as a trial separation. When a couple decides that they want to live as if they were separated, they will continue to live in the house together.

It is possible to qualify for a divorce in Australia if some, or even all, of your separation has taken place while living under the same roof. The important thing is that you're able to prove that you were separated—even if you were still living together.

They may choose to live in separate homes, but it's not required in order to be legally separated. It is possible to live "separate and apart" under the same roof. You can be separated and still live in the same house in Ontario.

What is separation under the one roof? Separation under one roof is when parties to a marriage separate but continue to live in the same home. It may be for a few days, weeks, months or years following separation.

To apply for a divorce, you must have been separated for at least 12 months, and you or your spouse must: be an Australian citizen, or. live in Australia and regard Australia as your permanent home, or. ordinarily live in Australia and have done so for at least 12 months before the divorce application.

Use this form if you're separated but live under the same roof as your ex-partner. This is so we can assess whether to pay you as a single person or as a member of a couple. You and your ex-partner will each need to complete a form.

Use this form to let us know you've separated from your partner. You may be able to tell us online that you've separated instead of filling in this form. Read about updating relationship changes and who can do it online.

Both you and your spouse are equally entitled to live in the marital home during separation – ownership of the property is not relevant. Anyone can also leave the marital home during separation but no one can be forced to.