New rules for custody, child support, parent-child interaction, etc.

Rules regarding parental rights, child support, and parent-child contact were revised in April 2026 with the amendment to the Civil Code, and the system was changed to prioritize the best interests of the child.
This program is intended for people considering divorce, divorced parents, and single-parent families.
Measures such as creating the option of joint custody, ensuring the fulfillment of child support payments, and establishing rules regarding parent-child interaction are being implemented.
For details on the system, procedures, and impact on single-parent families, please check the single-parent family information portal site "Tayotte".