It is common for some parents to move away after a divorce. Some parents find better jobs or housing opportunities in other states. Others may move to be closer to family. However, the distance between parents can impact child custody arrangements.
It is possible to create a long-distance child custody arrangement. However, parents often have to make a few considerations to avoid issues. Here are some questions to ask when creating a long-distance child custody arrangement:
1. How often does each parent have custody?
One of the biggest considerations parents have after a divorce is how often they will have their child. When parents live close enough, child custody may be swapped every few days or weeks. However, long-distance parents often do not have the time or money to exchange custody of their child this often. Parents may need to create a long-distance custody arrangement that rotates custody every few months or seasons.
2. How will parents and children travel?
There are many modes of transportation parents can take to exchange custody of their child. Parents may travel by car, train or plane to pick up their child. Once a child is grown enough, they may even travel by themself.
3. How are holidays and special events handled?
Parents often want to spend the holidays with their child. However, parents may only get one or two holidays with their child because of travel distances. Parents may need to talk about which holiday they have with their child and how often it rotates.
Parents can learn more about long-distance child custody arrangements by reaching out for professional legal guidance.
