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There are two types (or we can break it down to three) of Divorce in Korea as follows: 1. Divorce by Agreement ( 협의이혼 ) Upon reaching an agreement by both parties over the terms and conditions such as (i) property division ( 재산분할 ), (ii) compensation for mental damages ( 위자료 ), and (iii) parental rights and child custody (e.g. child support costs & visitation rights); parties can apply for Divorce by Agreement. However,this process requires a 'consideration period' ( 숙려기간 ) of three months (in case parties have a child); and parties need to physically attend the meeting at least twice. The whole process takes about 2-5 months including the consideration period. 2-1 Divorce by Trial ( 소송이혼 ) In case parties do not reach an agreement; or one of the parties does not want to get divorced; a party can file a lawsuit to seek for a Divorce by Trial. There are six (6) conditions (or causes) to get entitles to file a lawsuit of Divorce by Trial as below in accordance with [Civil Act