Can I make myself bankrupt in England or Wales if I live abroad?
It could depend on which country you live in or how long you have lived abroad.
If you are living in a European Union (EU) member state, except Denmark, you must be able to show to the court that your centre of main interests is in the UK. If you live in another part of the world, including Denmark, you can present a bankruptcy petition in England or Wales if:
(a) you are personally present in England and Wales on the day you present your petition for bankruptcy to the court; or
(b) you have lived or carried on business in England and Wales in the previous three years.
The country in which you live may not recognise the bankruptcy proceedings and creditors may still be able to take action against you in the country you live in.