Non-custodial Parent Waiver -- NC parent with mental illness (schizophrenia) and living overseas

[sybbie719]

My mom never divorced my dad because 1. I’m Catholic and divorce is frowned upon and 2. because she said it would push him over the edge since he is very fragile due to his mental illness.

Based on his situation it is unlikely that s/he will get a waiver. OP’s parents are still legally married. While they are separated by physical distance, there is no intention of obtaining a divorce. For this reason they may be seen as being married and both parent’s information may need to be included on the FAFSA and all other financial aid documents. @kelsmom

@FAFSA

“Separated,” for FAFSA purposes, includes a married couple who is considered legally separated by a state, or if the couple is legally married but has chosen to live separate lives, including living in separate households, as though they were not married. If your parents are separated but living together, select “Married or Remarried,” not “Divorced or Separated.”

Note: When two married persons live as a married couple but are separated by physical distance (or have separate households), they are considered married for FAFSA purposes.