Elatustuen

Elatustuen is a Finnish term referring to maintenance support or alimony. It is a financial payment made by one party to another to cover living expenses, typically in the context of divorce or separation. The primary purpose of elatustuen is to ensure that a child or a dependent spouse continues to receive adequate financial support after the dissolution of a marriage or partnership.

The obligation to pay elatustuen is usually determined by a court or through a mutual agreement between the parties. Factors considered when calculating the amount of elatustuen include the income and financial situation of both parties, the needs of the child or dependent spouse, and the duration of the relationship. In cases involving children, the payment is generally made by the non-custodial parent to the custodial parent.

Finnish law outlines specific guidelines and principles for determining elatustuen. The aim is to ensure fairness and to protect the well-being of the dependent party, particularly children. Modifications to the elatustuen amount can be sought if there are significant changes in the financial circumstances of either party or in the needs of the recipient. Enforcement of elatustuen payments is also provided for through legal mechanisms.