Yes, a divorce case can absolutely continue even if one party moves abroad during the proceedings, since Indian family courts retain jurisdiction over matters properly filed before them, and a party's subsequent relocation, while creating certain practical challenges around service and participation, does not divest the court of its authority to continue hearing and ultimately deciding the case.

If the party who has moved abroad is the respondent, service of court notices and summons must be properly effected through appropriate channels for international service, such as through the Ministry of External Affairs, registered post to the overseas address, or increasingly, through court-approved electronic means including email, ensuring the relocated party receives proper notice and opportunity to participate despite their changed geographic location.

The party residing abroad can continue to actively participate in the proceedings through several mechanisms, including engaging local counsel to represent their interests, appearing via video conferencing for hearings where the court permits this arrangement, or in some cases, appointing a power of attorney holder to manage certain aspects of the litigation on their behalf. Indian courts have increasingly accommodated remote participation, recognising the practical realities of an increasingly globally mobile population.

If the relocated party fails to respond or participate despite proper service, the court can proceed ex-parte, deciding the matter based on the available evidence, though this outcome is generally avoidable through proper engagement of counsel and appropriate arrangements for remote participation. Consulting the team at Aapka Legal Advice can help you navigate the practical and procedural aspects of continuing your divorce case when one party has relocated abroad.

Given the additional complexity that international relocation introduces to service, participation, and potentially enforcement of any eventual decree, obtaining a second opinion from a retired judge on how best to manage your specific cross-border situation can provide valuable strategic guidance. Experienced divorce lawyers and retired judges are available through Aapka Legal Advice's divorce lawyer network, regularly assisting clients with these cross-border matrimonial matters.

In conclusion, a divorce case can indeed continue to completion even after one party moves abroad, provided the procedural requirements for international service and remote participation are properly navigated throughout the proceedings.