What is it called when you are married but live separately?

What is it called when you are married but live separately?

Living apart together (LAT) refers to couples who are in an intimate relationship, but choose to live separately for various reasons.

Is it normal for married couples to live apart?

Traditionally, this meant marriage, although nowadays most cohabit before getting married, or splitting up. But there is a third choice: living apart together. Not only is it surprisingly common, but living apart together is increasingly seen as a new and better way for modern couples to live.

How long can husband and wife live separately?

If a couple must stay apart, it shouldn’t be for more than six months or maximum one year. During this period, conscious and sustained efforts must be made to manage the issues which distance breeds like loneliness, non-frequent sex, lack of emotional and physical support.