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What are the papers required for divorce?

Leia Doyle

What are the papers required for divorce?

Requirement of Documents for filing Mutual Divorce Petition:

  • Marriage Certificate.
  • Address Proof – Husband and Wife.
  • Four Photographs of Marriage.
  • Income tax Statement of last 3 years.
  • Details of profession and Income (Salary slips, appointment letter)
  • Details of Property and Asset owned.

Which documents will you need?

  • Address proof of husband and wife.
  • Details of professions and current earnings of husband and wife.
  • Certificate of marriage.
  • Information regarding family background.
  • Photographs of marriage.
  • Evidence to prove that the husband and wife have been living separately for more than a year.

Can you get divorced without signing papers?

You and your divorce attorney will simply have to file a Petition for Dissolution of Marriage with the courts. This can be done without a spouse’s signature. After filing, the paperwork will be served to your spouse by a process server. Your spouse will then have 20 days to file a response with the court.

How long does it take to get a divorce in NZ?

If you’ve made a joint application, a registrar will check your forms and make the dissolution order. Your divorce will take effect 1 month after the order is made. If you appear in court together and the judge makes the dissolution order, your divorce will be official immediately.

How do I apply for a divorce by myself?

Decide whether to apply only for a divorce or add other issues 2. Fill out the right form 3. Give your application to the court 4. Give your partner a copy of your application 5. Get your Divorce Order

When do I need to go to court for a divorce?

See the divorce cases page under Using the Court for more information, including whether you will need to attend court. If you are making a joint application, the Court will begin considering your application after it has been filed.

How can I get a divorce form in PDF format?

To download a form (in PDF format), click on the form number in the appropriate table. If the form you need is fillable, you will be able to fill and print it out. To start a divorce or legal separation when you are married, registered domestic partners, or both. Lists dates, children, property, and debts.

What do I need to do to file a joint divorce?

This is normally done by completing and filing an Affidavit of Service with the court. See the serving a divorce application page for more information. If you are making a joint application with your spouse, you don’t need to serve the application. The next steps depend on whether you are making a sole or joint application.