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Out-of-State Spouse

Living in different states doesn't stop an uncontested divorce. SimpleDivorce helps you decide where to file, prepares your forms, and serves your spouse wherever they are.

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How It Works

1

Answer the questionnaire

Tell us about your marriage, property, and agreement through a guided online questionnaire — no legal jargon.

2

We prepare & you sign

We prepare your state-specific, court-ready forms; you and your spouse review and sign, with notarization coordinated where required.

3

We file, serve, and track to decree

Optional: we file with the court, serve your spouse, and keep you updated all the way to the final decree.

Forms Often Involved

Petition for Divorce
Marital Settlement Agreement
Acceptance / Waiver of Service
Final Decree of Divorce

Services That Can Help

Uncontested Divorce Divorce Process Serving Court Filing & Document Retrieval

Tips

  • You generally file in the state where you meet the residency requirement.
  • An out-of-state spouse can often sign a waiver of service, avoiding a formal serve.
  • If they won't sign a waiver, we serve them at their out-of-state address.

FAQ

Usually the state where the filing spouse meets the residency requirement. We'll check both states' rules and help you choose the simplest, valid option.