Uncontested Divorce in Iowa
A simple, affordable uncontested divorce in Iowa. SimpleDivorce prepares court-ready forms, handles filing and service on your spouse, and keeps you updated to the final decree.
Filing an Uncontested Divorce in Iowa
The facts that shape a Iowa divorce — confirmed with you during intake.
Where you file
District Court
Residency requirement
One spouse must have lived in Iowa for at least one year before filing, unless the other spouse is an Iowa resident who is personally served with the papers in the state.
Court filing fee
$265 — varies by county, passed through at cost
Waiting period
90-day waiting period after the other spouse is served (or signs a waiver/acceptance of service) before the court can finalize the divorce.
Grounds
Iowa allows no-fault divorce when the marriage is irretrievably broken, with no need to prove fault.
Typical timeline
About 90 days minimum; most uncontested cases finalize in 3 to 4 months after filing.
Serving your spouse
If filing individually, the other spouse must be served via sheriff service, private process server, or by accepting service with a signed acceptance form.
Fee waiver
Use form FL-109 if unable to afford costs.
Common Iowa Divorce Forms
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