Uncontested Divorce in Texas
A simple, affordable uncontested divorce in Texas. 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 Texas
The facts that shape a Texas divorce — confirmed with you during intake.
Where you file
District Court (family district court where available)
Residency requirement
One spouse must have lived in Texas for 6 months and in the filing county for 90 days.
Court filing fee
$300 typical ($250-350) — varies by county, passed through at cost
Waiting period
60-day waiting period after filing before the divorce can be finalized.
Grounds
Texas allows no-fault divorce on grounds of insupportability — no proof of fault is required when both spouses agree.
Typical timeline
About 61 days minimum; most uncontested cases finalize in 2–3 months.
Serving your spouse
If both parties agree, your spouse can sign a Waiver of Service after the petition is filed. Otherwise, they must be formally served with the paperwork.
Fee waiver
Available through a "Statement of Inability to Afford Payment of Court Costs"
Common Texas Divorce Forms
SimpleDivorce prepares the exact forms your Texas court requires — you never track them down yourself.
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