Uncontested Divorce in Alabama
A simple, affordable uncontested divorce in Alabama. 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 Alabama
The facts that shape a Alabama divorce — confirmed with you during intake.
Where you file
Circuit Court
Residency requirement
One spouse must have lived in Alabama for at least 6 months before filing.
Court filing fee
$250 typical ($200 to $300) — varies by county, passed through at cost
Waiting period
Alabama requires a mandatory 30-day waiting period after filing before the court can enter the final divorce decree.
Grounds
Alabama allows no-fault divorce on the ground of incompatibility of temperament, meaning no proof of fault is required when both spouses agree the marriage cannot be saved.
Typical timeline
Most uncontested cases finalize in about 30 to 60 days after filing, once the mandatory 30-day waiting period has passed.
Serving your spouse
Your spouse must be formally notified of the divorce filing.
Common Alabama Divorce Forms
SimpleDivorce prepares the exact forms your Alabama court requires — you never track them down yourself.
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