Uncontested Divorce in Missouri
A simple, affordable uncontested divorce in Missouri. 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 Missouri
The facts that shape a Missouri divorce — confirmed with you during intake.
Where you file
Circuit Court (Family Court Division in some counties)
Residency requirement
One spouse must have lived in Missouri for at least 90 days before filing.
Court filing fee
$178 typical ($130 to $225) — varies by county, passed through at cost
Waiting period
30-day waiting period from the date the petition is filed before the divorce can be finalized.
Grounds
Missouri allows no-fault divorce on the ground that the marriage is irretrievably broken.
Typical timeline
About 30 days minimum from filing; most uncontested cases finalize in 6 weeks to 3 months, depending on the county's docket.
Serving your spouse
Can be accomplished via Sheriff's service, Private process server, or Certified mail with return receipt requested.
Fee waiver
Motion and Affidavit in Support of Request to Proceed as a Poor Person available for those unable to afford filing fees
Common Missouri Divorce Forms
SimpleDivorce prepares the exact forms your Missouri court requires — you never track them down yourself.
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