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Uncontested Divorce in New Hampshire

A simple, affordable uncontested divorce in New Hampshire. 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 New Hampshire

The facts that shape a New Hampshire divorce — confirmed with you during intake.

Where you file

Circuit Court (Family Division)

Residency requirement

One spouse must have lived in New Hampshire for at least one year before filing, unless both spouses live in the state or the other spouse can be personally served there.

Court filing fee

$410 — varies by county, passed through at cost

Waiting period

No mandatory waiting period; timing is driven by court processing.

Grounds

New Hampshire allows no-fault divorce on the ground of irreconcilable differences that have caused the irremediable breakdown of the marriage.

Typical timeline

Most uncontested cases finalize in about 2 to 3 months from filing, since there is no mandatory waiting period beyond ordinary court processing.

Serving your spouse

Service Fee: Waived if both parties file jointly. The filing spouse lives in New Hampshire and the other spouse can be served in the state (as an alternative residency/service path).

Fee waiver

Available by submitting a Motion to Waive Filing Fee, based on financial need.

Common New Hampshire Divorce Forms

Joint Petition for Divorce (Form NHJB-2058-F)
Financial Affidavits
Final Decree of Divorce

SimpleDivorce prepares the exact forms your New Hampshire court requires — you never track them down yourself.

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers specific to filing in New Hampshire.

SimpleDivorce prepares your New Hampshire joint petition and financial affidavits, walks both spouses through signing, and files with the Circuit Court - Family Division; no courthouse visit unless a brief final hearing is required.

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