Uncontested Divorce in Vermont
A simple, affordable uncontested divorce in Vermont. 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 Vermont
The facts that shape a Vermont divorce — confirmed with you during intake.
Where you file
Family Division of the Superior Court
Residency requirement
One spouse must have lived in Vermont for at least 6 months before filing, and the filing spouse must have lived in the state for a full year before the divorce can be finalized.
Court filing fee
$240 typical ($180-300) — varies by county, passed through at cost
Waiting period
Vermont imposes a 90-day 'nisi' period after the final divorce order is entered before the divorce becomes absolute, though the court may shorten or waive this period in uncontested, stipulated cases.
Grounds
Vermont allows no-fault divorce based on irreconcilable differences, evidenced by spouses having lived separately for at least 6 consecutive months.
Typical timeline
Most uncontested cases finalize in 3–4 months, accounting for paperwork processing plus the (often-shortened) 90-day nisi period before the decree becomes final.
Serving your spouse
If filing individually, you must serve your spouse with divorce papers unless they sign an Acceptance of Service or file a Notice of Appearance
Fee waiver
You can apply using the Application to Waive Filing Fees and Service Costs
Common Vermont Divorce Forms
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