Divorce Journey

Your step-by-step roadmap to legally ending your marriage

Family Court of Western Australia Est. Duration: 4-6 months

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This journey guides you through the legal process of divorce in Western Australia. Divorce is separate from property and children matters.

This is a general guide only. Your situation may require different steps. Consider seeking legal advice.

Your Roadmap

Check Eligibility

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Confirm you meet the requirements for divorce in Australia.

Eligibility Requirements

Separated for at least 12 months and 1 day
At least one party is Australian citizen/resident
Marriage is legally recognised in Australia
No reasonable likelihood of reconciliation

Tasks

Confirm 12 months separation

Confirm Australian jurisdiction

Locate marriage certificate

Required Documents

Marriage CertificateOriginal or certified copy

Divorce does NOT divide property

Divorce does NOT determine children arrangements

These are separate applications

Prepare Application

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File & Pay

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Serve Your Spouse (Sole Application)

1-2 weeks

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Divorce Hearing

1 day (about 3 months after filing)

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Divorce Finalised

1 month after hearing

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Track Your Deadlines

Add important dates to your calendar to stay on top of deadlines.

Go to Calendar

Need More Help?

Legal Aid WA: 1300 650 579 Community Legal Centres Find Your Court

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