What to expect from separation to final orders
You and your spouse start living separately. This can be under the same roof if circumstances require.
You must be separated for at least 12 months and 1 day before you can apply for divorce.
Complete and file your divorce application (Form 3) through the eCourts Portal.
Serve the divorce application on your spouse (unless filing jointly).
Attend the court hearing (may not be required if filing jointly with no children).
Your divorce becomes final one month and one day after the court grants it.
Timeframes are estimates only and can vary significantly based on court workload, complexity of your matter, and whether issues are contested.