How to File an Uncontested Divorce in Florida

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Updated October 10, 2026 · Suncoast Mobile Notary, Sarasota

What “uncontested” means

An uncontested divorce is one where both spouses agree on the terms. If you disagree about children, property, support, or debts, the case is generally contested. Which type you have is a legal question.

The usual steps, in order

1. Check where you can file. Florida has a residency requirement, generally six months in the state before filing. The Florida Courts dissolution of marriage page explains it.
2. Find the official forms. The Florida Courts family law forms index and your county clerk list the forms by topic.
3. Complete the forms. Forms ask for names, dates, children, and financial information. You decide what to put on them.
4. Sign where required. Some forms must be signed in front of a notary. See common mistakes for what to watch.
5. File with the Clerk of Court. You can file in person or through the Florida Courts E-Filing Portal. A filing fee applies; the clerk can tell you the current amount and whether a fee waiver is available.
6. Exchange required financial information. Both spouses generally exchange financial disclosures. See documents needed for a Florida divorce.
7. Finalize. A judge reviews the case and signs the final judgment. Some cases are finalized at a short hearing.

Where the official guidance lives

For anyone in Sarasota, Manatee, or DeSoto counties, the 12th Circuit publishes approved forms and a Pro Se Program. For other counties, start with the Florida Courts links above and your own county clerk.

What we do and do not do

If you are handling your divorce yourself, we can type the official forms from the answers you give us and notarize your signatures. We cannot choose forms, suggest answers, or tell you whether your situation qualifies as uncontested.