About your State

Florida requires at least one spouse to have lived in the state for six months before filing — you can prove it with a Florida driver's license, voter registration, or a sworn statement from someone who knows you're a resident. Once you file, Florida has a 20-day waiting period before a judge can finalize the divorce, though most cases take longer than that once you factor in serving your spouse and the standard 20-day response window.  

Florida divides property through equitable distribution, starting from the assumption of a 50/50 split but allowing adjustments based on your specific situation. Florida eliminated fault-based divorce years ago, so the only ground needed is that the marriage is “irretrievably broken” — you don't need to prove anyone did anything wrong. These free forms can help you get organized and understand what paperwork Florida will expect from you.

Sourcing & Verification

• Fla. Stat. § 61.021 (residency)

• Fla. Stat. § 61.19 (20-day waiting period)

• Fla. Stat. § 61.075 (equitable distribution)

FAQ

How long does a divorce take in Florida? 

The legal minimum is 20 days from filing, but that's rarely realistic in practice. Most uncontested Florida divorces take 6 to 12 weeks once you account for serving your spouse and the standard response period.

Forms to help you along the way

Access your state's specific forms here.