Application for Decree Absolute

To apply for Decree Absolute you simply need to complete this form: -

Note 1          Please state the Court in which your divorce has been filed

Note 2          Please insert the case number

Note 3          Please state your name

Note 4          Please state your spouse’s name

Note 5          If this is not applicable, delete

Note 6          Delete the word Respondent

Note 7          Delete the word his or her and state the date that the Decree Nisi was pronounced

Note 8          Delete this if no Conditional Order has been made – you would be aware of this on the Decree Nisi

Note 9          Please insert the date on this form

Note 10         Please sign the form and delete the words  “Solicitor for the” and “Respondent”

Note 11         Insert your address

Note 12         Please complete the address of the Court

Note 13         Complete the back page, case number, court details, yours and your spouse’s details

Once you have completed the form send the same, together with a fee, currently £40.00 to the Court where the divorce petition was issued, asking them to make the Decree Nisi, Absolute. If you are on a low income please complete the Application for Exemption from the Court fee Depending on the Court’s timetable you should receive your Decree Absolute within a few weeks and you are now officially divorced.  If you or your spouse has applied too soon, you should apply again after the necessary time has passed.  If the Court has refused your application for Decree Absolute for some other reason, you will need to seek legal advice.

Important consequences of Decree Absolute