How do you get a divorce certificate?

The final step to legally completing your divorce process is obtaining the Divorce Certificate. You need to fill out a Form 36B: Divorce Certificate after the Form 25A: Divorce Order has been granted and the divorce is final. The Divorce Order becomes final 31 days after the judge signs it, unless an appeal is filed within that time. The Divorce Certificate is the actual form that, once processed and signed by the court, serves as the official record of the divorce being finalized. This form is submitted to the same court where your divorce was processed. This form provides the necessary details to formally record the divorce in the court’s records.

Do you need to pay a fee to submit the Form 36B?

When submitting Form 36B, you will need to pay a filing fee. You can look online to see the fee which is around $300-400.

How long does it take to get a divorce certificate?

After submitting Form 36B, the court will process your application. The time it takes to receive your Divorce Certificate can vary depending on the workload and efficiency of the court. Once processed, the Certificate of Divorce will be either mailed to you or you can pick it up from the court, depending on the court’s practice or your preference.