How Much Does a Divorce Cost if Both Parties Agree?
Getting a divorce in the UK can seem daunting, especially when you think about the costs. This article aims to help you understand these costs, focusing on the scenario where both parties agree.
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In this easy-to-read guide, we’ll discuss:
- Methods to save money on divorce fees
- The cost of a no-fault divorce
- The general cost of a divorce in the UK
- The fees for solicitors, divorce applications, and financial settlements
We know that the idea of divorce finances can be worrying. Rest assured, we’re here to help you understand these costs and how to manage them.
How to save money on divorce fees
How to save money on divorce fees
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How much is a divorce in the UK if both parties agree?
A no-fault divorce where both parties agree to a financial settlement without further action can cost between a couple of hundred pounds up to £1,000.
The exact costs will depend on personal circumstances, legal aid privileges, and your spouse’s agreement about costs. Generally, amicable divorce costs are less than if the two individuals cannot split on good terms.
How much does a no-fault divorce cost?
A no-fault divorce doesn’t have to be expensive. However, there is no exact figure on how much it will cost.
This is because of the differences in solicitor fees and divorce financial settlement fees. Some people can even qualify for free legal aid and court fee waivers. Some people don’t even use a solicitor.
Ultimately, there are too many factors to say how much a no-fault divorce will cost overall easily. However, we will look at the potential costs of no-fault divorce in the UK to determine roughly how much yours will cost.
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Solicitor fees
We should start by saying that not everyone uses a solicitor to get a divorce. It is possible to complete a DIY divorce in the UK without solicitors. This may be possible when both parties agree on everything, and the split is amicable.
If you need a solicitor, the person applying for the divorce (the petitioner) will pay somewhere between £500 and £1,000 in solicitor fees on average. The person who has to respond to the divorce application (the respondent) will also pay their own solicitor fees, which are typically between £250 and £600.
As I see it, there may be more solicitor fees further down the process, but the extent of these fees will depend on each case and the complexity of finances and assets.
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Divorce application fee
A divorce application fee will need to be paid by the petitioner only. This fee is £593 (recently increased) and might also be known as a divorce court fee or divorce centre fee.
Although the petitioner is obligated to pay this, they might ask the respondent to pay or split the cost. The courts don’t do this for you anymore. With no-fault divorces and a lack of blaming the other person, it’s hoped that the respondent will pay the share they believe they should pay.
No-fault divorces can also be applied for together, i.e. two petitioners. In this case, both would be responsible for paying the fee anyway.
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Financial settlement fees
A solicitor may be required to help arrange how finances and assets will be divided after the divorce. They accomplish this with a Financial Remedy Consent Order. Uncomplicated cases will cost around £350-£400 for one of these, whereas more complex cases can cost over £1,000.
If the petitioner and respondent cannot agree on how finances and assets should be split, they might have to use mediation services costing roughly £100 per hour. If this doesn’t work, they can:
- Use divorce arbitration services costing £3,500 to be paid 50/50
- Go to court, which can cost £10,000 to £30,000+ in solicitor fees each
From my experience, it’s always best to avoid going to court if you want a cheap divorce.
To get a vague idea of your final divorce settlement, you can use my free divorce settlement calculator below.
This is a guidance tool only and not an assessment. For accurate divorce settlement assessment, consult a solicitor. Do not rely solely on this calculator’s results.
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