About divorce

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Do I have to live in this country to get a divorce here?

• You and your husband or wife, must both have your permanent homes ('domicile') in England or Wales when the petition is started; or
• You and your husband or wife must both be living in England or Wales when the petition is started; or
• You and your husband or wife must both have had your last home in England or Wales and one of you must still be living in either of these countries when the petition is started; or
• Your husband or wife must be living in England or Wales when the petition is started; or
• You must have been living in England or Wales for at least a year on the day the petition is started; or
• You must have your permanent home in England or Wales and have been living in either of these countries for at least six months on the day the petition is started.

You may also get a divorce in England and Wales in other specific circumstances. You should contact a solicitor, law centre or Citizen's Advice Bureau if you need help deciding which statement applies to you.