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Online Divorce
in Iowa

Online divorce is an easy and hassle-free divorce procedure for couples in Iowa who agree on key issues like property division, child custody, and support. It is a convenient solution for spouses looking to end their marriage amicably without a lawyer’s involvement. Our service offers a simple and reliable way to complete legal forms online and prepare for the filing process.

  • Time-efficient document preparation
  • Absolute confidentiality
  • Package of ready-to-file forms
  • Helpful customer support
  • Detailed filing guidelines for free
100% guarantee

of court approval

$159 full packet

of divorce documents

How It Works

We offer a convenient paperwork preparation tool for uncontested offline or online divorces in Iowa.

If spouses do not have disputes related to property distribution, debt division, child custody, etc., and are ready to cooperate, they can comfortably go through the process without involving an attorney. This way, they can save a lot of money, as legal representation is often the main expense in a divorce.

Searching for and filling out all the mandatory forms is hard, and you don’t need to do it on your own. Use our online service to receive the ready-to-file papers for your uncontested case quickly and for a small fee. Then, file without a lawyer in person or online.

To file for divorce in Iowa online, take 3 simple steps:


Requirements for an Uncontested Divorce in Iowa

Filing Requirements

To apply for divorce, you must file the Petition and other documents in the district court in the county where either spouse resides or file online. After that, serve your spouse, wait till the mandatory waiting period is over, submit the rest of the papers, and attend the hearing, if required in your case.

Residency Requirements

If your spouse lives in Iowa and is personally served with divorce forms, there is no residency requirement for you as a petitioner. In all other cases, you must have been a resident of Iowa for at least 1 year before filing.

Waiting Period

In Iowa, there is a mandatory 90-day waiting period before a divorce can be finalized. It starts after the responding spouse is served with the divorce papers. The waiting period can be waived only in exceptional circumstances, such as domestic violence or abuse.

Complete Your Divorce Papers Online

To get filled-out case-specific papers for your uncontested divorce from us, you will need to complete all the sections of an online questionnaire.

Make sure to indicate your and your spouse’s full names, dates of birth, and the date and place of your marriage. You’ll also need to list your current addresses, any real estate you own, and names, birth dates, and addresses of your children. Besides, there are questions about your income, debts, insurance, taxes, and workplaces. You may also need to describe your property and provide information about your finances.

Once your divorce paperwork is ready, you can download it online or get it delivered by mail for a small extra fee. The paperwork set will likely include:

  • Petition
  • Financial Affidavit
  • Protected Information Disclosure
  • Settlement Agreement

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We provide only up-to-date forms to ensure they meet the current requirements and are suitable for your divorce in Iowa. You’ll receive a detailed filing guide helping you to start and finalize your divorce efficiently with clear instructions on important steps.

Cost

Getting paperwork from our service is more affordable than hiring an attorney for the same task. If you want to make the preparation of documents for a divorce in Iowa cheap, you are on the right page.

Court-approved Divorce Forms

All the forms we provide to our customers are court-approved and meet state-specific legal requirements.

Speed

You can access the questionnaire anytime and get quick online help with divorce documents. Submit your answers and receive the filled-out papers within the deadline you choose.

User-Friendly Platform

Our support agents are available to answer any questions you may have concerning our online service or ordering process.

Start Your Divorce in Iowa Today!

Getting the filled-out forms and a guide on how to file them from our online service is a major step in your divorce preparations. If you want to clarify anything concerning how our online technology works, feel free to contact our support agents.

All our clients get:

  • Court-approved forms only
  • Possibility to fill out a questionnaire at a convenient pace
  • Access to the platform from any device
  • Full security when filling out a questionnaire
  • Budget-friendly document preparation
  • State-specific paperwork

What if We Have Children?

Even if you have minor children, you can still order the document preparation for your uncontested divorce in Iowa online. We will provide the required child-related papers at no additional fee.

Before starting the divorce case with kids, there are a few things to remember:

  • Reaching an agreement concerning child-related matters is crucial. If spouses cannot come to an agreement, a judge will make decisions based on what is in the child’s best interests. The judge will consider different factors, including the child’s relationship with each parent, the mental and physical health of both parties, the distance from households to the school, etc.
  • In Iowa, both parents may have equal legal and physical custody. Sometimes, both parents share legal custody, but only one is recognized as a primary physical caregiver, while the other parent visits the kids on an agreed-upon basis. Parents can propose their own custody arrangements. The court will review them to ensure they serve the child’s best interests.
  • Child support is determined based on the Iowa Child Support Guidelines. It is necessary to consider the income of each parent, the number of children involved, and other factors. Spouses can estimate the approximate sum in the Child Support Calculator. Child support can be modified in the future if there is a significant change in circumstances.

Customer Testimonials

I haven’t heard about services like this before, but I was advised to use this one. I am really glad that I had such a great opportunity. They made my divorce process really simple and I didn’t have to spend a lot!
Susan K.
Iowa
Highly recommend! Lawyers are just out there to get your money and you can actually do everything pretty easily yourself. Get the documents here, file using their guide, and you’re essentially divorced!
Kathy S.
Iowa

Frequently Asked Questions

Online filing is available in Iowa. As we will provide you with filled-out forms in a PDF format, you will be able to choose whether to e-file them or file in person based on the guide we provide.

The filing costs may vary from county to county. The average fee is $265, and there seems to be no e-filing fee at the moment. If you hire a lawyer to help with your divorce process, the average cost will be $11,700 for uncontested cases and $26,000 or more for contested ones. However, you can significantly reduce expenses by working with a reliable paperwork preparation service and filing pro se.

It is possible to finalize an uncontested divorce in Iowa in 3-4 months, considering the mandatory waiting period. Still, the process can take longer due to a busy court schedule or specific case circumstances. Contested cases will likely take much longer due to the disputes and litigations.

Not necessarily, especially if you are divorcing amicably. If you need legal advice before filing pro se or your case is contested, it is best to get online divorce help from an attorney.

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