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* Marriage took place in    another state or country?
    No problem!
* You do NOT need an    attorney.
* Usual length of time    required: 1-3 months from    the filing date.
* Usual filing fee in Florida-    $418.
* File in any county in Florida,    not just where you reside.
* Marriage license is not    required.
* Do we have to agree-NO.
* Don't know where your    spouse is? No problem!
 
PACKET #B-5: Both parties agree (Both parties will fill out the forms)

You may use this packet if the following are true:

  • NO CHILDREN were born of the marriage, and the wife is not pregnant.
  • You may be seeking alimony.
  • You have marital assets or marital debts.
  • You both are in total agreement regarding the division of your assets and liabilities.

PACKET #B-6: Personal Service (the other party will be served with papers)

You may use this packet if the following are true:

  • NO CHILDREN were born of the marriage, and the wife is not pregnant.
  • You may be seeking alimony.
  • You have marital assets or marital debts.
  • You are not sure if your spouse is going to agree to your Petition, or if he/she will complete, have notarized, and return the completed forms to you.
  • You have an exact address where your spouse lives, or works.

PACKET #B-7: Service by Publication (you cannot locate the other party)

You may use this packet if the following are true:

  • NO CHILDREN were born of the marriage, and the wife is not pregnant.
  • You may be seeking alimony.
  • You have marital assets or marital debts.
  • You have not been able to locate your spouse.