Divorce Resources for Metro Vancouver

British Columbia

Divorce law information and resources for Metro Vancouver.

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Key Facts

Divorce in Metro Vancouver: Key Facts

Filing fee (British Columbia): $200
Residency requirement: 12 months
Grounds: No-fault and fault-based
Property division: Equitable distribution

Filing rules and fees are set by British Columbia law and apply throughout Metro Vancouver. Verify current amounts with the court. See the full British Columbia divorce guide.

British Columbia Divorce Laws

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Metro Vancouver Divorce FAQs

What is the residency requirement to file for divorce in British Columbia?

At least one spouse must have lived in British Columbia for 12 months before filing for divorce. This requirement is set by province law and applies throughout the province, including Metro Vancouver.

How much does it cost to file for divorce in Metro Vancouver?

The court filing fee for a divorce in British Columbia is $200. Fee waivers may be available for filers who cannot afford the fee — ask the court clerk about the waiver process. Beyond the filing fee, the median total cost of an uncontested divorce in British Columbia is about $1,750 (2020 data).

Does British Columbia allow no-fault divorce?

Yes. British Columbia allows no-fault divorce, and fault-based grounds are also available in some cases. Most divorces proceed on no-fault grounds.

How is property divided in a British Columbia divorce?

British Columbia uses equitable distribution: marital property is divided based on what the court finds fair in the circumstances of each case, which is not always an equal split.

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Divorce.law is a legal information platform — not a law firm — and does not provide legal advice or representation. British Columbia figures on this page come from public sources and are updated regularly; confirm current requirements with the court or a British Columbia-licensed attorney.