Filing for divorce in Kansas without an attorney costs $195-$210 in court fees. You must meet the residency requirement of 60 days in Kansas. Kansas is a equitable distribution state with a 60 days waiting period. An uncontested divorce typically takes 2-3 months. Victoria AI guides you through every step with Kansas-specific instructions.
Last updated: February 1, 2026 • Reviewed by Divorce.law Legal Team
| Filing Fee | $195-$210 (Johnson County: $195. Sedgwick County: $200. Shawnee County: $198. Fees vary slightly by county.) |
| Residency Requirement | 60 days in Kansas |
| Waiting Period | 60 days |
| Property Division | Equitable Distribution (fair, not equal) |
| Grounds for Divorce | Incompatibility (no-fault), Failure to perform marital duty, Incompatibility due to mental illness |
| No-Fault Only? | No (fault grounds available) |
| Uncontested Timeline | 2-3 months |
| Contested Timeline | 6 months to 2+ years |
| Fee Waiver Available? | Yes |
To file for divorce in Kansas, you must meet the following residency requirement: 60 days in Kansas.
At least one spouse must have been a bona fide resident of Kansas for at least 60 days before filing for divorce.
Tip: Victoria AI can help you determine if you meet Kansas's residency requirements and guide you through the documentation needed to prove residency.
Follow these steps to file for divorce in Kansas without an attorney. Victoria AI guides you through each step with state-specific instructions.
At least one spouse must have been a bona fide resident of Kansas for at least 60 days before filing for divorce.
Download the official Kansas divorce forms: Petition for Divorce, Summons, Domestic Relations Affidavit. All forms are available from the Kansas courts website.
Fill out the divorce petition (District Court form) with your information, grounds for divorce, and what you're requesting (property division, custody, support).
File your completed petition with the Kansas court and pay the filing fee of $195-$210. Fee waivers are available if you qualify financially.
Properly serve your spouse with the divorce papers according to Kansas rules. Options typically include sheriff service, process server, or certified mail with acknowledgment.
Exchange mandatory financial disclosure documents as required by Kansas law. This typically includes income verification, tax returns, bank statements, and a sworn financial affidavit.
Kansas has a mandatory 60-day waiting period from the date of filing. The divorce cannot be finalized until this period expires.
Submit your final judgment to the court. For uncontested divorces in Kansas, this typically takes 2-3 months. The court will issue your final divorce decree.
These are the primary forms you'll need to file for divorce in Kansas. Victoria AI guides you through completing each form correctly.
Initiates divorce
Notifies spouse
Financial disclosure
Final judgment
The filing fee to start a divorce in Kansas is $195-$210. Johnson County: $195. Sedgwick County: $200. Shawnee County: $198. Fees vary slightly by county.
| Cost Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Court Filing Fee | $195-$210 |
| Service of Process | $50-$100 (varies by method) |
| Certified Copies | $5-$25 per copy |
| Total DIY Uncontested | $300-$1,000 (uncontested DIY) |
If you cannot afford the filing fee, Kansas offers fee waivers for qualifying individuals. You'll need to complete a fee waiver application demonstrating financial hardship. This typically requires showing income below a certain threshold (often 125-200% of federal poverty guidelines) or receiving public assistance benefits.
Victoria can help: Our AI guides you through the fee waiver application process and helps you gather the required documentation.
After filing your divorce petition in Kansas, you must legally "serve" your spouse with the divorce papers. This ensures they receive official notice of the divorce and have an opportunity to respond.
A sheriff, constable, or private process server personally delivers the papers to your spouse. Most reliable method.
Papers sent via certified mail with return receipt requested. Your spouse must sign to acknowledge receipt.
Your spouse voluntarily signs an acknowledgment that they received the papers. Fastest and cheapest option if cooperative.
If your spouse cannot be located, you may be able to publish notice in a newspaper. Requires court approval.
You must file proof of service with the court showing your spouse was properly served. Without valid proof of service, your divorce cannot proceed. Kansas courts are strict about service requirements.
Kansas is a equitable distribution state.
Kansas divides marital property equitably. The court considers age, length of marriage, property and earnings, time and manner of acquisition, and present and future earning capacity of each party.
Victoria's Financial Tools: Our AI-powered financial tools help you identify, categorize, and value marital assets. Victoria can help you understand how Kansas law applies to your specific property.
Kansas uses the Income shares model per Kansas Supreme Court Administrative Order.
Kansas uses income shares guidelines. Combined gross incomes of both parents determine the child support obligation, allocated based on each parent's percentage of total income.
Understanding the timeline helps you plan and set realistic expectations for your Kansas divorce.
When both spouses agree on all terms including property division, custody, and support. This is the fastest and least expensive option.
When spouses cannot agree and need court intervention to resolve disputes. Involves hearings, discovery, and potentially trial.
File Petition
Day 1 - Submit your divorce paperwork and pay the $195-$210 filing fee
Serve Your Spouse
Within 30 days - Ensure proper legal service of divorce papers
Response Period
20-30 days - Your spouse has time to file a response
Waiting Period
60 days - Kansas has a mandatory 60-day waiting period from the date of filing. The divorce cannot be finalized until this period expires.
Final Judgment
Court issues your final divorce decree
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Short 60-day residency requirement
60-day waiting period
Maintenance limited to 121 months
Simplified procedures for agreed divorces
Domestic Relations Affidavit required
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