How to File for Divorce in Nevada
Complete guide to Nevada divorce process, forms, and requirements for 2025
Steps to File for Divorce in Nevada
1
Meet Residency Requirements
One spouse must have been a Nevada resident for at least 6 weeks before filing.
2
File the Complaint
File a Complaint for Divorce with the District Court. Nevada only allows no-fault divorce (incompatibility) or living separately for 1 year.
3
Serve Your Spouse
Your spouse must be served with the complaint. They have 21 days (or 20 if personally served) to respond.
4
Complete Joint Petition (if applicable)
For uncontested divorces, you can file a Joint Petition signed by both spouses.
5
Attend Hearing
Attend a brief final hearing. Some uncontested cases may be finalized without hearing.
6
Receive Decree
Nevada has no waiting period. Uncontested divorces can be finalized quickly.
Nevada Divorce Requirements
Residency Requirement
6 Weeks
One spouse must have been a Nevada resident for at least 6 weeks before filing.
Waiting Period
None
Nevada has no waiting period. Uncontested divorces can be finalized very quickly.
Filing Fees
$300+
Filing fees vary by county. Clark County (Las Vegas) is around $300.
Required Nevada Divorce Forms
Complaint for Divorce
Primary form for contested divorce
Joint Petition for Divorce
For uncontested divorces
Summons
Notice to respondent
Financial Disclosure Form
Property and debt disclosure
Decree of Divorce
Final divorce judgment
Types of Divorce in Nevada
Joint Petition (Uncontested)
- Both spouses sign together
- No service required
- Can finalize in days
- Lower costs
- May not need hearing
- Most popular choice
Complaint (Contested)
- One spouse files
- Service required
- Takes longer
- Discovery possible
- Trial if needed
- Higher costs
Important Things to Know
Nevada is a community property state with one of the quickest and easiest divorce processes in the nation. With only 6 weeks residency and no waiting period, uncontested divorces can be finalized very quickly.
Nevada-Specific Considerations
- Nevada is a community property state
- No waiting period after filing
- Only 6 weeks residency required
- Joint Petition for quick uncontested divorce
- Famous for "quickie divorces"
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