How much does a divorce cost? England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland
Court fees and solicitors' fees for an uncontested divorce in each part of the UK, the grounds you need, and why the financial settlement is a separate cost.
Divorce solicitors in Wales: compare fees
Wales follows the no-fault divorce law of England and Wales, with the same online process and the same 20-week minimum wait before the conditional order. Agreeing finances and making them binding through a consent order is separate work.
Compare fees in WalesFrequently asked questions
How much do divorce solicitors in Wales charge?
Fees are set by each firm and vary with the work involved. Compare fixed fees side by side on Compare Legal, check what each quote includes, and make sure VAT and disbursements are in the total before you choose.
How long does a divorce take in Wales?
Usually around six to eight months for an uncontested divorce, because of the minimum 20-week wait before the conditional order and the six-week wait before the final order.
What should a quote include?
The firm's own fee, VAT, and disbursements: the costs the firm pays for you, such as searches, registration fees or court fees. Ask whether the fee is fixed and what would make it go up.