Wondering how long your Florida divorce will take? You’re not alone. While some cases resolve in under 90 days, others stretch into years — especially when emotions, property, or children are involved. Here’s what you need to know.
What’s the Fastest a Divorce Can Be Finalized in Florida?
In uncontested cases with no minor children and full agreement on all issues, a divorce in Florida can be finalized in as little as 30–60 days after filing. The key is that both parties must fully cooperate and file the required documents correctly and on time.
Average Timeline for Divorce in Florida (2025)
- Uncontested Divorce: 1–3 months
- Contested Divorce (No Children): 6–12 months
- Contested Divorce (With Children or Business): 9–24 months
Factors That Cause Delays
Even simple cases get bogged down. Here are the most common reasons:
- Failure to Respond: One party ignores or delays paperwork.
- Incomplete Financial Disclosure: Required in Florida via Form 12.902(c), and delays stall everything.
- Custody or Visitation Disputes: Court schedules become tight when minor children are involved.
- Business Valuations: If you or your spouse owns a business, valuation disputes can add months.
- Motion Practice: Repeated filings of temporary orders or objections drag out the timeline.
How to Move Faster
- Use a checklist: Splitifi offers a step-by-step doc checklist to avoid missed forms.
- Get financials in order early: W-2s, tax returns, bank statements — gather them now.
- Consider mediation: Florida courts often recommend it and will move faster if you’ve tried it.
- Use tech: Let Splitifi’s AI prep your financial affidavit drafts and timeline summaries automatically.
How Will You Know It’s Final?
Florida divorces end with a signed Final Judgment of Dissolution of Marriage (Form 12.990(a)). Once entered by the judge, your divorce is legally complete. You’ll receive a certified copy by mail or at the courthouse.
Don’t Let Confusion Delay You
Most people delay because they don’t know what to do next. Use Splitifi’s free AI assistant to map out your timeline, get clarity on your next step, and avoid stalling.
