Texas Uncontested Divorce Forms: A Plain-English Guide
Uncontested Texas divorce forms are simpler when both spouses agree. Learn what uncontested means in Texas, which forms you file, and the 60-day waiting period that applies.
What Uncontested Means in Texas
An uncontested divorce in Texas means both spouses agree on property division, debt, and (if you have minor children) conservatorship, possession, and child support. When everything is agreed, the forms are straightforward and the case moves faster. Our Texas divorce hub walks through the full process.
The Core Uncontested Forms
The essential Texas uncontested divorce forms are the Original Petition for Divorce, a Waiver of Service signed by your spouse in front of a notary, and a Final Decree of Divorce (Agreed). A Marital Settlement Agreement records your property and debt terms.
The No-Fault Ground
Texas uses insupportability as the no-fault ground — the marriage has become insupportable because of discord or conflict of personalities with no reasonable expectation of reconciliation. For an agreed divorce, insupportability is the simplest ground and avoids proving fault.
The 60-Day Waiting Period
Texas requires a mandatory 60-day waiting period from the date you file your petition before the court can grant the divorce. After day 60, you attend a short prove-up hearing where the judge signs your decree.
Keeping It Simple
Because the divorce is agreed, you usually avoid court hearings beyond the brief prove-up. DivorceReady prepares the agreed forms based on your answers. We are not a law firm and do not provide legal advice; for contested issues, consult a licensed Texas attorney.
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