New York Divorce Cost: Filing Fees and DIY Pricing
See the main cost items before you start: court fees, service or e-filing costs, copies, and DivorceReady flat-fee document preparation for eligible uncontested New York cases.
General self-help information for uncontested filers. Not legal advice.
Quick facts
Court
Supreme Court
Divorce cases in New York are filed through the Supreme Court or the applicable county court process.
Court Fee
$210 index number fee; additional court fees may apply
Court fees are separate from DivorceReady document preparation pricing and can change by county.
Filing Method
NYSCEF
NYSCEF is listed as the filing portal for self-represented filers. Matrimonial e-filing is available in many but not all New York counties. Confirm with your county clerk.
Separate preparation cost from court fees
Budget for DivorceReady document preparation separately from the New York court filing fee of $210 index number fee; additional court fees may apply.
Check county charges
Counties may charge filing, service, copy, certification, e-filing, or payment processing fees.
Review before paying DivorceReady
Customers can start the questionnaire and review answers before checkout.
Ask the court about fee waivers
Courts may offer fee waiver or indigency options for qualifying filers.
Source-backed legal information
New York Authority & Review Notes
This page is maintained for self-represented uncontested divorce filers and is checked against official court, clerk, and e-filing resources where available.
Last reviewed
August 31, 2026
Next scheduled check: November 29, 2026
Reviewed by
DivorceReady Editorial Review Team
Editorial QC, source checks, and product-language review.
Attorney review
Prepared for future reviewer attribution
Attorney-review structure prepared; no attorney reviewer is currently assigned.
What DivorceReady Prepares
- New York divorce petition, complaint, or dissolution starter documents based on the selected package.
- Service, waiver, acceptance, or notice documents where those documents are part of the self-represented filing path.
- Settlement, final decree, parenting, name restoration, and filing checklist materials when the user selects an eligible package.
What Users Must File/Pay Separately
- File the signed document packet with the New York court, clerk, or approved e-filing portal after purchase and review.
- Pay court filing fees, service fees, certified copies, and e-filing provider fees directly to the court, clerk, sheriff/constable, process server, or filing vendor.
- Confirm local clerk instructions, signatures, notarization, service, hearing, and final-decree procedures before filing.
Official Sources Cited
DivorceReady.online is a self-help document preparation service. We are not a law firm, do not provide legal advice, do not represent customers in court, and are not affiliated with any court. Customers are responsible for reviewing, signing, filing, serving, and paying all court or provider fees required by their filing office.
New York divorce cost basics
The cost of an uncontested divorce in New York usually includes court filing fees, any service or e-filing fees, copies or certified copies, and document preparation if you use a service like DivorceReady. The current state profile lists the court filing fee as $210 index number fee; additional court fees may apply, but county charges can vary.
Flat-fee document preparation
DivorceReady is designed for eligible uncontested New York cases where the spouses agree on the major terms and want prepared paperwork without hiring a lawyer for the entire case.
Cost planning for self-represented filers
The safest budget plan is to treat court fees, service fees, and document preparation as separate line items. If cost is a concern, ask the clerk whether a fee waiver or indigency process is available.
Document preparation
Ready to Prepare Your New York Divorce Papers?
Start with simple questions, review your answers before checkout, and download your state-specific divorce document package after purchase.
Start My New York DivorceDivorceReady prepares your documents. Filing is completed separately through your court, clerk, or approved e-filing portal where available. DivorceReady is not a law firm and does not file documents with the court on your behalf.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does divorce cost in New York?
The court filing fee shown in the New York profile is $210 index number fee; additional court fees may apply. DivorceReady pricing is separate from court fees and starts with flat-fee document preparation for eligible uncontested cases.
Are court filing fees included in DivorceReady pricing?
No. DivorceReady prepares the documents. Court filing fees, service fees, certified copies, and any local clerk charges are paid separately to the court or provider.
Can I file an uncontested divorce myself in New York?
Many uncontested filers prepare and file their own divorce paperwork as self-represented filers when both spouses agree on the major terms. DivorceReady prepares documents but is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice.
Where do I file divorce papers in New York?
Divorce papers in New York are generally filed with the Supreme Court in the proper county. Local filing codes, clerk procedures, and extra local forms can vary by county.