Guilford County, North Carolina

Uncontested Divorce in Guilford County, North Carolina

Filing information for the Guilford County Courthouse. Get your North Carolina divorce documents ready in minutes. Not a law firm.

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Guilford County Courthouse

Address

201 S Eugene St, Greensboro, NC 27401

Phone

(336) 641-3700

Filing Hours

Mon–Fri 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Filing Fee

$225

Waiting Period

1 year separation required before filing

Court Type

District Court

Courthouse Location

How to File for Divorce in Guilford County

  1. 1

    Prepare your COMPLAINT FOR ABSOLUTE DIVORCE and all supporting forms. DivorceReady.online generates state-specific documents for you.

  2. 2

    Make at least 2 copies of all documents — one for the court, one for your spouse, and one for your records.

  3. 3

    Bring your completed packet to the Guilford County clerk's office (Guilford County Courthouse) during filing hours.

  4. 4

    Pay the filing fee. The Guilford County filing fee is listed below. If you cannot afford the fee, ask the clerk for a fee waiver application.

  5. 5

    The court will assign a case number and schedule. If your spouse signs a waiver, no formal service is required.

  6. 6

    After the mandatory 1 year separation required before filing waiting period, submit your final decree for the judge's signature.

Required Documents for Guilford County

DivorceReady.online prepares the core North Carolina divorce documents commonly needed for an uncontested filing in Guilford County. Local add-on forms or court-specific coversheets can vary by county:

COMPLAINT FOR ABSOLUTE DIVORCE

Summons / Civil Summons (AOC-CV-100)

SEPARATION AND PROPERTY SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT

JUDGMENT OF ABSOLUTE DIVORCE

North Carolina requires the parties to have lived SEPARATE AND APART for at least 1 full year before filing for divorce. Additional state-specific forms may be required depending on your case.

Residency Requirements

The Plaintiff or Defendant must have been a resident of the State of North Carolina for at least 6 months before filing.

Source-backed legal information

Guilford County, North Carolina 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

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What DivorceReady Prepares

  • North Carolina 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 Guilford County 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.

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.

Ready to File in Guilford County?

DivorceReady.online prepares your core North Carolina court forms, including the COMPLAINT FOR ABSOLUTE DIVORCE and supporting documents. You can review, download, and file them according to the Guilford County Courthouse's current instructions.

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Guilford County Divorce FAQ

How do I file for divorce in Guilford County, North Carolina?

Prepare your divorce forms, make copies, and file them in person at the Guilford County Courthouse at 201 S Eugene St, Greensboro, NC 27401. The filing fee is $225. DivorceReady.online prepares all the required North Carolina-specific forms for you.

What are the filing hours for Guilford County court?

The Guilford County Courthouse is open Mon–Fri 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. We recommend arriving early as lines can be long, especially on Mondays.

How much does it cost to file for divorce in Guilford County?

The court filing fee in Guilford County is $225. DivorceReady.online charges a separate one-time document preparation fee of $89.99 (no children) or $119.99 (with children).

Where is the Guilford County courthouse located?

The Guilford County Courthouse is located at 201 S Eugene St, Greensboro, NC 27401. You can reach the clerk's office at (336) 641-3700.

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