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Kansas keeps the timing simple — 60 days of residency and a 60-day wait — but every uncontested divorce still needs a final court hearing.

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Uncontested Divorce Sample See the full text of the agreement both spouses sign together.

Petition for Divorce — Uncontested

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF [1. County] COUNTY, KANSAS

Case No: [2. Case Number]

DIVISION: [3. Court Division]

[4. Petitioner Full Name], Petitioner, vs. [5. Respondent Full Name], Respondent.

Comes now the Petitioner, [4. Petitioner Full Name], and files this Petition for Divorce against the Respondent, [5. Respondent Full Name], and in support thereof respectfully states:

Jurisdiction and Residency

Petitioner has been a resident of the State of Kansas for at least sixty (60) days immediately preceding the filing of this Petition, in accordance with K.S.A. § 23-2703. This Court has jurisdiction over the parties and the subject matter of this action.

Marriage Information

The parties were lawfully married on [6. Date of Marriage] in [7. City and State of Marriage], and separated on [8. Date of Separation]. There are no minor children born of or adopted during this marriage.

Grounds for Divorce

The parties are incompatible, and there is no reasonable prospect of reconciliation, in accordance with K.S.A. § 23-2701. The marriage should be dissolved.

Property and Debt Division

The parties have reached a full and complete agreement regarding the division of all marital property, assets, and debts. The terms of this division are as follows: [9. Property and Debt Division Terms]

Spousal Support

The parties have agreed that spousal support, also known as maintenance, shall be as follows: [10. Spousal Support Terms]

Request for Relief

WHEREFORE, Petitioner respectfully requests that this Court:

(a) enter a Decree of Divorce dissolving the marriage of the parties;
(b) approve the parties' agreement regarding property, debts, and spousal support;
(c) restore Petitioner's former name of [11. Former Name], if requested; and
(d) grant such other and further relief as the Court deems just and proper.

Dated: [12. Date of Signing]

Verification

I, [4. Petitioner Full Name], declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing statements are true and correct to the best of my knowledge, information, and belief.

Executed this [13. Execution Date] day of [14. Execution Month, Year], at [15. City and State of Execution].

Contested Divorce Sample See how disputed terms are laid out before you fill anything in.

Petition for Divorce — Contested

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF [1. County] COUNTY, KANSAS

Case No: [2. Case Number]

DIVISION: [3. Court Division]

[4. Petitioner Full Name], Petitioner, vs. [5. Respondent Full Name], Respondent.

Comes now the Petitioner, [4. Petitioner Full Name], and files this Petition for Divorce against the Respondent, [5. Respondent Full Name], and in support thereof respectfully states:

Jurisdiction and Residency

Petitioner has been a resident of the State of Kansas for at least sixty (60) days immediately preceding the filing of this Petition, in accordance with K.S.A. § 23-2703. This Court has jurisdiction over the parties and the subject matter of this action.

Marriage Information

The parties were lawfully married on [6. Date of Marriage] in [7. City and State of Marriage], and separated on [8. Date of Separation]. There are no minor children born of or adopted during this marriage.

Grounds for Divorce

The parties are incompatible, and there is no reasonable prospect of reconciliation, in accordance with K.S.A. § 23-2701. The marriage should be dissolved.

Property and Debt Division

The parties are unable to agree on the division of their marital property, assets, and debts. Petitioner requests that this Court divide the parties' marital property and debts equitably. The relevant marital assets and liabilities include: [9. Property and Debt Description]

Spousal Support

The parties are unable to agree on spousal support. Petitioner requests that the Court award spousal support in an amount and for a duration that is fair and equitable, considering the factors set forth in K.S.A. § 23-2902. Relevant facts include: [10. Spousal Support Facts]

Request for Relief

WHEREFORE, Petitioner respectfully requests that this Court:

(a) enter a Decree of Divorce dissolving the marriage of the parties;
(b) equitably divide the parties' marital property and debts;
(c) award spousal support as the Court deems fair and equitable;
(d) restore Petitioner's former name of [11. Former Name], if requested; and
(e) grant such other and further relief as the Court deems just and proper.

Dated: [12. Date of Signing]

Verification

I, [4. Petitioner Full Name], declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing statements are true and correct to the best of my knowledge, information, and belief.

Executed this [13. Execution Date] day of [14. Execution Month, Year], at [15. City and State of Execution].

Uncontested Divorce with Children Sample See the agreement plus the parenting plan section in full.

Petition for Divorce — Uncontested with Children

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF [1. County] COUNTY, KANSAS

Case No: [2. Case Number]

DIVISION: [3. Court Division]

[4. Petitioner Full Name], Petitioner, vs. [5. Respondent Full Name], Respondent.

Comes now the Petitioner, [4. Petitioner Full Name], and files this Petition for Divorce against the Respondent, [5. Respondent Full Name], and in support thereof respectfully states:

Jurisdiction and Residency

Petitioner has been a resident of the State of Kansas for at least sixty (60) days immediately preceding the filing of this Petition, in accordance with K.S.A. § 23-2703. This Court has jurisdiction over the parties and the subject matter of this action.

Marriage Information

The parties were lawfully married on [6. Date of Marriage] in [7. City and State of Marriage], and separated on [8. Date of Separation].

There are [9. Number of Children] minor child(ren) born of or adopted during this marriage: [10. Children Names and Birthdates].

Grounds for Divorce

The parties are incompatible, and there is no reasonable prospect of reconciliation, in accordance with K.S.A. § 23-2701. The marriage should be dissolved.

Custody and Parenting Plan

The parties have reached a full agreement regarding legal and physical custody of the minor child(ren), in accordance with the best interests of the child(ren) under K.S.A. § 23-3203. The agreed parenting plan is as follows: [11. Parenting Plan Terms]

Child Support

The parties have reached an agreement on child support consistent with the Kansas Child Support Guidelines (K.S.A. § 23-3005). The agreed monthly child support amount is [12. Child Support Amount], payable by [13. Paying Parent] to [14. Receiving Parent]. Additional terms: [15. Child Support Additional Terms]

Medical and Childcare Expenses

Unreimbursed medical, dental, vision, and childcare expenses for the minor child(ren) shall be shared as follows: [16. Medical and Childcare Terms]

Property and Debt Division

The parties have reached a full and complete agreement regarding the division of all marital property, assets, and debts. The terms of this division are as follows: [17. Property and Debt Division Terms]

Spousal Support

The parties have agreed that spousal support shall be as follows: [18. Spousal Support Terms]

Request for Relief

WHEREFORE, Petitioner respectfully requests that this Court:

(a) enter a Decree of Divorce dissolving the marriage of the parties;
(b) approve the parties' Parenting Plan regarding custody;
(c) order child support in accordance with the parties' agreement and the Kansas Child Support Guidelines;
(d) approve the parties' property and debt division;
(e) restore Petitioner's former name of [19. Former Name], if requested; and
(f) grant such other and further relief as the Court deems just and proper.

Dated: [20. Date of Signing]

Verification

I, [4. Petitioner Full Name], declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing statements are true and correct to the best of my knowledge, information, and belief.

Executed this [21. Execution Date] day of [22. Execution Month, Year], at [23. City and State of Execution].

Contested Divorce with Children Sample See how custody and parenting terms appear in the full document.

Petition for Divorce — Contested with Children

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF [1. County] COUNTY, KANSAS

Case No: [2. Case Number]

DIVISION: [3. Court Division]

[4. Petitioner Full Name], Petitioner, vs. [5. Respondent Full Name], Respondent.

Comes now the Petitioner, [4. Petitioner Full Name], and files this Petition for Divorce against the Respondent, [5. Respondent Full Name], and in support thereof respectfully states:

Jurisdiction and Residency

Petitioner has been a resident of the State of Kansas for at least sixty (60) days immediately preceding the filing of this Petition, in accordance with K.S.A. § 23-2703. This Court has jurisdiction over the parties and the subject matter of this action.

Marriage Information

The parties were lawfully married on [6. Date of Marriage] in [7. City and State of Marriage], and separated on [8. Date of Separation].

There are [9. Number of Children] minor child(ren) born of or adopted during this marriage: [10. Children Names and Birthdates].

Grounds for Divorce

The parties are incompatible, and there is no reasonable prospect of reconciliation, in accordance with K.S.A. § 23-2701. The marriage should be dissolved.

Custody and Parenting Time

The parties are unable to agree on legal or physical custody of the minor child(ren). Petitioner requests that the Court award custody and establish a parenting time schedule in accordance with the best interests of the child(ren) under K.S.A. § 23-3203. Relevant facts include: [11. Custody Dispute Facts]

Child Support

The parties are unable to agree on child support. Petitioner requests that the Court order child support in accordance with the Kansas Child Support Guidelines (K.S.A. § 23-3005). Relevant facts include: [12. Child Support Facts]

Medical, Dental, and Childcare Expenses

Unreimbursed medical, dental, vision, and childcare expenses for the minor child(ren) shall be allocated as follows, or as the Court determines equitable: [13. Medical and Childcare Terms]

Property and Debt Division

The parties are unable to agree on the division of their marital property, assets, and debts. Petitioner requests that the Court equitably divide the parties' marital property and debts. The relevant marital assets and liabilities include: [14. Property and Debt Description]

Spousal Support

The parties are unable to agree on spousal support. Petitioner requests that the Court award spousal support as the Court deems fair and equitable. Relevant facts include: [15. Spousal Support Facts]

Request for Relief

WHEREFORE, Petitioner respectfully requests that this Court:

(a) enter a Decree of Divorce dissolving the marriage of the parties;
(b) determine legal and physical custody and establish a parenting time schedule in the best interests of the minor child(ren);
(c) order child support in accordance with the Kansas Child Support Guidelines;
(d) equitably divide the parties' marital property and debts;
(e) award spousal support as the Court deems fair and equitable;
(f) restore Petitioner's former name of [16. Former Name], if requested; and
(g) grant such other and further relief as the Court deems just and proper.

Dated: [17. Date of Signing]

Verification

I, [4. Petitioner Full Name], declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing statements are true and correct to the best of my knowledge, information, and belief.

Executed this [18. Execution Date] day of [19. Execution Month, Year], at [20. City and State of Execution].

At a Glance

Kansas divorce at a glance

Residency requirement 60 days
Waiting period 60 days
Filing fee $195
Grounds accepted Incompatibility (no-fault)
Official forms No standard numbers (Judicial Council forms)

Confirm with your county before filing — fees and rules can vary.

Overview

Filing for divorce in Kansas

Kansas pairs a short residency rule with an unusual procedural requirement: even a fully uncontested divorce must end with a court hearing. You file the Petition for Divorce with the District Court in your county after 60 days of residency, and a 60-day waiting period runs from the filing date before the judge can grant the decree. Because the hearing is mandatory, both spouses should expect to appear — even when everything is agreed.

The no-fault ground is incompatibility under K.S.A. § 23-2701, which requires no proof of wrongdoing. Property is divided equitably, and child support follows the Kansas Child Support Guidelines under K.S.A. § 23-3005. Custody is decided under the best interests standard in K.S.A. § 23-3203, and alimony is called maintenance.

The official forms come free from the Kansas Judicial Council, and the filing fee is about $195. Because the hearing is required, a common mistake is assuming an uncontested case never reaches the courtroom — in Kansas it always does.

Official court source: Kansas Judicial Council