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New Hampshire has no waiting period at all — if both spouses live in the state, the couple can file immediately and finalize in two to three months.

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

Petition for Divorce — Uncontested

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW HAMPSHIRE, FAMILY DIVISION, [1. County] COUNTY Case No. [2. Case Number] [3. Plaintiff Full Name], Plaintiff, vs. [4. Defendant Full Name], Defendant. Comes now the Plaintiff, [3. Plaintiff Full Name], and files this Petition for Divorce against the Defendant, [4. Defendant Full Name], and in support thereof respectfully states:

Jurisdiction and Residency

Plaintiff has been domiciled in the State of New Hampshire for at least one year immediately preceding the filing of this Petition, in accordance with RSA 458:5. This Court has jurisdiction over the parties and the subject matter of this action.

Marriage Information

The parties were lawfully married on [5. Date of Marriage] in [6. City and State of Marriage], and separated on [7. Date of Separation]. There are no minor children born of or adopted during this marriage.

Grounds for Divorce

The marriage is irretrievably broken due to irreconcilable differences, and there is no reasonable prospect of reconciliation, in accordance with RSA 458:7. 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: [8. Property and Debt Division Terms]

Alimony

The parties have agreed that alimony shall be as follows: [9. Alimony Terms]

Request for Relief

WHEREFORE, Plaintiff 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 alimony; (c) restore Plaintiff's former name of [10. Former Name], if requested; and (d) grant such other and further relief as the Court deems just and proper. Dated: [11. Date of Signing]

Verification

I, [3. Plaintiff 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 [12. Execution Date] day of [13. Execution Month, Year], at [14. 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 CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW HAMPSHIRE, FAMILY DIVISION, [1. County] COUNTY Case No. [2. Case Number] [3. Plaintiff Full Name], Plaintiff, vs. [4. Defendant Full Name], Defendant. Comes now the Plaintiff, [3. Plaintiff Full Name], and files this Petition for Divorce against the Defendant, [4. Defendant Full Name], and in support thereof respectfully states:

Jurisdiction and Residency

Plaintiff has been domiciled in the State of New Hampshire for at least one year immediately preceding the filing of this Petition, in accordance with RSA 458:5. This Court has jurisdiction over the parties and the subject matter of this action.

Marriage Information

The parties were lawfully married on [5. Date of Marriage] in [6. City and State of Marriage], and separated on [7. Date of Separation]. There are no minor children born of or adopted during this marriage.

Grounds for Divorce

The marriage is irretrievably broken due to irreconcilable differences, and there is no reasonable prospect of reconciliation, in accordance with RSA 458:7. 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. Plaintiff requests that this Court equitably divide the parties' marital property and debts. The relevant marital assets and liabilities include: [8. Property and Debt Description]

Alimony

The parties are unable to agree on alimony. Plaintiff requests that the Court award alimony in an amount and for a duration that is just and equitable, considering the factors set forth in RSA 458:19. Relevant facts include: [9. Alimony Facts]

Request for Relief

WHEREFORE, Plaintiff 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 alimony as the Court deems just and equitable; (d) restore Plaintiff's former name of [10. Former Name], if requested; and (e) grant such other and further relief as the Court deems just and proper. Dated: [11. Date of Signing]

Verification

I, [3. Plaintiff 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 [12. Execution Date] day of [13. Execution Month, Year], at [14. 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 CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW HAMPSHIRE, FAMILY DIVISION, [1. County] COUNTY Case No. [2. Case Number] [3. Plaintiff Full Name], Plaintiff, vs. [4. Defendant Full Name], Defendant. Comes now the Plaintiff, [3. Plaintiff Full Name], and files this Petition for Divorce against the Defendant, [4. Defendant Full Name], and in support thereof respectfully states:

Jurisdiction and Residency

Plaintiff has been domiciled in the State of New Hampshire for at least one year immediately preceding the filing of this Petition, in accordance with RSA 458:5. This Court has jurisdiction over the parties and the subject matter of this action.

Marriage Information

The parties were lawfully married on [5. Date of Marriage] in [6. City and State of Marriage], and separated on [7. Date of Separation]. There are [8. Number of Children] minor child(ren) born of or adopted during this marriage: [9. Children Names and Birthdates].

Grounds for Divorce

The marriage is irretrievably broken due to irreconcilable differences, and there is no reasonable prospect of reconciliation, in accordance with RSA 458:7. The marriage should be dissolved.

Custody and Parenting Plan

The parties have reached a full agreement regarding parenting time and the allocation of parental rights and responsibilities for the minor child(ren), in accordance with the best interests of the child(ren) and the requirement of a parenting plan under Rule 2.18 of the Family Division. The agreed parenting plan is as follows: [10. Parenting Plan Terms]

Child Support

The parties have reached an agreement on child support consistent with the New Hampshire Child Support Guidelines (RSA 458-C). The agreed monthly child support amount is [11. Child Support Amount], payable by [12. Paying Parent] to [13. Receiving Parent]. Additional terms: [14. 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: [15. 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: [16. Property and Debt Division Terms]

Alimony

The parties have agreed that alimony shall be as follows: [17. Alimony Terms]

Request for Relief

WHEREFORE, Plaintiff respectfully requests that this Court: (a) enter a Decree of Divorce dissolving the marriage of the parties; (b) approve the parties' parenting plan regarding the minor child(ren); (c) order child support in accordance with the parties' agreement and the New Hampshire Child Support Guidelines; (d) approve the parties' property and debt division; (e) restore Plaintiff's former name of [18. Former Name], if requested; and (f) grant such other and further relief as the Court deems just and proper. Dated: [19. Date of Signing]

Verification

I, [3. Plaintiff 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 [20. Execution Date] day of [21. Execution Month, Year], at [22. 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 CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW HAMPSHIRE, FAMILY DIVISION, [1. County] COUNTY Case No. [2. Case Number] [3. Plaintiff Full Name], Plaintiff, vs. [4. Defendant Full Name], Defendant. Comes now the Plaintiff, [3. Plaintiff Full Name], and files this Petition for Divorce against the Defendant, [4. Defendant Full Name], and in support thereof respectfully states:

Jurisdiction and Residency

Plaintiff has been domiciled in the State of New Hampshire for at least one year immediately preceding the filing of this Petition, in accordance with RSA 458:5. This Court has jurisdiction over the parties and the subject matter of this action.

Marriage Information

The parties were lawfully married on [5. Date of Marriage] in [6. City and State of Marriage], and separated on [7. Date of Separation]. There are [8. Number of Children] minor child(ren) born of or adopted during this marriage: [9. Children Names and Birthdates].

Grounds for Divorce

The marriage is irretrievably broken due to irreconcilable differences, and there is no reasonable prospect of reconciliation, in accordance with RSA 458:7. The marriage should be dissolved.

Custody and Parenting Plan

The parties are unable to agree on parenting time or the allocation of parental rights and responsibilities for the minor child(ren). Plaintiff requests that the Court establish a parenting plan in accordance with the best interests of the child(ren) and Rule 2.18 of the Family Division. Relevant facts include: [10. Custody Dispute Facts]

Child Support

The parties are unable to agree on child support. Plaintiff requests that the Court order child support in accordance with the New Hampshire Child Support Guidelines (RSA 458-C). Relevant facts include: [11. 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: [12. Medical and Childcare Terms]

Property and Debt Division

The parties are unable to agree on the division of their marital property, assets, and debts. Plaintiff requests that the Court equitably divide the parties' marital property and debts. The relevant marital assets and liabilities include: [13. Property and Debt Description]

Alimony

The parties are unable to agree on alimony. Plaintiff requests that the Court award alimony as the Court deems just and equitable under RSA 458:19. Relevant facts include: [14. Alimony Facts]

Request for Relief

WHEREFORE, Plaintiff respectfully requests that this Court: (a) enter a Decree of Divorce dissolving the marriage of the parties; (b) establish a parenting plan in the best interests of the minor child(ren); (c) order child support in accordance with the New Hampshire Child Support Guidelines; (d) equitably divide the parties' marital property and debts; (e) award alimony as the Court deems just and equitable; (f) restore Plaintiff's former name of [15. Former Name], if requested; and (g) grant such other and further relief as the Court deems just and proper. Dated: [16. Date of Signing]

Verification

I, [3. Plaintiff 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 [17. Execution Date] day of [18. Execution Month, Year], at [19. City and State of Execution].
At a Glance

New Hampshire divorce at a glance

Residency requirement 1 year domicile (or both spouses in NH)
Waiting period None
Filing fee $250 no children / $282 with children
Grounds accepted Irreconcilable differences (no-fault)
Official forms NHJB-2167-FS (Petition), NHJB-2067-F (Personal Data Sheet)

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

Overview

New Hampshire divorce: no cooling-off period

New Hampshire drops the thing most states keep: the waiting period. There is no mandatory cooling-off window, so an agreed case can move from filing to final decree in two to three months. The catch is residency — a couple where both spouses are domiciled in New Hampshire can file right away, but a lone resident filing against an out-of-state spouse must wait out one year of domicile under RSA 458:5.

The no-fault ground is irreconcilable differences that have caused the irremediable breakdown of the marriage under RSA 458:7-a. Cases run through the Circuit Court Family Division, and the key forms are the Petition for Divorce (NHJB-2167-FS) and the Personal Data Sheet (NHJB-2067-F), with a joint petition available for couples filing together.

Property is divided equitably, and child support follows the New Hampshire Child Support Guidelines under RSA 458-C. Alimony is called alimony here. The filing fee is $250 without children and $282 with minor children, and all forms are free from the New Hampshire courts.