Online Divorce Toronto

Step 1: Check Your Eligibility

Before filing, ensure you meet the legal requirements:

• Residency: At least one spouse must have lived in Ontario for 12 months.
• Separation Period: You and your spouse must have been separated for at least 12 months.
• No Major Disputes: You and your spouse must agree on child custody, support, and property division.

Step 2: Complete the Online Divorce Application

Once eligibility is confirmed, start your divorce application online:

✔ Fill out a secure online questionnaire with details about your marriage and separation.
✔ Upload required documents, such as your Marriage Certificate and separation agreement (if applicable).
✔ Select your preferred divorce type:

• Uncontested Divorce – Both spouses agree to all terms.
• Joint Divorce – Both spouses file together and cooperate throughout the process.

Sole Divorce – One spouse files, and the other is served divorce papers.

Step 3: Legal Review & Filing

✔ Our team reviews your application to ensure accuracy and compliance with Ontario divorce laws.
✔ We file your divorce documents with the Ontario Superior Court of Justice online.
✔ Court Filing Fee: A mandatory $632 court fee is required for processing.

Step 4: Serve Divorce Papers (If Necessary)

If filing a sole divorce, the law requires that:

✔ Your spouse must be served with divorce papers.
✔ They have 30 days to respond (60 days if living outside Canada).
✔ If they do not respond, the case moves forward as an uncontested divorce.

Step 5: Receive Your Divorce Certificate

✔ If the divorce is uncontested, the court grants a Divorce Order.
✔ After 31 days, your divorce is legally final.
✔ You can then request a Certificate of Divorce to confirm your legal marital status.

Step 6: Submit Final Paperwork

📑 If your spouse does not contest the divorce, you can submit an Affidavit for Divorce to confirm no objections.
📑 Request a Divorce Order from the court.

Step 7: Receive Your Final Divorce Certificate

✔ Once the judge grants the divorce, you will receive a Divorce Order.
✔ After 31 days, you can request a Certificate of Divorce, which is the final legal proof of your divorce.

Is Online Divorce Legal in Ontario?

✅  Yes! Online divorce services are 100% legal and recognized under Ontario’s Family Law Act and the Divorce Act of Canada. The process follows the same court procedures as traditional divorce but is simplified for convenience.

Do I Need a Lawyer for an Online Divorce?

✅  No, a lawyer is not required for an uncontested divorce. However, professional assistance can help ensure your paperwork is correct, avoiding delays or rejections from the court.

💡 Tip: If you have complex financial matters or child custody issues, you may want to consult a lawyer or mediator before filing.

How Do I Know If I Qualify for an Online Divorce?

✅ You likely qualify if:

• You and your spouse have been separated for at least 12 months.
• You both agree on child custody, support, and property division (if applicable).
• At least one spouse has lived in Ontario for 12 months before filing.

💡 Tip: If you and your spouse agree on all divorce terms, an uncontested or joint online divorce is the fastest and cheapest option.

Can I File an Online Divorce If My Spouse is Missing?

✅ Yes! If you cannot locate your spouse, you can still file for a sole divorce. However, you may need to:

• Make efforts to locate your spouse (social media, last known address, relatives, etc.).
• Request “substituted service” (serving via email, posting a notice, or other approved methods).
• File a motion to “dispense with service“ if all efforts fail.

💡 Tip: If your spouse does not respond within 30 days, the court can proceed with the divorce as uncontested.

Can I File for an Online Divorce If I Have Children?

✅  Yes! However, you must:

• Have a written agreement on child custody, parenting time, and child support.
• Ensure your child support agreement follows Ontario’s Child Support Guidelines.
• Include relevant court orders (if any).

💡 Tip: If you and your spouse disagree on custody or support, mediation may help resolve disputes faster and avoid court battles.

Do I Need to Go to Court for an Online Divorce?

✅ No! If your divorce is uncontested or joint, you do not need to attend court.

❌ You may need to go to court if:

• Your spouse challenges the divorce (contested divorce).
• There are disputes over property, child custody, or spousal support.

💡 Tip: Most uncontested divorces are approved without a hearing.

What Happens After My Divorce Is Approved?

✅  Once the court grants your Divorce Order, your divorce is legally final after 31 days.

📌 Next Steps:
✔ You can request a Certificate of Divorce as proof of your divorce.
✔ If you want to remarry, you will need the Certificate of Divorce.

💡 Tip: You can request your Divorce Certificate online or at the Ontario Superior Court of Justice where your divorce was filed.