MyHMCTS: How to use online divorce services
Documents
- Submitting_a_case_with_share_a_case_function_.pdf
- Represented_Respondent_Solicitor_Guidance_-June_2021.pdf
- divorce_online_guidance_amend_decree_nisi.pdf
- Deemed_and_Dispensed_Solicitor_Guidance_16.02.21.pdf
- Alternative_service_journey_general_applications.pdf
- Completing_an_acknowledgement_of_service.pdf
- Paper_Acknowledgement_of_Service_Gudiance_.pdf
- How_the_Petitioner_Solicitor_Applies_for_a_Decree_Nisi_and_Decree_Absolute.pdf
- Decree_Nisi_Clarification_and_Amend_Petition_Journey_for_Solicitors.pdf
Changes to applying for a divorce
The process for getting divorced has changed. If you started an application before 31 March 2022, you should use the guides on this page. If you have not started an application, or you started it on or after 6 April 2022, use the guides for the new divorce service.
These guides are legal professionals and describe the steps you need to use online services for divorce on MyHMCTS:
- Submitting a case
- Requesting a personal service
- Amend your petition
- Deemed and dispensed service applications
- Alternative service journey and general applications
- Completing an acknowledgement of service
- Responding to an acknowledgment of service for represented respondents
- Applying for a decree nisi and decree absolute
- Decree nisi clarification and amend petition for solicitors
Get help with MyHMCTS
Managing cases and case access in MyHMCTS
If you need support with case details or with managing a case in MyHMCTS, contact the court and tribunal service centre (CTSC):
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Telephone: 0300 303 0642
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Accessing your MyHMCTS account
If you are having trouble accessing MyHMCTS, make sure you are using the correct link. To manage a case, you must use https://manage-case.platform.hmcts.net.
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