Kansas Divorce Filing Fees and Costs (2026)
Court Filing Fee
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Petition for Divorce (filing) | $195–$225 (varies by county) |
| Certified copies of Decree | $1–$3 per page |
No Service Cost for Joint Petition
For a Joint Petition, both spouses are co-petitioners — no service of process required. This eliminates the service fee.
For an Individual Petition: sheriff or process server service approximately $30–$70.
Fee Waiver — In Forma Pauperis
Kansas waives filing fees for qualifying low-income filers.
How to apply:
- Complete the Affidavit to Proceed In Forma Pauperis
- File with or before the Petition
- Judge approves; filing fee waived
Forms available at: kscourts.org/Resources/Self-Help-Center
Ancillary Costs
| Item | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| Separation Agreement drafting (attorney) | $500–$2,500 |
| QDRO for retirement plan | $500–$2,000 per plan |
| Real estate appraisal | $350–$700 |
| Business valuation | $3,000–$15,000 |
| Register of Deeds recording | ~$10–$20 per page |
| Mediator | $150–$400/hour |
Total Cost Estimates
| Scenario | Estimated Total (self-represented) |
|---|---|
| Joint Petition, no children, no real estate | $200–$400 |
| Joint Petition, with children | $300–$700 |
| With real estate and retirement accounts | $600–$2,500 |
| Contested divorce | $5,000–$40,000+ |
Last reviewed: March 2026 | $195–$225 filing fee | No service cost for Joint Petition | In Forma Pauperis available | Kansas Register of Deeds for deed recording | kscourts.org/Resources/Self-Help-Center
Written by the SoLongSoulmate.com Editorial Team
Researched using official state court websites, state statutes, and legal aid resources. All filing fees and procedures verified March 2026. This is general legal information — not legal advice.
Last reviewed: March 2026 · Verify current fees and forms with your local court before filing.