Wyoming Divorce Timeline — How Long Does It Take? (2026)

Wyoming's 20-day waiting period is one of the shortest in the United States. Combined with the Separation Agreement being filed with the Complaint, Wyoming uncontested divorces can move quickly once the residency requirement is satisfied.

Overview: Total Timeline

Stage-by-Stage: Uncontested Divorce (Agreed)

Stage 1 — Establish 60-Day Wyoming County Residency

Before filing, confirm that either spouse has lived in Wyoming — in the filing county — for at least 60 days.

Stage 2 — Preparation and Separation Agreement (2–4 weeks before filing)

• Inventory all marital and separate property
• Negotiate all terms (property, debts, alimony, children)
• Draft, execute, and notarize the Separation Agreement
• Complete all court forms

Stage 3 — File at Wyoming District Court (Day 1)

• File Complaint + Separation Agreement + exhibits
• Pay $75–$100

Stage 4 — Service (Immediate if Joint)

If both parties file jointly, service may not be required. If individual filing, serve the Defendant.

Stage 5 — 20-Day Waiting Period

Wyoming's mandatory 20-day waiting period from filing or service. One of the shortest in the country.

Stage 6 — Final Hearing (Typically 2–4 Weeks After 20-Day Period)

Most Wyoming District Courts schedule a brief final hearing. Confirm residency, grounds, agreement is voluntary and fair, and child support compliance (if applicable).

Stage 7 — Decree Entered

Judge signs the Decree of Divorce.

Total: Approximately 5–10 weeks from filing (assuming paperwork is complete and 60-day residency met at filing).

What Can Delay Wyoming's Process?

1. 60-day residency not yet met — file only after 60 days in the county
2. Incomplete Separation Agreement — must address all issues before filing
3. Hearing scheduling — District Court docket availability; varies by county
4. Children — court scrutinizes Parenting Plan and child support compliance
5. Contested issues — converts the case to contested proceedings

Default Timeline (Uncooperative Spouse)

After personal service, Defendant has 20 days to file an Answer. File Motion for Default if no Answer received.

Last reviewed: March 2026 | 60-day residency in county (Wyo. Stat. § 20-2-107) | 20-day waiting period | Separation Agreement filed with complaint | 5–10 weeks (uncontested) | Contested: 12–36 months | $75–$100 fee | District Court | courts.state.wy.us/court-self-help

Last reviewed: March 2026 · Verify current fees and forms with your local court before filing.