Frequently Asked Questions

A mutual consent divorce can take as little as 2 days. A contested divorce usually takes at least a year.

Yes, but it will take longer and you’ll need to prove one of the legal grounds for divorce.

Yes, you require Lawyers, especially for contested Divorces. 

Yes, but you’ll need to appoint someone in Nepal to act for you using a power of attorney.

You’ll need to divide your property equally. This should happen before or during the divorce process.

It depends on the children’s ages and what the court thinks is best for them.

Yes, once your divorce is final, you can legally remarry.

The cost varies, but you’ll need to pay court fees and lawyer fees if you use one.

Maybe. It depends on your situation and why you’re divorcing.

Not if they have legal grounds for divorce, but you can contest their claims in court.

For a mutual consent divorce, yes. For a contested divorce, you can use a lawyer or power of attorney.

No, you need to have one of the legal grounds for divorce listed in the law.


Yes, you can choose to keep your married name or go back to your previous name.

Yes, if at least one of you lives in Nepal, you can file for divorce here.