Est. 2010  ·  India's First Online Divorce Platform

India's Most Trusted Mutual Divorce Law Firm

Mutual consent divorce offers an amicable and peaceful way to legally end a marriage. We make the entire process clear, affordable and dignified, without unnecessary complications or courtroom drama.

Mutual divorce is our sole area of focus. With over 15 years of experience, our lawyers have helped couples across India and from around the world take this important legal step with confidence.

2010
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10,000+
Couples
15+ Yrs
Experience
India+NRI
Clients
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Mutual Divorce Online legal practice in India

About Us

A Law Firm and an Online Legal Platform, Focused on Mutual Divorce

We started Mutual Divorce Online in 2010 with a simple idea: getting a mutual divorce in India should not have to mean endless office visits, confusing paperwork or spending hours trying to understand where to begin.

Fifteen years and 10,000+ couples later, that idea still drives the way we work. Our focus remains on making the mutual consent divorce process simpler to understand, easier to start and more convenient to manage, while keeping the legal process and court requirements at the centre of every case.

  • Apply for mutual divorce online from anywhere in India
  • No routine office visits required to begin the process
  • Minimum court visits, subject to the requirements of the concerned court
  • Clear and transparent stage-wise fee structure
  • Assistance across family courts in cities throughout India
  • Support for Indian couples living abroad, including NRI matters
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Mutual Divorce Online legal practice

Mutual Consent Divorce

When Both Spouses Are Ready, the Legal Route Is Different

Mutual consent divorce is based on the agreement of both spouses to end the marriage. The decision may be mutual, but the legal process still requires the right documents, settlement terms, jurisdiction and court procedure.

Both Spouses Must Agree

Mutual consent must exist at the relevant stages. One spouse cannot obtain a mutual divorce simply because the other wants it.

Important Terms Need Clarity

Depending on the case, these settlement terms usually cover maintenance, children, property and financial arrangements, and are recorded before the petition is filed.

The Court Grants the Divorce

You can begin the legal work online, but the divorce itself is granted by the competent court after the applicable requirements are satisfied.

How It Works

The Mutual Divorce Process, Step by Step

The exact procedure depends on the law governing the marriage and the jurisdiction of the court. For a typical mutual consent divorce under Section 13B of the Hindu Marriage Act, the broad process usually involves these stages.

01

Initial Application

Share the basic details of the marriage, spouses, location and circumstances so the legal team can understand the matter.

02

Documents and Settlement

Required documents are collected and agreed terms relating to maintenance, children, property or other matters are prepared where applicable.

03

First Motion

The joint petition is filed before the competent court and the spouses' consent is placed before the court according to the applicable procedure.

04

Statutory Period or Waiver

For Section 13B matters, the Second Motion is ordinarily considered after the statutory period. A waiver may be considered in an appropriate case, but is not automatic.

05

Second Motion

Both spouses confirm their continuing consent in accordance with the court procedure before the court considers the grant of divorce.

06

Divorce Decree

If the court grants the mutual divorce, the decree is issued and the marriage is legally dissolved.

This is a general explanation. The applicable statute, jurisdiction, court procedure and facts of the case can change the practical process.

Read the Complete Guide to Mutual Divorce in India →

What Happens Next

You Do Not Have to Figure Out the Process Alone

Submitting the online application is the beginning of the legal process. The next steps are based on your marriage, circumstances, jurisdiction and the information you provide.

01

We Review Your Details

We understand the basic facts, identify the likely legal route and explain what needs to happen next.

02

We Prepare and Coordinate the Legal Work

Once the matter proceeds, the legal team coordinates documents, settlement terms where applicable, petition preparation, filing and court-related work.

03

We Continue Through the Decree

The matter is followed through the required stages until the mutual divorce is granted and the final decree is issued.

Where Are You Right Now?

Your Situation May Look Different From Another Couple's

The right next step depends on where you are in the process. Start with the situation that is closest to yours.

01 · Ready

We have both decided and want to move forward.

You and your spouse have agreed on the decision and want to understand the practical next steps.

Start the process →
02 · Unsure

We both want a divorce, but do not know how it works.

You may have questions about documents, fees, court appearances, settlement or timelines.

Steps for Mutual Divorce →
03 · No Agreement

My spouse is not agreeing to a mutual divorce.

Mutual consent requires both spouses to agree. The legal route may therefore need to be reassessed.

Explore a legal notice →
04 · NRI / Different City

One or both spouses live outside India or in another city.

Different locations can raise questions about jurisdiction, documents and court appearance requirements.

Understand NRI divorce →

Before You Start

Six Questions That Usually Come First

You do not need to have every answer before contacting us. These are simply the areas that usually matter when assessing a mutual divorce matter.

1

Do both spouses agree?

Mutual consent must exist between both spouses for the mutual divorce route.

2

Have settlement issues been discussed?

Maintenance, alimony and other financial terms may need to be addressed depending on the circumstances.

3

Are there children?

If there are children, custody, visitation and financial arrangements may need to be settled.

4

Have property or financial matters been addressed?

Relevant property and financial issues should be identified before the settlement is finalised.

5

Which law and court apply?

The marriage, location and circumstances help determine the applicable legal route and jurisdiction.

6

Are there any unusual circumstances?

NRI status, different cities, previous proceedings or other facts can affect the practical route.

An online eligibility result is indicative and should not be treated as a substitute for case-specific legal advice.

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Not Sure If You Qualify for Mutual Divorce?

Answer a few simple questions and get an indicative result before deciding what to do next.

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Important Legal Questions

The Practical Answers Depend on Your Case

Some questions have a general answer. The final legal position, however, can depend on the applicable law, jurisdiction, court directions and the facts of the matter.

Which law applies to the marriage?

Mutual divorce describes the agreement between spouses. The specific legal provision depends on the law governing the marriage. Hindu, Buddhist, Jain and Sikh marriages may fall under the Hindu Marriage Act, while marriages under the Special Marriage Act follow a different statutory framework.

Do we have to live at separate addresses?

Not necessarily. Courts have generally treated "living separately" as not living together as husband and wife, rather than requiring separate residences. Depending on the facts, spouses under the same roof may still satisfy this requirement.

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How long does mutual divorce take?

There is no single timeline for every court. Under Section 13B of the Hindu Marriage Act, the Second Motion is ordinarily after six months, although a court may consider waiver in an appropriate case. Court schedules and case circumstances also matter.

Do both spouses have to appear in court?

There is no universal answer. Physical appearance, video conferencing and other arrangements depend on the court, jurisdiction and circumstances. An online-first process should not be presented as a guarantee of no court appearance.

We explain the relevant position for the jurisdiction of your matter rather than assuming that every Family Court follows exactly the same procedure.

Fees

A Clear, Stage-wise Fee Structure

For a standard non-NRI mutual divorce matter, the professional fee is divided according to the progress of the case.

This lets you understand the cost of each stage before the next stage begins. Matters outside the standard scope should be discussed with the legal team.

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₹999
Initial Application
Start the process and provide the basic details required for the initial assessment.
₹9,000
Documentation and Petition Preparation
Documentation, settlement/MoU work and preparation of the legal papers.
₹15,000
Filing and First Motion
Filing of the matter and legal work relating to the First Motion stage.
₹15,000
Second Motion and Decree
Legal work for the Second Motion and completion of the divorce decree stage.
Total Professional Fee · Both Spouses
₹40,000

Where We Work

Mutual Divorce Assistance Across India

We assist couples across India. The practical filing process can differ between courts, so the relevant jurisdiction, documents, court requirements and procedure should be understood before filing.

Explore our city and state pages for more specific information about mutual divorce in different locations.

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For NRI Clients

When One or Both Spouses Live Outside India

Living outside India does not necessarily prevent an Indian couple from pursuing mutual divorce in India.

We regularly assist Indian couples living in the United States, the United Kingdom, UAE, Germany and other countries. The correct route still depends on the marriage, jurisdiction, documents and court requirements.

Remote Coordination

Documents, communication and legal preparation can be coordinated remotely wherever the applicable court procedure permits.

Special Power of Attorney

An SPA may be relevant in appropriate cases. Whether it can be used depends on the court and circumstances.

Appearance and Video Conferencing

Remote appearance is not automatic. Availability depends on the court's directions.

Understand NRI Mutual Divorce → Special Power of Attorney for NRI Divorce

Mutual Consent Required

What If Your Spouse Does Not Agree?

If your spouse is not willing to consent to the divorce, a mutual divorce petition cannot simply be filed on the decision of one spouse. The appropriate legal route may be different.

A divorce legal notice can sometimes be used to formally communicate your position and invite discussion. It does not replace the other spouse's consent and does not guarantee that the matter will become mutual.

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Why Mutual Divorce Online

A Legal Practice Built Around Mutual Divorce

The online model is only one part of the service. The important part is having a legal team that understands the process and communicates what needs to happen at each stage.

01

Mutual Divorce Is Our Core Focus

Our principal legal focus is mutual consent divorce rather than treating it as a small service among unrelated areas of law.

02

Speak With the Legal Team

Calls, chats and emails are handled by members of the legal team. The online platform is used to begin and coordinate the matter.

03

Clear Stage-wise Process

The work is explained in stages, from the initial application through documentation, filing, court proceedings and decree.

04

Transparent Fees

The standard non-NRI fee is divided into defined stages so you can understand the professional cost of the complete process.

05

India-wide and NRI Assistance

We assist couples living in different cities and Indian couples abroad who need to pursue a mutual divorce through an Indian court.

06

Understand Before You Commit

Our guides, eligibility checker and consultations are designed to help you understand the process before deciding how to proceed.

Still weighing your options? Our guide to mutual divorce in India covers the process, documents and timelines in more detail.

FAQs — Mutual Divorce Online

Yes. You can begin by submitting your details online and discussing the matter with the legal team. The divorce itself is granted by the competent court, and court requirements depend on the case and jurisdiction.

Yes. Mutual consent divorce is based on the continuing consent of both spouses. If one spouse does not agree, the mutual divorce route is not available.

It may be possible. The position depends on jurisdiction, the applicable law and the procedure of the court concerned. Living in different cities does not by itself make mutual divorce impossible.

An NRI spouse may be able to participate in an Indian mutual divorce proceeding, subject to jurisdiction, applicable law, documentation and the court's requirements. Remote arrangements or a Special Power of Attorney may be relevant in appropriate cases.

There is no universal answer. Physical appearance, video conferencing and other arrangements depend on the court, jurisdiction and circumstances of the case.

There is no single timeline for every case. Under Section 13B of the Hindu Marriage Act, the Second Motion is ordinarily after six months, although a court may waive that period in an appropriate case.

Mutual consent must continue through the relevant stages. If one spouse withdraws consent, the mutual divorce route may no longer be available and the legal options need to be reassessed.

Our current standard non-NRI professional fee is ₹40,000 for both spouses, divided into stages of ₹999, ₹9,000, ₹15,000 and ₹15,000. Matters outside the standard scope should be discussed with the legal team.

Start When You Are Ready

If Both of You Have Decided, You Can Start by Telling Us What You Need

You do not need to understand every part of the legal process before contacting us. Share the basic details of your marriage and circumstances, and our legal team can explain the relevant process, documents, jurisdiction and next steps.

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Important Legal Note: Submitting an online application does not itself grant a divorce. A mutual divorce is granted by the competent court after the applicable legal and procedural requirements are satisfied. Timelines, court appearances and the availability of remote arrangements depend on the applicable law, jurisdiction, court directions and the circumstances of the case.