To begin, simply fill out our mutual divorce form and pay a fee of ₹999. Within 24 hours, you will receive your Mutual Divorce Papers within 24 hours. These papers include a personalized draft of your divorce petition and a clear checklist of required documents, helping you and your spouse understand the process, discuss terms openly, and make informed decisions about your next steps—with no obligation to proceed further.

While the initial stages can be managed online, the final legal steps require physical presence.

Both spouses must physically sign the mutual divorce petition and are required to appear in person for the court hearings. Bengaluru has two family courts— Bengaluru Urban Court and, Bengaluru Rural Court—and your case will be filed in the one that has jurisdiction based on the address in your documents.

In exceptional circumstances, such as if one or both spouses are NRIs living abroad or have a compelling reason they cannot attend, you can request the court for virtual hearings. However, this is granted solely at the discretion of the judge based on the merits of the situation and is not guaranteed.

Note for NRIs: For clients residing abroad, we have a dedicated process and fee structure for NRI Mutual Divorce to handle the additional complexities. Please contact us directly for details.

Our Bengaluru office is located at:
FAM Legal
839, Lakshmi Narasimha, 5th Main Rd,
Indira Nagar 1st Stage, Indiranagar,
Bengaluru – 560038.

You will need to visit our office once to formally sign the mutual divorce petition and submit your original documents. This is a necessary step to ensure your case is filed correctly with the court. For all other consultations and updates, we are available via phone, email, and WhatsApp for your convenience.

To book an appointment, please visit: https://mutualdivorcelawyer.co.in/consultation/

To establish jurisdiction and file your case in Bengaluru, you must meet one of two criteria:

1. Provide a valid Bengaluru address proof in the name of either the husband or wife, or
2. Provide proof that your marriage was solemnized in Bengaluru.

A rent agreement is not accepted as valid address proof by the Bengaluru family courts.

To file your case, at least one spouse must have any one of the following documents showing a Bengaluru address (it is not necessary that you currently reside there):

• Aadhaar Card
• Voter ID
• Passport
• Ration Card
• Driving Licence
• Gas Bill
• Electricity Bill
• Bank Passbook
• BSNL Landline Phone Bill

Additionally, you must submit an original marriage proof, which can be:

• Marriage Certificate
• Wedding Invitation Card
• A certificate issued by the religious institution where the marriage was solemnized

Certainly. Once your mutual divorce petition is finalized and filed, the process in Bengaluru Family Courts typically follows these steps:

1. First Motion Filing & Hearing: We file the joint petition in the appropriate court (Bengaluru Urban or Rural, based on jurisdiction). The first hearing is then held, where the judge records your statements.
2. Mediation Referral: The court typically refers the case to a mediation cell. This is a standard procedure to ensure the decision is mutual and voluntary.
3. Final Hearing (Second Motion): After the mediation process is complete, the final hearing is scheduled. If the judge is satisfied that all terms are mutually agreed upon, the divorce is granted.
4. Decree Issued: The court issues the mutual divorce decree, legally dissolving the marriage.

For a mutual divorce in Bengaluru, you and your spouse typically need to visit the court at least three times:

1. First Motion Hearing: To record your initial joint statement and consent before the judge.
2. Mediation/Counseling Session: As directed by the court during the cooling-off period.
3. Second Motion Hearing: To reaffirm your mutual consent and obtain the final divorce decree.

Please note: Court schedules can be unpredictable. Occasionally, hearings may be postponed due to judicial leave, administrative delays, or incomplete paperwork, which could require additional visits. We strive to minimize these inconveniences by ensuring all documents are meticulously prepared and filed correctly.

Yes, after the first motion hearing, the husband and wife are required to attend a mediation session at the Nyaya Degula Building. A counselor will attempt to resolve the differences between you. If the counseling is unsuccessful or if a waiver is granted, the case will proceed to the next stage.

The timeline varies. If the court allows a waiver of the 6-month waiting period, the process can be completed in approximately 1 month in Bengaluru Urban Court and 2 months in Bengaluru Rural Court. Without the waiver, it typically takes 6-7 months. Timelines depend on factors like court schedules and your cooperation.

You can complete the mutual divorce process even if you live outside Bengaluru or abroad. Here’s how we facilitate it:

1. Signing the Petition: We will courier the mutual divorce petition to your current address. You will need to sign it in the presence of a local notary who can attest your signatures.
2. Court Appearances (Hearings):
   • Option 1: Virtual Hearing: We can file an application requesting permission for you to appear via video conference. The grant of this request is at the discretion of the judge.
   • Option 2: Nominate a Representative: If an online hearing is not granted, you can formally nominate a family member (with a notarized authorization letter) to appear in court on your behalf for the motions.

Note for NRIs: For clients residing abroad, we have a dedicated process and fee structure for NRI Mutual Divorce to handle the additional complexities.