Divorce FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

When does the Tax Agency notice that you are divorced?

Once the divorce is registered and approved by the district court, usually within a few days.

When does it show that you are divorced on information websites?

Usually within a few days of registration with the Swedish Tax Agency.

How do I file for divorce?

Apply jointly or individually to the district court.

How do you divorce without a cooling-off period?

If there are no children under the age of 16 and you have lived apart for at least two years.

What is the cooling-off period?

The district court can decide on a six-month period before the divorce becomes final.

Can I see if someone has been married or divorced?

Yes, through extracts from the national register at the Swedish Tax Agency.

Can you complete a divorce online?

Yes, via the district court's e-services.

How does a divorce go step by step?

1. Application to the district court
2. Payment of application fee
3. Any cooling-off period
4. The verdict is announced

What is a property division agreement?

A legal document in which assets and liabilities are distributed in divorce.

How do you draw up a property division agreement?

List all assets and liabilities, agree on distribution.

Our templates for property division agreements?

Professional templates in Word and PDF to customize as needed.

What happens if you don't agree on a divorce?

The district court can appoint a property division executor.

How does the prenuptial agreement matter in a divorce?

It determines which assets are separate property and not shared.

Apply jointly for divorce (form)

Available on the Swedish Tax Agency's website. Fill in personal details, any children and sign.

What is special life?

That the spouses live apart without being formally divorced.

How do you fill in the Form: certificate of exceptional life?

Enter personal data and confirm at least two years of separate life.

How does a divorce differ if you have children?

A consideration period of six months is required if there are children under the age of 16.

What is meant by the sentence being announced after a period of reflection?

The district court waits six months before announcing the divorce verdict.

What is meant by the sentence being announced without a cooling-off period?

Direct divorce if there are no children under the age of 16 or at least two years of separation.

What opinions in custody disputes?

Certificate from school, childcare center or other relevant bodies.

What is child custody?

Responsibility for the child's personal affairs and upbringing.

What is sole custody of children?

A parent has full responsibility and makes all decisions.

What is joint custody of children?

Both parents share responsibility for the child's upbringing and decisions.

What does the court take into account in a custody dispute?

The best interests of the child, which means the child's well-being and development are prioritized.

Right to stay in the shared home?

One party gets the right to stay in the home after the divorce.

Withdrawal of the application for divorce?

That you withdraw your application before the judgment is announced.

Maintenance for children?

Financial support that the parent who does not live with the child pays to the other parent.

Can you appeal a court decision regarding a divorce?

Yes, within three weeks of the judgment being announced.

Right of residence?

One of the spouses may remain in the home until the division of property is completed.

Temporary (interim) decision?

A temporary decision that applies until a final decision is made.

Does it cost to file for divorce?

Yes, the application fee is paid to the district court.

What is an identity card and where do I order this?

An extract from the population register, ordered from the Tax Agency.

What does it cost to divorce?

Application fee to the district court and any legal costs.

From what date am I divorced?

From the day the district court issues the judgment on divorce.

When does the district court decide on a cooling-off period?

The decision on the reflection period is made at the first processing of the divorce application.

Request that the divorce be completed?

Apply for the district court to end the divorce process after a reflection period.

How do I request that the divorce be completed?

Submit a request to the district court after the reflection period.

What happens if I do not request that the divorce be completed?

The divorce is not finalized and you remain married.

Does it go faster if we agree to separate?

Yes, the process goes faster if you agree and no reflection time is required.

File for divorce?

That one party applies for divorce even though the other party does not agree.

How does a personal application to divorce go?

A party submits an application to the district court and pays the application fee.

Who should stay in the joint residence in the event of a divorce?

If you do not agree, the district court decides on the right of retention.

What if I can't contact my spouse for a divorce?

You can still file for divorce and the district court will handle the matter.

What happens if we agree on the division of property?

You can draw up a property division agreement and send it to the district court for approval.

What happens if we do not have an agreement regarding the division of property?

The district court can appoint a property division executor to help you.

What happens if we do not agree on the division of property?

The district court can appoint an executor to help distribute assets in the event of a divorce.

What is a property division executor and what does he do?

A person appointed by the district court to help distribute assets in a divorce.

How does property division work in cohabitation?

Property division only takes place for jointly acquired housing and household goods.

What happens to the property division agreement in the event of death?

The agreement is still valid and the assets are distributed according to it.

What is a estate agent?

A person who manages and distributes a deceased person's assets.

What does an estate agent do?

He investigates and distributes the deceased's assets and liabilities.

If I am unhappy with the division of the estate, what do I do? Can I appeal this and what alternative measures can I take?

You can appeal the property division administrator's decision to the district court.

How do I apply for property division executor?

Apply to the district court and pay the application fee.