Home Nevada Uncontested Divorce Kit
2026 edition • Verified against NRS 125.181–.184 & current Clark/Washoe instructions
Nevada Uncontested Divorce Kit:
The "Joint Petition" Packet
File together as Co-Petitioners under NRS 125.181–125.184, skip service of process, and get the Resident Witness Affidavit and your county's submission step right the first time.
- Joint Petition packet — all six Nevada documents, matched to Clark or Washoe County
- Resident Witness Affidavit & county submission-step guidance
- Free eligibility check before you pay anything
- Instant PDF download — $129 one-time, no subscription
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Do You Qualify for a Joint Petition?
NRS 125.181 sets seven specific conditions for Nevada's summary joint petition. We would rather you find out here than after you have paid us.
This kit fits if:
- One of you has physically lived in Nevada for at least 6 weeks.
- You have a Resident Witness — a Nevada resident who is not either spouse, who sees the resident spouse regularly — willing to sign.
- You are incompatible, or have lived separate and apart for one year without cohabiting.
- Either you have no minor children together and neither of you is pregnant, or you already have a signed custody and support agreement.
- Either you have no shared property or debts, or you've already signed an agreement dividing them — including any deed or title transfers the agreement calls for.
- You've settled spousal support (waived or agreed), and you both accept that a summary decree means waiving notice of entry, appeal, findings of fact, and a new trial.
Talk to a lawyer first if:
- There is domestic violence, intimidation, or you do not feel safe negotiating.
- Neither of you has lived in Nevada for 6 weeks, or you cannot find a Resident Witness.
- Your spouse refuses to sign, or is unreachable — a joint petition needs both signatures notarized.
- You have a business, pension, or multiple properties and haven't already worked out — and signed — how to divide them.
- Either of you is currently pregnant and you don't yet have a custody/support agreement, or immigration status, military benefits, or major tax consequences are involved.
If any of these apply, do not buy this kit. Nevada's court self-help centers and legal aid organizations offer free assistance.
"Aren't the Nevada forms free?"
Yes — and you should use the current official versions. The court hands you blank forms and no examples. Here is exactly what the $129 adds.
In Nevada, if both spouses agree, you can file a Joint Petition for Summary Decree of Divorce under NRS 125.181–125.184, filing together as Co-Petitioners. Our kit walks you through all six documents the current statewide process calls for: the Joint Petition, the Decree, the Resident Witness Affidavit, the cover sheets, and the step that gets your file in front of a judge — which works differently by county.
Full form package • Filled-in samples of every document you sign • Step-by-step guide • 30-day refund
All six documents, identified for your situation
The Family Court Cover Sheet, Confidential Information Sheet, Resident Witness Affidavit, Joint Petition, Decree, and the submission step — with or without minor children — matched to your county's current version. No hunting across court websites hoping you didn't miss one.
Sample forms, already filled in
A completed example of every document you sign — Joint Petition, Decree, Resident Witness Affidavit — so you can see what a filled-out one looks like before you write your own. The court will never show you a finished one.
A detailed step-by-step guide
Plain English, start to finish: line up your witness, complete the packet, file, and — the part that works differently by county — finish the submission step that routes your file to a judge.
A 30-day refund
Free forms come with no support and no way to recover a wasted afternoon. If you buy the kit and find your situation does not qualify for Nevada's joint petition, email us within 30 days for a full refund.
What This Actually Costs You
Nevada's joint petition is efficient, but the paperwork has to be right. A defective Resident Witness Affidavit is the kind of thing a court can ask you to fix or clarify. Here is every dollar, including the ones that are not ours.
Far less than an attorney
You do the filing yourselves and keep the difference between an attorney's flat fee and a one-time kit price — see the full breakdown alongside.
No process server, no publication
Filing a Joint Petition removes service of process, so there is no sheriff fee, no process server, and no newspaper publication cost. A notary and your resident witness's time are still part of the process.
Your Total Out-of-Pocket
$284 Washoe
Court filing fees are set by statute and can change; verify the current amount with your court before you file. E-filing surcharges, notary fees, and certified-copy charges are separate and vary by court. Fee waivers are available if you cannot afford the filing fee. Attorney figure reflects commonly advertised flat-fee ranges for uncontested Nevada matters and is an estimate, not a quote.
What's Inside the Kit
Matched to Nevada's current statewide joint-petition process, with the county-specific notes Clark and Washoe filers actually need.
Step-by-Step Roadmap
- Plain-English steps from confirming eligibility to holding the file-stamped Decree
- How to complete your county's current submission step
- What to ask the clerk if you don't hear anything back
Documents You Sign, With Filled Samples
The three documents that carry your signatures — each paired with a completed sample you can read before you fill in your own:
Filed Alongside Them
- Family Court Cover Sheet
- Confidential Information Sheet
- Parenting-plan and support-agreement guidance, if you have children
Getting In Front of a Judge
- Statewide/Washoe route: a Request for Submission asks the judge to decide without a hearing
- Clark route: submit the proposed decree directly to your assigned department
- The kit tells you which applies to you
Resident Witness Brief
- A one-page explainer you can hand your witness
- The facts they need to state from personal knowledge so the affidavit holds up
After-the-Decree Checklist
Things the decree does not do for you:
- Certified copies
- Name restoration
- Recording deeds
- Retitling vehicles
- Retirement account orders
- Beneficiary updates
If you have property or debts
NRS 125.181 requires that any property or debt already be divided by a signed agreement, with the actual transfer instruments — deeds, title changes, and similar documents — already executed before you file. The kit walks through what "already executed" means so you don't file too early.
If you have children
A joint petition with minor children needs a signed agreement covering custody and the amount and manner of child support, plus the income, insurance, and medical-expense information the court's forms ask for. The kit's with-children packet covers this track.
What this kit does not include
- A guarantee that a judge waives your hearing, accepts your paperwork as filed, or a single fixed total cost — the court controls scheduling and can require additional steps
- Court filing fees, notary fees, or e-filing surcharges, which are paid separately and vary by county
- Legal advice about your specific situation, or review of your completed documents
PlainDivorce is a private publisher, not affiliated with, endorsed by, or approved by any Nevada court. Always confirm current forms, fees, and local requirements with your district court clerk before filing.
Built around Nevada's statewide joint-petition process, with county-specific notes for Clark County (Las Vegas) and Washoe County (Reno).
Forms originate from official Nevada court sources. PlainDivorce is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or approved by any Nevada court.
How It Works
A roadmap from download to signed Decree — not a promised timeline, since court workload and local procedure vary.
Prepare
Download instantly. Complete the Joint Petition and Decree together, sign the Joint Petition before a notary, and have your witness sign the Affidavit.
File
File with the district court clerk in person or through the court's e-filing system, and pay the filing fee — $299 in Clark, $284 in Washoe, current as of this writing.
Submit for Review
Complete your county's current submission step so the file actually reaches a judge. This step differs between Clark and Washoe — the guide covers both.
Final Decree
The judge reviews your paperwork and decides whether to sign without a hearing. Your divorce becomes final once the signed decree is filed with the clerk — then order certified copies.
Your Three Options
All three can end in the same Decree. They differ in how much time, money, and guesswork it takes to get there.
| Court forms alone | PlainDivorce Kit | Typical Attorney | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost to you | $0 | $129 | $2,500+ |
| Court filing fee | $284–$299 | $284–$299 | Usually extra |
| Which forms apply to you | You figure it out | Guided | Handled |
| County-specific submission guidance | — | Included | Handled |
| Pace | Yours | Yours | Their calendar |
| Legal advice on your situation | No | No | Yes |
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If the Joint Petition Doesn't Fit, You Get Your Money Back
If you buy the kit and then discover your situation does not qualify for Nevada's joint petition process, email us within 30 days and we will refund you in full. We would rather lose the sale than have you file something that gets rejected.
Refunds are handled by our support team. See our Terms of Use for full details.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Joint Petition?
A Joint Petition for Divorce lets both spouses sign and file together as Co-Petitioners. Because nobody is being sued, there is no service of process — no sheriff, no process server, no response deadline. It is the fastest route to a Nevada divorce when you agree on everything.
What is a Summary Decree, and do I qualify?
Nevada's summary procedure lives in NRS 125.181–125.184, and all seven conditions must be met at the time you file: (1) one of you meets the residency rule; (2) you are incompatible, or have lived separate and apart a year without cohabiting; (3) you have no minor children together and neither of you is pregnant, or you already have a signed custody/support agreement; (4) you have no community property or debts, or you already have a signed division agreement with any needed transfer documents (deeds, titles) already executed; (5) spousal support is waived or agreed; (6) you both waive notice of entry, appeal, findings of fact and conclusions of law, and a new trial; and (7) you both want the court to enter the decree. There is no marriage-length limit or asset-value cap in the statute itself — the requirement is that everything be resolved and documented before you file.
Why do I need a Resident Witness?
Nevada requires corroboration that one spouse has lived in the state at least 6 weeks. A third party — not you or your spouse, and someone who sees the resident spouse regularly — signs a Resident Witness Affidavit stating from personal knowledge that you have been physically present in Nevada for that period. Without adequate proof of residency, the court cannot proceed; if a court finds an affidavit incomplete, it's typically something you can correct rather than a case-ending defect.
Does the Resident Witness Affidavit need to be notarized?
It can depend on your county. The statewide Nevada Supreme Court form is a declaration signed under penalty of perjury, which does not require a notary; some county packets use a sworn, notarized affidavit instead. The kit tells you how to check which version your court currently uses. The Joint Petition itself is signed before a notary either way.
Do I have to go to court?
Usually not, but it depends on your court and the judge reviewing your file. Washoe's local rule submits a qualifying joint petition for the judge's decision without a hearing; Clark has you submit the proposed decree to your assigned department instead. Either way, the judge reviews your paperwork and always retains discretion to set a hearing if something is unclear.
How fast is it?
Nevada does not add a separate statewide waiting period once you can file, beyond the 6-week residency requirement. There is no guaranteed turnaround, though — it depends on the court's workload, whether your packet is complete, and whether the judge asks for anything to be clarified. A complete, correctly assembled packet gives you the best chance of a quick review.
Can I change my mind after I file?
Before the judge enters a final decree, either spouse can revoke the joint petition under NRS 125.183 by filing a notice with the clerk and mailing a copy to the other spouse. Once the decree is entered, the summary procedure requires both spouses to have waived appeal, written notice of entry, findings of fact, and a new trial — but Nevada law (NRS 125.184(2)) still preserves the right to ask a court to set aside the judgment for fraud, duress, accident, mistake, or other recognized legal grounds. Read every term before you sign.
Aren't these forms available free from the court?
Yes, and we say so plainly above. What the court does not give you is a completed example of each document, all six pieces of the packet organized in one place, a step-by-step guide that covers how Clark and Washoe each handle the submission step, or a refund if it turns out the joint petition does not fit your situation. That is what the $129 buys. If you are comfortable assembling all of it from the court's website yourself, please do that instead.
What format is the kit, and how fast do I get it?
Downloadable PDFs, delivered immediately after checkout. There is no subscription and no recurring charge.
Does PlainDivorce file the paperwork for me?
No. You file with your district court clerk yourself, in person or through the court's e-filing system. We are not a law firm, we cannot give legal advice, and we cannot appear or file on your behalf.
What if I buy it and it turns out I do not qualify?
Email support within 30 days and we will refund you in full. See our Terms of Use for details.
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Important Legal Disclaimer
PlainDivorce is not a law firm and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or approved by any Nevada court. We do not provide legal advice, do not represent you in court, and no attorney-client relationship is created by using this site or the kit. The Nevada Uncontested Divorce Kit is a self-help information product.
We do not guarantee that a judge will waive your hearing, that a clerk will accept your paperwork as filed, or a single total cost of your divorce. Court rules, forms and filing fees change and vary by county. As of September 2026 the published filing fee for a complaint or joint petition for divorce is $299 in Clark County and $284 in Washoe County. You are responsible for verifying current requirements with your Court Clerk before filing.
If you are experiencing domestic violence or feel unsafe, do not use a self-help kit to negotiate. Contact a Nevada legal aid organization or a family law attorney.
Content last reviewed: September 2026.