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Divorce in Alaska: forms, cost, and how to file

A plain-English overview of getting an uncontested divorce in Alaska — the residency rule, the no-fault ground, the filing fee, and the official forms — from LawCat, a free service built by attorneys.

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Alaska divorce at a glance

No-fault ground
Incompatibility of temperament; no separation period. Joint 'dissolution' procedure for fully-agreed cases (hearing ~30+ days after filing). Residency: must be an Alaska resident at time of filing - no minimum duration (military: 30 days).
Filing fee
$250 (divorce or dissolution). Fee exemption request form TF-920.
Child support
PERCENTAGE OF OBLIGOR INCOME model (Alaska Civil Rule 90.3) - unusual; form DR-305 Child Support Guidelines Affidavit (+ DR-306/DR-307 calculation forms). Parties must attach federal tax return and 3 paystubs.
E-filing (self-represented)
TrueFiling - statewide, and MANDATORY even for self-represented litigants unless exempt (incarcerated, ADA disability, no safe computer/internet access, language barrier). One of the only states…
County differences
None - unified statewide court system, same forms everywhere.
Official statewide forms
YES - unified statewide court system with official Family Law Self-Help Center packets: Dissolution Packet No. 1 (DR-1, married with children), Packet No. 2 (DR-2), Packet No. 3 (DR-3); Petition for Dissolution DR-100…

Official source: Alaska court forms & self-help. Always confirm current forms and fees with the court before filing.

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Alaska divorce FAQ

Do I need a lawyer to get divorced in Alaska?

No. Alaska allows you to file for divorce yourself (pro se). LawCat prepares your Alaska divorce documents free, and you pay only the court’s filing fee. You can hire an attorney at any point if your case becomes complicated.

How long do I have to live in Alaska to file for divorce?

Check Alaska’s residency requirement with the official court source before filing.

How much does it cost to file for divorce in Alaska?

$250 (divorce or dissolution). Fee exemption request form TF-920. With LawCat your documents are free, so the filing fee is typically your only unavoidable cost — and it can often be waived if you can’t afford it.

This page is general information about Alaska’s court process, not legal advice for your situation, and LawCat is not a law firm. Forms and fees change — verify with the official court source above. Reviewed 2026.