Am I allowed to divorce in Sweden?
Yes — you have a right to divorce with no reason given. You apply for divorce to the district court, jointly or alone, and the application costs 900 kr. A reconsideration period of at least 6 months is required if a spouse lives with their own child under 16, if only one of you wants the divorce, or if you request it. After the reconsideration the divorce must be completed within 6 months, otherwise the case is dismissed. If you have no child under 16, agree, and request no reconsideration — or have lived apart for at least 2 years — you can divorce immediately.
📋 The rules
- Divorce with no reason needed, application to the district court
- Application fee: 900 kr
- 6-month reconsideration with a child under 16 or a one-sided application
- Complete within 6 months after the reconsideration, or it is dismissed
- Immediate divorce if you have lived apart for at least 2 years
🔓 Exceptions
- Two years living apart gives an immediate right even with young children
- Bigamy or marriage between close relatives: no reconsideration
- A dismissed case resets the clock — you must apply again
⚠️ Penalties & fines
There is no fee beyond the application, but if you miss the 6-month completion window the case is dismissed, you stay married, and you must reapply with a new fee (900 kr).
📎 Official sources
- Marriage Code (1987:230) ch. 5 · Riksdagen →
- Courts of Sweden · Divorce →
- Courts of Sweden · Application fee →
❓ Frequently asked
Do I have to give a reason for divorce?
No. Sweden has no-fault divorce — you need give no reason.
What does applying for divorce cost?
The application fee to the district court is 900 kr.
When is a reconsideration period required?
When a spouse lives with their own child under 16, when only one wants the divorce, or if you request it. Then 6 months applies.
Can we divorce immediately?
Yes, if you have no child under 16, agree and request no reconsideration, or have lived apart for at least two years.
What happens if we don't complete in time?
If you miss the 6-month completion window the case is dismissed and you stay married until you apply again.
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