Florida runs two separate uncontested divorce tracks, the joint simplified dissolution (Form 12.901(a)) and the regular uncontested dissolution (Form 12.901(b) series), and each one requires a different set of forms filed in a different order. This checklist covers both, form by form, in the order you generally file them.
Quick Answer: Florida's joint simplified dissolution track uses roughly five to seven forms centered on Form 12.901(a). Florida's regular uncontested track, required whenever you have minor or dependent children or do not meet every simplified eligibility rule, uses a longer checklist built around a Form 12.901(b) petition, a summons, and, if children are involved, a Parenting Plan and Child Support Guidelines Worksheet. Pick your track first, then work through that track's checklist in order.
What Makes a Florida Divorce "Uncontested"
An uncontested divorce in Florida means both spouses agree on every issue in the case: that the marriage should end, how property and debts are divided, and, if there are children, custody, time-sharing, and support. Florida is a no-fault state, so neither spouse has to prove wrongdoing, only that the marriage is "irretrievably broken." Nothing about "uncontested" changes which forms exist. It changes how quickly and simply your case can move through the two tracks below.
Two Uncontested Tracks, Two Different Checklists
Florida offers exactly two paths for an agreed divorce, and eligibility, not preference, decides which one you use:
- **Joint simplified dissolution (Form 12.901(a))**: for couples with no minor or dependent children together, an already-agreed property division, no alimony request, and both spouses willing to skip trial and appeal and attend one final hearing together
- **Regular uncontested dissolution (Form 12.901(b) series)**: for every other uncontested couple, including any couple with minor or dependent children, or one that does not meet every simplified eligibility rule
For the full eligibility breakdown and tradeoffs between the two, see Simplified vs. Regular Dissolution of Marriage in Florida. This article assumes you already know which track applies and walks through each one's full form checklist.
Track 1 Checklist: Joint Simplified Dissolution (12.901(a))
File these forms together, generally in this order:
- **Joint Petition for Simplified Dissolution of Marriage, [Form 12.901(a)](/blog/florida-form-12-901a-simplified-dissolution-of-marriage)**: the petition itself, signed by both spouses
- **Marital Settlement Agreement, Form 12.902(f)(3)**, if you put your property agreement in writing (see [Florida Form 12.902(f): Marital Settlement Agreement](/blog/florida-form-12-902f-marital-settlement-agreement)); if your agreement was oral, you confirm that on the petition instead
- **Family Law Financial Affidavit, [Form 12.902](/blog/florida-form-12-902-financial-affidavit)**, unless both spouses sign a Notice of Joint Verified Waiver of Filing Financial Affidavits (Form 12.902(k))
- **Cover Sheet for Family Court Cases, [Form 12.928](/blog/florida-form-12-928-cover-sheet-family-court-cases)**, filed with your first pleading
- **Designation of Current Mailing and E-Mail Address, [Form 12.915](/blog/florida-form-12-915-designation-email-address)**, for each spouse
- **Proof of Florida residency**: a driver's license, state ID, or voter registration card issued at least 6 months before filing, or an Affidavit of Corroborating Witness (Form 12.902(i)) if neither spouse has that documentation
- **Final Judgment of Simplified Dissolution of Marriage, Form 12.990(a)**, brought to or prepared at the final hearing, depending on your circuit; see [Florida Final Judgment Forms (12.990 Series)](/blog/florida-final-judgment-dissolution-forms-12-990)
Because this is a joint petition, there is no separate Respondent, no summons, and no formal 20 day response window. Both spouses appear together at the final hearing instead.
Track 2 Checklist: Regular Uncontested Dissolution (12.901(b) Series)
The regular track starts with one spouse (the Petitioner) filing and the other (the Respondent) being formally served, even in a fully agreed case. File and progress through these generally in this order:
- **Petition for Dissolution of Marriage**, the version matching your situation:
- - [Form 12.901(b)(1)](/blog/florida-form-12-901b1-petition-dissolution-with-children), with dependent or minor children
- - [Form 12.901(b)(2)](/blog/florida-form-12-901b2-petition-dissolution-property-no-children), with property but no dependent or minor children
- - [Form 12.901(b)(3)](/blog/florida-form-12-901b3-dissolution-no-children-or-property), with no dependent or minor children or property
- **Cover Sheet for Family Court Cases, [Form 12.928](/blog/florida-form-12-928-cover-sheet-family-court-cases)**, filed with the petition
- **Family Law Financial Affidavit, [Form 12.902](/blog/florida-form-12-902-financial-affidavit)**, filed by both spouses
- **UCCJEA Affidavit, [Form 12.902(d)](/blog/florida-form-12-902d-uccjea-affidavit)**, if you have minor children, to establish which state has jurisdiction over custody
- **Notice of Social Security Number, [Form 12.902(j)](/blog/florida-form-12-902j-notice-of-social-security-number)**, for each spouse
- **Designation of Current Mailing and E-Mail Address, [Form 12.915](/blog/florida-form-12-915-designation-email-address)**, for each spouse
- **Summons, [Form 12.910(a)](/blog/florida-form-12-910a-summons)**, issued so the Respondent can be formally served; see [How to Serve Divorce Papers in Florida](/blog/how-to-serve-divorce-papers-in-florida) for how service actually works
- **Answer, [Form 12.903 series](/blog/florida-answer-to-divorce-petition-12-903)**, filed by the Respondent, confirming they do not contest the petition
- **Parenting Plan, [Form 12.995(a)](/blog/florida-form-12-995a-parenting-plan)**, if you have minor children
- **Child Support Guidelines Worksheet, [Form 12.902(e)](/blog/florida-form-12-902e-child-support-guidelines-worksheet)**, if you have minor children
- **Marital Settlement Agreement, Form 12.902(f)** (see [Florida Form 12.902(f): Marital Settlement Agreement](/blog/florida-form-12-902f-marital-settlement-agreement)), documenting your full agreement
- **Certificate of Compliance with Mandatory Disclosure, [Form 12.932](/blog/florida-form-12-932-certificate-of-compliance-mandatory-disclosure)**, confirming both spouses exchanged the required financial documents
- **Final Judgment of Dissolution of Marriage, Form 12.990(b) series**, matching your petition type; see [Florida Final Judgment Forms (12.990 Series)](/blog/florida-final-judgment-dissolution-forms-12-990)
Forms Both Tracks Share
A handful of forms show up regardless of which track you use:
- **Cover Sheet for Family Court Cases (Form 12.928)**, filed with the first pleading in every family law case
- **Family Law Financial Affidavit (Form 12.902)**, unless a waiver applies (only available on the simplified track)
- **Designation of Current Mailing and E-Mail Address (Form 12.915)**, for each self-represented party
- **A matching Final Judgment (Form 12.990 series)**, in the version that corresponds to your petition
Residency Proof and the Filing Fee
Both tracks require the same underlying eligibility rules. One spouse must have lived in Florida for at least 6 months before filing (Fla. Stat. § 61.021), and the statewide circuit court filing fee is $295 (Fla. Stat. § 28.241). If you cannot afford the fee, you can file an Application for Determination of Civil Indigent Status along with your petition, and the clerk will determine whether you qualify to have it waived or deferred. Florida also has no legal separation process, so an uncontested divorce is the only way to formally end a marriage short of an annulment.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Filing the joint simplified petition (12.901(a)) when you actually have a minor or dependent child, which disqualifies the case entirely
- Skipping the Certificate of Compliance with Mandatory Disclosure (Form 12.932) on the regular track, where it generally applies
- Forgetting the Parenting Plan or Child Support Guidelines Worksheet on any case involving minor children
- Leaving out proof of Florida residency, which both tracks require
- Not confirming your specific circuit's local requirements before your final hearing, since some circuits ask for additional local cover forms beyond the statewide checklist here
Frequently Asked Questions
What forms do I need for an uncontested divorce in Florida?
It depends which of Florida's two uncontested tracks you use. The joint simplified dissolution track (Form 12.901(a)) needs the fewest forms: the joint petition itself, a Marital Settlement Agreement or oral agreement confirmation, financial affidavits or a waiver of them, a Cover Sheet for Family Court Cases, and proof of residency. The regular uncontested track (Form 12.901(b) series) needs a petition matching your situation, a summons for your spouse, financial affidavits, a Certificate of Compliance with Mandatory Disclosure, and, if you have minor children, a Parenting Plan and Child Support Guidelines Worksheet.
Is the checklist the same if we have minor or dependent children?
No. Couples with minor or dependent children together cannot use the joint simplified dissolution track at all, regardless of how much they agree on. They must use the regular uncontested track (Form 12.901(b)(1)) and file additional forms specific to children: a Parenting Plan (Form 12.995(a)), a Child Support Guidelines Worksheet (Form 12.902(e)), and a Notice of Social Security Number (Form 12.902(j)) for each parent. Both parents must also complete the Parent Education and Family Stabilization Course required under Fla. Stat. § 61.21.
Do I need the Certificate of Compliance with Mandatory Disclosure?
In the regular uncontested track, generally yes. Florida's mandatory disclosure rule requires both spouses to exchange specific financial documents, and the Certificate of Compliance with Mandatory Disclosure (Form 12.932) is what you file to confirm that exchange happened. The rule does not apply to simplified dissolution cases, so couples using Form 12.901(a) do not file this certificate.
What's the real difference between the two checklists?
The simplified track checklist is shorter because both spouses file together, waive trial and appeal, and skip formal service and a response deadline. The regular track checklist is longer because it follows a standard civil case structure: one spouse (the Petitioner) files and the other (the Respondent) must be formally served and given time to respond, even when both spouses actually agree on every issue. See our full comparison, Simplified vs. Regular Dissolution of Marriage in Florida, for the eligibility rules behind each track.
Can I mix forms from both tracks?
No. You pick one track based on your eligibility, and you use that track's forms consistently. If you start on the simplified track and later realize you do not qualify, for example because you cannot both attend the final hearing, you switch entirely to the regular uncontested petition and its checklist rather than combining forms from both.
What if the clerk asks for a form not on this checklist?
Circuit courts can require additional local forms or cover sheets beyond the statewide Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure forms covered here. If a clerk's office asks for something not on this list, that requirement is specific to that circuit or county, and you should follow the clerk's instructions or check that county's family court self-help resources.
Can Virdix help me complete this checklist?
Yes. Virdix asks about your situation, tells you which of the two uncontested tracks fits, and prepares the matching set of Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure forms from your answers, so you are not guessing which checklist applies to your case. Virdix is a document preparation service, not a law firm, and does not provide legal advice.
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This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Virdix is a document preparation service, not a law firm, and does not provide legal advice. Forms, fees, and procedures can change, and individual circuits may require additional local forms; always confirm current requirements with the Florida Courts or your circuit court clerk. For advice about your specific situation, consult a licensed Florida attorney.
Sources: Florida Courts (flcourts.gov), Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure Forms 12.901 through 12.995, Chapter 61 and Chapter 28, Florida Statutes