Reviewed August 2026
Uncontested Divorce Checklist in Alaska
Alaska splits an agreed divorce into two tracks, and the choice matters. Spouses who agree on everything file a dissolution of marriage together, under AS 25.24.200. This is a separate legal action from divorce, with its own forms. One spouse can also file a divorce complaint alone and mark it uncontested, if the other spouse will not contest it. That track runs under AS 25.24.010 instead. Dissolution is Alaska's cleanest uncontested path. Both spouses sign the same petition. They agree on property, debt, custody, and support before they ever file. There is no minimum marriage length and no asset ceiling to qualify. Full agreement is the only requirement.
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Dissolution versus uncontested divorce
Dissolution of marriage is a joint filing. Both spouses sign the petition together, having already agreed on every issue: property, debt, and, if they have children, custody and support. The court uses Packet No. 1, form DR-1, when there are minor children, and Packet No. 2, form DR-2, when there are none. A spouse who cannot get the other to appear jointly can use DR-20 instead, if the other spouse signs a separate consent or waiver.
An uncontested divorce works differently. One spouse files a complaint alone, and the other spouse does not contest it. Alaska's self-help center publishes three uncontested complaint packets for this track: SHC-PAC9A for cases with children, SHC-PAC9B for cases without children, and SHC-PAC9C for a short marriage with no property and no children.
Eligibility for the dissolution track
Dissolution has no statutory minimum marriage length, and no asset or income ceiling either. Eligibility comes down to one thing: full agreement between both spouses on every issue before filing. Both parties must be willing to sign the petition, and if either spouse later disputes a term, the case cannot stay on the dissolution track.
Alaska has no fixed durational residency requirement for either dissolution or divorce. A filer must be physically present in Alaska and intend to remain, with no minimum number of days required beforehand.
Document checklist
For dissolution, start with the correct packet: DR-1 with minor children, or DR-2 without them. Each packet bundles the joint petition with the parties' full agreement on property, debt, and, where relevant, custody and support. Both spouses sign it, and there is generally no separate settlement agreement to draft, since the packet itself functions as one.
For an uncontested divorce complaint, use SHC-PAC9A, SHC-PAC9B, or SHC-PAC9C, matching the case to children, property, and marriage length. A spouse who cannot afford the filing fee can file form TF-920, Request for Exemption from Payment of Fees, when opening the case. The court holds the filing and cannot allow service on the other spouse until a judge rules on the waiver or the fee is paid.
The 30-day hearing rule and parenting classes
Under AS 25.24.220, a court cannot schedule the dissolution hearing earlier than 30 days after the petition is filed. A hearing is part of the dissolution process itself, not an optional step. For the uncontested divorce complaint track, Alaska statutes set no single fixed cooling-off period. Timing instead depends on service, the answer window, and the local court's schedule, so confirming expected timing with the filing court is worth doing early.
Alaska has no single statewide parenting-class mandate. Alaska Civil Rule 90.1 lets local courts require one in cases with minor children. Anchorage, for example, generally requires either its Family Law Education Class or a short video called Listen 2 Kids About Divorce. Requirements vary by judicial district, so confirm with the local court before filing.
Sources: Alaska Court System Self-Help Center, Family Law, Dissolution Packet No. 1 (DR-1), Form DR-20, dissolution with separate spouse consent, Alaska Court System, family law forms library, Alaska Court System, court fees and fee waivers, Alaska Court System, parenting class information
Not independently confirmed
- The exact verbatim text of AS 25.24.050 (divorce grounds) and AS 25.24.200 (dissolution eligibility) could not be loaded directly from akleg.gov, which blocks automated page fetches. The substance is corroborated across the Alaska Court System's own self-help materials, but confirm exact statutory wording on akleg.gov if it matters for a filing.
- Whether the uncontested divorce complaint track (as opposed to dissolution) requires a final hearing or in-person appearance was not confirmed in Alaska Court System materials reviewed for this page. Confirm current practice with the filing court.
Uncontested Divorce Checklist in Alaska: frequently asked questions
What is the difference between dissolution and uncontested divorce in Alaska?+
Dissolution is a joint filing under AS 25.24.200. Both spouses sign one petition together and agree on every issue in advance. An uncontested divorce is filed under AS 25.24.010 by one spouse alone, using a complaint the other spouse does not contest. Dissolution generally moves faster and uses simpler paperwork, since the agreement is built into the petition itself rather than argued out afterward.
Which forms does an agreed Alaska case use?+
For dissolution, use Packet No. 1, form DR-1, with minor children, or Packet No. 2, form DR-2, without them. DR-20 covers a spouse filing with the other's separate consent when they cannot appear together. For an uncontested divorce complaint, use SHC-PAC9A with children, SHC-PAC9B without children, or SHC-PAC9C for a short marriage with no property and no children.
How long does an Alaska dissolution take from filing to decree?+
At least 30 days, and often close to that in practice. AS 25.24.220 bars the court from scheduling the dissolution hearing earlier than 30 days after the petition is filed. That hearing is a required step, not something either spouse can waive. The uncontested divorce complaint track has no matching fixed floor, since its timing depends on service and the local court's calendar.
Is there a residency requirement for an Alaska dissolution or divorce?+
There is no fixed minimum number of days. Alaska's court system instructions require a filer to be physically present in the state and to intend to remain. Unlike most other states, which typically require a set number of months living there first, Alaska has no separate residency statute setting a specific waiting period for ordinary divorce or dissolution.
Can I get the Alaska filing fee waived?+
Yes, if you cannot afford it. File form TF-920, Request for Exemption from Payment of Fees, when the case is opened. The court holds the petition or complaint and will not allow service on the other spouse until a judge rules on the fee waiver request or the fee gets paid, so file this form as early as possible.
Do we need a parenting class if we have minor children in Alaska?+
Possibly, depending on the local court. There is no single statewide mandate, but Alaska Civil Rule 90.1 lets courts require a parent education program in cases involving minor children. Anchorage, for instance, typically requires its Family Law Education Class or a short video, Listen 2 Kids About Divorce. Confirm the specific requirement with the court handling the case.
This page is general information about uncontested divorce checklist in Alaska, not legal advice for your situation. Laws, fees, and procedures change over time; confirm current details with Alaska's own courts before relying on anything here. Virdix is not a law firm and is not licensed to practice law in Alaska. Virdix does not prepare or file Alaska divorce paperwork. It is not a substitute for an attorney licensed in Alaska.
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