Wyoming Divorce Filing Fee and Fee Waiver
The upfront cost of filing for divorce in Wyoming is one of the most straightforward parts of the process — but there are additional expenses beyond the filing fee that catch people off guard.
The Standard Filing Fee: $160
Every Wyoming District Court charges a statutory initial filing fee of $160 for divorce cases. This amount includes $40 for court automation and $10 for indigent civil legal services. The fee is the same regardless of which county you file in or whether the divorce involves children.
Payment is due when you present your documents to the Clerk of District Court. Cash and certified checks are accepted; confirm money-order and card policies with your county Clerk.
Additional Costs to Expect
Beyond the filing fee, budget for these common expenses:
| Expense | Typical Cost |
|---|---|
| Filing fee | $160 |
| Sheriff service | $35-$50 |
| Private process server | $25-$50 |
| Notarization (per document) | Provider sets any fee |
| Certified copy of Decree | $1 first page, $0.50 each additional page, plus $0.50 per seal |
| Service by publication (newspaper) | $100-$300 |
| Parenting class (if ordered) | $25-$75 per parent; verify county/provider |
A straightforward uncontested divorce starts with the $160 filing fee plus the actual service and copy costs; add publication, parenting, or other costs if they apply.
How to Get the Filing Fee Waived
If you cannot afford the filing fee, Wyoming allows you to apply for a fee waiver using Self-Help Packet 10, which includes:
- Affidavit of Indigency: A sworn statement listing your income, assets, debts, and monthly expenses that demonstrates financial hardship
- Request for Waiver of Fees and Cost: The formal petition asking the court to waive the filing fee and any other court costs
File both documents with the Clerk of District Court at the same time you present your divorce paperwork. The judge will review your financial information and either grant or deny the waiver.
If approved, the waiver may cover the $160 filing fee and standard sheriff service fees. It does not cover newspaper publication, private process-server, or parenting-class fees.
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Comparing Costs to Alternatives
The out-of-pocket cost for a self-filed Wyoming divorce starts with the $160 filing fee plus actual service and copy costs, and compares favorably to the alternatives:
- Online document-assembly services (DivorceWriter, 3StepDivorce): $137-$499, plus you still pay the $160 filing fee and handle all service and filing yourself
- Attorney representation: $1,500-$5,000+ retainer for even a simple uncontested case, with hourly rates of $150-$360+
The court forms themselves are free from the Wyoming Judicial Branch website. What you are paying for with any service is the guidance on which forms to use, in what order, and how to navigate the deadlines.
The Wyoming Divorce Filing Process Guide gives you that roadmap at a fraction of what document-assembly services charge — and unlike those services, it covers county-specific filing procedures and deadline tracking.
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