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 uniform filing fee of $160 for divorce cases. This amount includes the base civil filing fee plus mandatory automation and indigent legal services surcharges. 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. Accepted forms of payment include cash, money orders, and certified checks. Some counties also accept credit cards, though they may add a processing surcharge of 2-4%.

Additional Costs to Expect

Beyond the filing fee, budget for these common expenses:

A straightforward uncontested divorce with sheriff service and no complications typically costs $220-$280 total in court and service fees.

How to Get the Filing Fee Waived

If you cannot afford the filing fee, Wyoming allows you to apply for a complete waiver using Self-Help Packet 10, which includes:

1. Affidavit of Indigency: A sworn statement listing your income, assets, debts, and monthly expenses that demonstrates financial hardship
2. Request for Waiver of Fees and Costs: 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 — typically within a few days.

If approved, the waiver covers the $160 filing fee and may also cover the cost of sheriff service and certified copies. The waiver does not cover private process server fees or parenting class registration.

Comparing Costs to Alternatives

The total out-of-pocket for a self-filed Wyoming divorce ($220-$280) 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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