Tag: Six-Month Residency Rule
Residency Requirements for Filing an Uncontested Divorce in Ontario
The Legal Residency Requirement in Ontario
The Six-Month Residency Rule under the Federal Divorce Act
To file for divorce in Ontario, at least one spouse must have been ordinarily resident in the province for a minimum of six consecutive months immediately before starting the divorce application. “Ordinarily resident” means that Ontario is where you have your regular home, even if you occasionally travel for work or personal reasons.
This rule applies to all divorces in Canada, including uncontested divorces. It is not based on where you were married, but rather where you currently live. For example, if you were married in another country but have lived in Ontario for more than six months, you can still file here.