Apply for Divorce in England & Wales — Step by Step, Without a Solicitor

A clear, step-by-step guide to completing the UK online divorce application, written in plain English by Professional McKenzie Friends.

Applying for divorce without a solicitor can feel stressful and overwhelming. Many people worry about answering questions incorrectly, missing something important, or delaying their application.

This guide shows you exactly how to complete the official UK divorce application, step by step, so you can apply calmly and confidently — without paying a solicitor hundreds or thousands of pounds.

What this guide helps you do

✔️ Understand what each question on the online divorce application really means
✔️ See real screenshots of the application, with clear explanations
✔️ Avoid common mistakes that cause delays or confusion
✔️ Know what happens after you submit your application
✔️ Stay organised, informed, and confident throughout the process

No legal jargon. No scare tactics. Just practical, step-by-step guidance.

Who this guide is for

This guide is ideal if you:

✔️ Are applying for divorce in England or Wales
✔️ Plan to complete the divorce application without a solicitor
✔️ Want clear, step-by-step guidance instead of expensive legal fees
✔️ Feel anxious about making mistakes or delaying your divorce

No legal background is required.

Written by professionals who work in UK Family Courts

This guide is written by Dave Barma and Gemma Bailey, Professional McKenzie Friends who regularly support people representing themselves in the UK Family Court system.

What is a McKenzie Friend?
A McKenzie Friend is a recognised court support role that helps individuals prepare paperwork, understand court procedures, and stay calm and organised throughout legal processes.

This guide is based on real, hands-on experience supporting divorce applicants, not generic legal information.

What this guide covers

✔️ The full UK online divorce application process
✔️ What each question is asking and how to answer it
✔️ Which documents you may need to upload
✔️ Common errors that cause delays or confusion
✔️ What emails, updates, and next steps to expect after submission

📸 Includes screenshots of the actual divorce application, with clear explanations for each section.

What this guide does NOT cover

✖️ Financial settlements
✖️ Child arrangements

This focused approach keeps the guide clear, practical, and easy to follow.

Why this guide can save you money

Many people pay £300–£1,000+ for solicitor help just to complete the divorce application.

If this guide helps you avoid one solicitor appointment or one application delay, it has more than paid for itself.

Instant access — £40 including VAT

⏱️ Most people finish the divorce application the same day they buy.

Delaying often means re-reading the application multiple times and second-guessing your answers. This guide exists so you don’t have to guess.

✔️ Step-by-step screenshots
✔️ Written for people doing this for the first time
✔️ No jargon, no assumptions

✔️ One-off payment
✔️ Instant download
✔️ Secure checkout via Gumroad
✔️ VAT handled automatically

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We understand that starting legal processes can be stressful.

If, after reviewing the guide, you genuinely feel it isn’t right for your situation, Gumroad’s standard refund process applies.

Important information

This guide provides practical support for completing the UK divorce application process.
It does not provide legal advice and does not guarantee outcomes.

For tailored, one-to-one support, you are welcome to contact Dave or Gemma directly.

Product details

• Format: PDF digital download
• Length: 116 pages
• File size: 6.44 MB
• Instant access after purchase