How long does mutual-consent divorce take?

Minimum 6 months under §13B HMA (cooling-off period). Supreme Court can waive it in clear cases; some High Courts have been waiving it routinely after 18 months of separation.

Will my wife / husband get half of everything?

Indian law has no automatic 50:50 split — alimony and asset division depend on income, conduct, length of marriage, and the SC's 8-factor framework (Kiran Jyot Maini, 2024).

Can I get custody as a father?

Yes — the welfare of the child is the only test, not the parent's gender. Courts increasingly grant joint or shared custody where both parents are fit.

Is anticipatory bail possible in a 498A / BNS 85 case?

Yes — and post the Arnesh Kumar guidelines, courts grant it in the first hearing for most non-violent allegations.

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Divorce & Family Matters in India: Information & Options

Mutual consent or contested, custody, maintenance, domestic violence — learn the procedural landscape and connect with a verified independent professional via Pro Firmo.

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Documents you'll need

Marriage certificate
Income proofs (ITR, salary slips) of both spouses
Property and asset documents in joint or single names
Children's birth certificates and school records
Any prior court orders or police complaints
WhatsApp / email evidence of cruelty, threats, or financial misuse

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FAQs

How long does mutual-consent divorce take?: Minimum 6 months under §13B HMA (cooling-off period). Supreme Court can waive it in clear cases; some High Courts have been waiving it routinely after 18 months of separation.
Will my wife / husband get half of everything?: Indian law has no automatic 50:50 split — alimony and asset division depend on income, conduct, length of marriage, and the SC's 8-factor framework (Kiran Jyot Maini, 2024).
Can I get custody as a father?: Yes — the welfare of the child is the only test, not the parent's gender. Courts increasingly grant joint or shared custody where both parents are fit.
Is anticipatory bail possible in a 498A / BNS 85 case?: Yes — and post the Arnesh Kumar guidelines, courts grant it in the first hearing for most non-violent allegations.

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