Looking for help? Easy Path Divorce offers flat-fee services for divorce application in Ontario. Your Form 8A divorce application prepared and reviewed for $399 + HST.
Before you file a divorce application in Ontario, it helps to know exactly what the court will charge. These are government fees paid to the Superior Court of Justice. They’re the same whether you file yourself or hire help, and they’re separate from any professional fees.
Ontario divorce court fees (2026)
| Fee | When you pay it | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Filing the divorce application | When you file Form 8A | $224 |
| — Provincial portion | $214 | |
| — Federal divorce registry fee | $10 | |
| Setting the case down for a judge | When you file the affidavit for divorce | $445 |
| Total mandatory court fees | $669 | |
| Certificate of divorce (optional) | After the divorce takes effect | $25 |
What the $10 federal fee is for
Every divorce in Canada is checked against the federal Central Registry of Divorce Proceedings to make sure there isn’t another divorce case for the same marriage elsewhere in Canada. The $10 covers that check. It’s included in the $224 filing fee and can’t be waived.
Joint divorce application fee
A joint divorce application costs exactly the same in court fees as a sole application. The only difference in cost is that a sole application usually needs a process server to deliver the papers to your spouse. Compare them in joint vs sole divorce application.
Fee waivers
If you have a low income or limited assets, or you receive Ontario Works, ODSP or certain other benefits, you may qualify for a fee waiver. If approved, the provincial fees ($214 and $445) are waived and you pay only the $10 federal fee. See our court fee waiver guide.
How to pay divorce application fees
- Filing online: pay electronically during the e-filing process. See how to file a divorce application online.
- Filing in person: pay at the court office. Ask your local office which payment methods it accepts.
Other costs to budget for
- Process server (sole applications).
- Certified translation of a non-English or non-French marriage certificate.
- Replacement marriage certificate, if needed.
- Professional fees, if you get help.
For total cost comparisons, see how much an uncontested divorce costs.
Fee changes
Ontario court fees are set by regulation and can change. The amounts above reflect current published rates; confirm with the court before you file.
Avoid paying twice in time and frustration
Court fees are fixed, but a returned application costs you weeks. Our divorce application in Ontario service prepares your documents correctly for $399 plus HST.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the divorce application fee in Ontario?
The filing fee for a divorce application is $224, made up of a $214 provincial fee and the $10 federal divorce registry fee. A second fee of $445 is paid when you set the case down for a judge.
Is the joint divorce application fee different?
No. A joint divorce application pays the same court fees as a sole application: $224 to file and $445 to set down.
Can divorce application fees be waived in Ontario?
The provincial fees can be waived if you qualify for Ontario's fee waiver program, but the $10 federal fee cannot be waived.
Divorce Application Ontario: Your Form 8A divorce application prepared and reviewed for $399 + HST.
Get your divorce application preparedThis article is general legal information for Ontario residents, not legal advice about your situation. Laws, court forms and fees change; contact us to confirm how they apply to you.