How to apply

You can apply to end a civil partnership online or by post. It costs £593.

It normally takes at least 6 months.

You’ll be asked for the current address of your civil partner so the court can send them a copy of the application. Find out what to do if you do not know your partner’s address.

Apply online

You can apply to end a civil partnership online.

Apply now or continue an application

You’ll need a debit or credit card to apply.

Apply by post

Fill in a dissolution application form.

You can get help filling in the form at a Citizens Advice office.

Send a copy of the form to:

HMCTS Divorce and Dissolution service
PO Box 13226
Harlow
CM20 9UG

Keep your own copy of the form.

How to pay

You can either pay by:

  • debit or credit card - HM Courts and Tribunals Service (HMCTS) will call or email you with details of how to pay
  • cheque - made payable to ‘HM Courts and Tribunals Service’