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Request a search for a divorce decree absolute: Form D440

Use this form to ask the Central Family Court to search for a decree absolute or final order.

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Application form: D440

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Read further guidance on how to get a copy of a decree absolute or final order.

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Updates to this page

Published 1 November 2014
Last updated 8 October 2024 + show all updates
  1. Added a Welsh landing page.

  2. The new fee for a search where the case number is known has been updated on the English form

  3. Added an updated Welsh Form D440.

  4. English form updated.

  5. Added revised Form D440 with improved guidance for users.

  6. First published.

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