Can I file for divorce in Florida if my spouse lives out of state?
Yes, in most cases, as long as you meet Florida's residency rule. How service of process and jurisdiction work when your spouse is elsewhere.
Last updated: Reviewed by our attorney-founder, Aliette Hernandez Carolan, Esq. (Florida Bar No. 714291). This article is general information about Florida law and is not legal advice.
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