Divorce by mutual agreement
Official name: Prepare a divorce by mutual consent
A divorce ends a marriage through a court. In a divorce by mutual consent, you both agree. This plan shows you what you can prepare for it.
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- Steps
- 7 key steps, up to 22 depending on your situation
- For you
- 5 short questions, then you see your steps
- Main office
- Familienrechtsberatung / Gericht
- Costs
- Federal guidance August 2026: application EUR406 jointly for both; required settlement adds EUR406, or EUR609 for real-estate transfer/registered rights.
- Online
- possible for 3 of 22 steps
How it works
These are the key steps, in the right order. Answer the short questions; then you see exactly what applies to you and what is added.
Book confidential family-law adviceVienna offers free advice for couples and families. Confidential means: what you say stays private.Key step
- Why?
- There you get help and can ask questions. But this advice does not replace the required parent counselling (Elternberatung).
- What you do
- Call the MA 11 service line: +43 1 4000-8011. You can call Monday to Friday, 8 to 15:30. There you arrange an appointment.
- Where?
- MA 11 · Paar- und FamilienberatungDirectly with the named service
In detail
Arrange confidential family-law advice
Vienna offers free confidential couple and family advice. Arrange through MA 11 service by phone +43 1 4000-8011, Mon–Fri 8–15:30. General advice does not replace required parent-counselling certification.
SourceKostenlose vertrauliche Paar- und Familienberatung
Kostenlose vertrauliche Paar- und FamilienberatungStadt Wien · MA 11 · retrieved on 10/10/2026
Open original sourceCheck you have lived apart for six monthsThis divorce has conditions. You have lived apart for six months. And you both agree: the marriage has broken down and cannot be saved.Key step
- Why?
- Without these conditions, a divorce by mutual consent may not fit. So have them checked first.
- What you do
- Living apart does not always mean two homes. Have the time and your agreement checked by advice or the court. The app does not decide this.
- Where?
- Familienrechtsberatung / GerichtDirectly with the named service
In detail
Confirm six-month separation and agreement before applying
Six months of separation does not necessarily mean separate homes. Legally verify duration, shared breakdown assessment and full agreement; no automatic date or eligibility decision.
SourceEinvernehmliche Scheidung: Voraussetzungen, Unterlagen, Gebühren und Beschluss
Einvernehmliche Scheidung: Voraussetzungen, Unterlagen, Gebühren und BeschlussBundesministerium für Justiz · oesterreich.gv.at · retrieved on 10/10/2026
Open original sourceAttend parent counsellingDo you have joint minor children? Minor means: not yet an adult. Then there is parent counselling. It is about what your children need now.Key step
- Why?
- The court wants a certificate for this counselling. A certificate is a paper that confirms something. A general advice session is not enough.
- What you do
- Do the counselling before you finish your agreement on the consequences. Ask the court: who may give the counselling? What must the certificate look like?
- Where?
- Geeignete Elternberatung / GerichtDirectly with the named service
In detail
Evidence appropriate parent counselling before divorce consequences
For joint minor children certify counselling on their specific divorce-related needs before concluding or presenting the consequences arrangement. Agree appropriate provider, certificate format and actual requirements with the court; a general advice booking is insufficient.
SourceElternberatung vor einvernehmlicher Scheidung nach § 95 Abs. 1a AußStrG
Elternberatung vor einvernehmlicher Scheidung nach § 95 Abs. 1a AußStrGBundesministerium für Justiz · retrieved on 10/10/2026
Open original sourceHave your agreement checkedThe Scheidungsfolgenvereinbarung is an agreement between you. It says how you will sort everything out after the divorce.Key step
- Why?
- For a divorce by mutual consent, you must agree on the consequences. A review helps make sure nothing is missing.
- What you do
- Cover property, debts and maintenance. With children also custody (Obsorge), child maintenance and contact. Custody means: who cares for the child? Check insurance and pension separately. Do not sign anything here.
- Where?
- Familienrechtsberatung / GerichtDirectly with the named service
What you need
- Agreed divorce-consequences arrangement
Document explained
Written or recorded through the agreed route; have completeness legally checked.
- Requirement
- Check for your case
- Submission format
- Clarify format with the service
- Translation
- No specific rule recorded; clarify foreign-language records with the service.
- Authentication
- No specific rule recorded; clarify need before obtaining records.
- Recency
- No fixed age limit recorded; clarify currency with the service.
SourceEinvernehmliche Scheidung: Voraussetzungen, Unterlagen, Gebühren und Beschluss
Einvernehmliche Scheidung: Voraussetzungen, Unterlagen, Gebühren und BeschlussBundesministerium für Justiz · oesterreich.gv.at · retrieved on 10/10/2026
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In detail
Have the complete consequences agreement reviewed
Address assets and debt, mutual maintenance and where relevant custody, child maintenance and contact. Review insurance/pension effects separately. Sign no form here and enter no asset values in the navigator.
SourceEinvernehmliche Scheidung: Voraussetzungen, Unterlagen, Gebühren und Beschluss
Einvernehmliche Scheidung: Voraussetzungen, Unterlagen, Gebühren und BeschlussBundesministerium für Justiz · oesterreich.gv.at · retrieved on 10/10/2026
Open original sourcePrepare your joint applicationHere you prepare your joint divorce application. There is an official PDF form for this.Key step
- Why?
- With a complete application, the court can work on your case. The app does not file or pay anything for you.
- What you do
- Use the current form. Hand in the application in writing or have it written down at court. Do it the way you agreed with the court. Check first that everything is there.
- Where?
- Zuständiges BezirksgerichtDirectly with the named service
In detail
Prepare the confirmed joint application yourself
Use the current official PDF form and agreed written or oral-recording route. Check completeness and the consequences agreement; this app files no application or payment.
SourceEinvernehmliche Scheidung: aktuelles amtliches Formular
Einvernehmliche Scheidung: aktuelles amtliches Formularoesterreich.gv.at · Formularservice · retrieved on 10/10/2026
Open original sourcePlan the court date for both of youAfter the application, there is a hearing at court. You must both go there in person.Key step
- Why?
- The court wants to see you both there. That is why this date is important.
- What you do
- You get a summons. This is a letter with the date. Check the summons, the papers asked for and your agreement. Can you not come? Then talk to the court.
- Where?
- Bereits zuständiges GerichtDirectly with the named service
In detail
Prepare the court hearing and personal attendance
After application the court schedules a hearing which spouses must attend. Review the summons, required records and consequences agreement; discuss difficulties with the court.
SourceEinvernehmliche Scheidung: Voraussetzungen, Unterlagen, Gebühren und Beschluss
Einvernehmliche Scheidung: Voraussetzungen, Unterlagen, Gebühren und BeschlussBundesministerium für Justiz · oesterreich.gv.at · retrieved on 10/10/2026
Open original sourceKeep the proof that the divorce is finalThe finality endorsement (Rechtskraftvermerk) is a note from the court. It shows: the divorce is final.Key step
- Why?
- You may need it later. For example, if you want to marry again.
- What you do
- Ask the court for the endorsement if you need it. A final divorce is still valid without the stamp. Keep the order safe and show it to other offices.
- Where?
- Gericht / FolgestellenDirectly with the named service
In detail
Retain the effective order and required finality evidence
Clarify a court finality endorsement where needed, especially for remarriage. A missing stamp alone does not invalidate a final divorce. Use the confirmed position with subsequent services.
SourceEinvernehmliche Scheidung: Voraussetzungen, Unterlagen, Gebühren und Beschluss
Einvernehmliche Scheidung: Voraussetzungen, Unterlagen, Gebühren und BeschlussBundesministerium für Justiz · oesterreich.gv.at · retrieved on 10/10/2026
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Depending on your situation, this is added
- Choose your route to divorce
- Check if an application already exists
- Get advice if it is not a marriage
- Get help if someone needs protection
- Clarify special cases first
- Check if you have minor children together
- Find the right district court
- Collect the papers for the divorce
- Check the court fees
- Follow your existing application
- Send the court the missing papers
- Get advice before withdrawing
- Read the court's decision carefully
- Ask the registry office about your former surname
- Carry out what you agreed
Frequently asked questions
Can I do this online?
3 of 22 possible steps mention an online channel in their text. Requirements are in the official source.
What does it cost?
Costs or fees are stated for 1 step according to the source; details are listed with the step.
Do I need an einfach.wien account?
No. The plan works without registration; answers stay in your browser.
Does einfach.wien submit my application?
No. einfach.wien helps you prepare and links official channels. You submit applications yourself to the responsible service.
What this page is based on
The information is based on official sources. einfach.wien is a private project; the content has not been professionally reviewed. All information without guarantee, no legal advice. The responsible office is always authoritative.
SourceAllgemeines zur Scheidung und zu individuellen Folgen
Bundesministerium für Justiz · oesterreich.gv.at · retrieved on 10/10/2026
Open original sourceSourceKostenlose vertrauliche Paar- und Familienberatung
Stadt Wien · MA 11 · retrieved on 10/10/2026
Open original sourceSourceHilfe bei familiären Krisen und akute Krisenhilfe
Stadt Wien · MA 11 · retrieved on 10/10/2026
Open original sourceSourceScheidung in der EU: Zuständigkeit und anwendbares Recht
Bundesministerium für Justiz · oesterreich.gv.at · retrieved on 10/10/2026
Open original sourceSourceEinvernehmliche Scheidung: Voraussetzungen, Unterlagen, Gebühren und Beschluss
Bundesministerium für Justiz · oesterreich.gv.at · retrieved on 10/10/2026
Open original sourceSourceElternberatung vor einvernehmlicher Scheidung nach § 95 Abs. 1a AußStrG
Bundesministerium für Justiz · retrieved on 10/10/2026
Open original sourceSourceEinvernehmliche Scheidung: aktuelles amtliches Formular
oesterreich.gv.at · Formularservice · retrieved on 10/10/2026
Open original sourceSourceNamensänderung nach Auflösung der Ehe oder Partnerschaft
oesterreich.gv.at / BMJ · retrieved on 10/10/2026
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