Utah: divorce rules by state
How long you must live in a state before filing for divorce, how long you wait after filing, and any separation the state requires.
Checked on official source| Residency requirement | 3 months in the state and county |
|---|---|
| Residency law | Utah Code § 81-4-402 (formerly § 30-3-1) |
| Waiting period after filing | 30 days after filing |
| Separation required (no-fault divorce) | None |
Utah moved its divorce laws to Title 81 on Sept. 1, 2024.
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How we checked this
Residency rules come from a statute-cited 50-state chart and were compared with two other 50-state tables. Disputed states were checked on the state's own code. Last checked: November 12, 2026. Laws change; confirm with the state agency or a licensed professional before acting.
Cross-checked sources agree Checked on official source confirmed on a government, court or legislature site From a statute-cited table one detailed source Under review sources disagree; read the note and the law.