Vermont: 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.
| Residency requirement | 6 months to file; 1 year before the final hearing |
|---|---|
| Residency law | 15 V.S.A. § 592 |
| Waiting period after filing | 90 days after the decree nisi |
| Separation required (no-fault divorce) | 6 months living apart |
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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.
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