How much is the state fee for divorce?

How much is the state fee for divorce?

In Kazakhstan, the amount of the state fee for divorce depends on how the marriage is dissolved: through court or through the civil registry office. The amount may also change if divorce is combined with property division, child support, or other legal claims.

If the marriage is dissolved through court, the state fee for filing a divorce claim is 0.3 MCI.

In 2026, 1 MCI is 4,325 tenge, so the state fee for filing a divorce claim in court is:

0.3 MCI × 4,325 tenge = 1,297.5 tenge

In practice, this is approximately 1,298 tenge.

State fee for divorce through court

If one spouse files a claim only for dissolution of marriage, without division of property, the state fee is 0.3 MCI.

In 2026, this is approximately:

1,298 tenge

This applies when:

• the spouses have minor children;
• one spouse does not agree to divorce;
• one spouse avoids divorce through the civil registry office;
• a court decision on divorce is required.

Usually, the state fee is paid by the spouse who files the claim in court.

State fee for divorce through the civil registry office

If the spouses do not have minor children, both agree to divorce, and there is no property dispute, the marriage may be dissolved through the civil registry office.

In this case, the state fee is usually 2 MCI.

In 2026, this equals:

2 MCI × 4,325 tenge = 8,650 tenge

However, divorce through the civil registry office is not suitable for every situation. If there are children, a dispute, or one spouse does not agree, it is usually necessary to apply to court.

How much is paid if there are children?

If the spouses have common minor children, divorce is usually handled through court. In this case, the state fee for a divorce claim is 0.3 MCI, which is approximately 1,298 tenge in 2026.

The presence of children itself does not increase the state fee for divorce. However, if additional claims are filed at the same time, such as child support, determination of the child’s place of residence, or visitation arrangements, the case may have additional procedural features.

Is a state fee paid for child support?

Claimants in child support cases are generally exempt from paying the state fee.

This means that if a child support claim is filed together with a divorce claim, a separate state fee for child support is usually not required.

However, it is important to formulate the claims correctly. If the statement of claim is prepared incorrectly, the court may leave it without movement or require corrections.

State fee for division of property

If, together with divorce, one spouse requests division of jointly acquired property, such as an apartment, car, land plot, business, bank savings, or other property, the state fee is calculated differently.

For property claims filed by individuals, the state fee is usually calculated as 1% of the claim amount.

For example, if one spouse asks the court to recognize their share in property worth 10,000,000 tenge, the state fee for the property claim may be:

10,000,000 × 1% = 100,000 tenge

Therefore, if a divorce case includes division of property, the state fee may be much higher than for a simple divorce.

Should divorce and property division be filed together?

Not always. If the main goal is to dissolve the marriage quickly, it may be better to file a divorce claim first and file a separate property division claim later.

This is because property division may delay the case. The court may need property valuation, bank documents, sale and purchase agreements, payment evidence, loan information, and other materials.

If all claims are filed together, the case may become more complicated and take longer. Legally, this is possible, but strategically, it is not always the best option.

Who pays the state fee?

Usually, the state fee is paid by the person filing the application or claim:

• for divorce through court — the claimant;
• for divorce through the civil registry office — the applicant or spouses according to the established procedure;
• for property division — the person filing the property claim.

Later, court expenses may be distributed between the parties according to civil procedure rules.

How to pay the state fee for divorce?

The state fee may be paid through a banking app, bank cash desk, payment services, or electronic government services.

When making the payment, it is important to correctly indicate:

• payment purpose;
• budget classification code;
• state revenue authority;
• court or authority where the application is filed;
• payer’s details;
• amount of the state fee.

After payment, the receipt must be saved. It is attached to the statement of claim or application filed with the civil registry office.

What happens if the state fee is not paid?

If a divorce claim is filed in court without payment of the state fee and there are no legal grounds for exemption, the court may leave the claim without movement.

This means the court will give time to correct the deficiency. If the receipt is not submitted within the given period, the claim may be returned.

Therefore, before filing a claim, it is better to check the amount of the state fee and payment details in advance.

Common mistakes when paying the state fee

Common mistakes during divorce include:

• paying the wrong amount;
• entering incorrect payment details;
• paying to the wrong court;
• not attaching the receipt to the claim;
• paying for another service instead of divorce;
• incorrectly calculating the state fee for property division.

At first glance, the state fee may seem like a small detail. But because of this “small detail,” the court may leave the claim without movement. In legal life, drama often starts not in court — but with a receipt.

How much does divorce cost in 2026?

In 2026, the approximate amounts are:

• divorce through court without property division — approximately 1,298 tenge;
• divorce through the civil registry office by mutual consent — 8,650 tenge;
• divorce with property division — depends on the claim amount;
• child support claim — the claimant is usually exempt from the state fee.

The exact amount should be checked before filing documents, because the MCI amount changes every year.

Do you need a lawyer for state fee calculation?

If the divorce is simple, without children, property, or disputes, the state fee can be paid independently. But if there are children, child support, a mortgage, loans, an apartment, a car, or a property dispute, it is better to consult a lawyer in advance.

A lawyer can help you:

• determine whether divorce should be filed through court or the civil registry office;
• correctly calculate the state fee;
• prepare the statement of claim;
• attach the required documents;
• avoid return of the claim;
• divide property;
• claim child support.

Legal assistance with divorce

The lawyers of SOT ZEYINI can help you properly arrange a divorce, calculate the state fee, prepare documents, and file a claim with the court.

We can help if:

• your spouse does not agree to divorce;
• you have minor children;
• you need to claim child support;
• you need to divide jointly acquired property;
• there is a mortgage, loan, or apartment dispute;
• the respondent does not attend court or delays the process.

Need a divorce consultation? Message us on WhatsApp — a lawyer will explain how much you need to pay in your situation and what documents should be prepared.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is the state fee for divorce through court?

In 2026, the state fee for filing a divorce claim in court is 0.3 MCI, which is approximately 1,298 tenge.

How much does divorce through the civil registry office cost?

If the spouses mutually agree, have no minor children, and have no dispute, the state fee for divorce through the civil registry office is 2 MCI, which is 8,650 tenge in 2026.

Do I need to pay a state fee for child support?

Claimants in child support cases are generally exempt from paying the state fee.

Is the state fee higher if there are children?

No. The presence of children does not increase the state fee for divorce through court. However, the case may become more complicated if there is a dispute about children, child support, or the child’s place of residence.

How much is paid for property division?

If a property division claim is filed, the state fee is calculated based on the value of the claim. For individuals, it is usually 1% of the property claim amount.

Can the state fee be refunded?

In some cases, the state fee may be refunded. For example, if the application was not filed or if there are other grounds provided by law. To do this, a relevant application and supporting documents must be submitted.