If you are a non-Muslim in Malaysia and are thinking about divorce, the time it takes depends mainly on whether both husband and wife agree to the divorce and its terms.
Types of Divorce in Malaysia (Non-Muslim)
1. Uncontested Divorce (Mutual Divorce / Joint Petition)
An uncontested divorce means both husband and wife agree to:
- Getting divorced
- Terms of the divorce such as:
- Child custody and access
- Child Maintenance
- Wife Maintenance (if any)
- Division of property
- Division of assets (such as savings, business, cars, etc)
How Long Does It Take? – About 2 – 3 months (or lesser)
Why Mutual Divorce is faster?
- No fighting in court
- Only 1 hearing
- Less paperwork and delay
Many divorce lawyers will usually recommend mutual divorce if both parties can cooperate.
Documents Required for Mutual Divorce
- Marriage Certificate
- Children’s Birth Certificate / MyKid (if any)
- Details of properties and assets (if any)
2. Contested Divorce (Single Petition)
A contested divorce happens when:
- Only one spouse wants the divorce or
- There is disagreement over children, money or property
How Long Does It Take?
1 to 3 years, sometimes longer
Why It Takes Longer?
- Court hearings and trials
- Arguments over custody, maintenance or assets
- Delays caused by uncooperative parties
Contested divorces are usually more stressful and more expensive.
Is There a Minimum Marriage Period Before Divorce?
Yes. In general, you must be married for at least 2 years before filing for divorce in Malaysia. However, there are exceptions in special or serious situations.
Why Speak to a Divorce Lawyer?
A divorce lawyer can:
- Advise you on the fastest option
- Help avoid unnecessary delays
- Protect your rights
- Guide you through the process with less stress
Early advice often saves time, money and emotional strain.
To schedule a free consultation with our divorce lawyers, call or Whats App us at 014-950 8667.
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Areas Our Divorce Lawyers Cover
Our divorce lawyers provide legal services across Kuala Lumpur, Selangor and the surrounding areas. We regularly handle divorce cases in:
- Kuala Lumpur
- Petaling Jaya
- Shah Alam
- Klang
- Subang Jaya
- Puchong
- Damansara
- Cheras
- Seri Kembangan
- Cyberjaya
- Putrajaya
Whether you are based in Kuala Lumpur or Petaling Jaya, our divorce lawyers are ready to assist you with all aspects of family and divorce matters including child custody, child maintenance, spousal maintenance and division of matrimonial properties and assets.
Our Articles on Divorce
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- Do You Need a Divorce Lawyer in Malaysia?
- Registering an Overseas Divorce Order
- Why do I need a lawyer to get a divorce?
- Child Custody
- Alimony in Malaysia
- Division of Matrimonial Assets in Malaysia