Connecticut Dissolution of Marriage Filing Fees and Costs (2026)
Connecticut's Superior Court filing fee for dissolution is a flat $350 statewide. Additional costs include the state marshal service fee, and if children are involved, the mandatory Parenting Education Program.
Core Filing Costs
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Superior Court filing fee | $350 (flat — statewide) |
| State marshal service fee | $40–$100 |
| Certified copies of Judgment | $10–$25 per copy |
| Town Clerk deed recording fee | $60–$200 per document (CT deed recording is per-page + flat fee) |
Statewide Filing Fee
Unlike many states where fees vary by county, Connecticut charges a flat $350 Superior Court filing fee for dissolution of marriage statewide.
State Marshal Fee
Connecticut state marshals set their own fees. Typical service fee: $40–$100 for standard in-state service. More expensive for long-distance service. Contact the marshal in advance for their fee schedule.
Find Connecticut state marshals at: jud.ct.gov (Marshal directory).
Fee Waiver — Application for Waiver of Fees
Connecticut waives filing fees for qualifying low-income filers.
How to apply:
- Complete the Application for Waiver of Fees (JD-FM-75 or equivalent)
- File with the Complaint
- Judge reviews financial information
- If approved: filing fee waived; may also cover some service costs
Eligibility: Income at or below 125% of the federal poverty level; receipt of public assistance.
Parenting Education Program (If Children)
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Parenting Education Program (each parent) | $150–$175 per parent |
| Both parents combined | $300–$350 |
| Online options | Available — typically lower cost |
This is mandatory when minor children are involved. Both parents must complete the program.
Ancillary Costs
| Item | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| QDRO — employer retirement plan | $500–$2,000 per plan |
| Property appraisal | $400–$800 |
| Business valuation | $3,000–$15,000 |
| Deed preparation | $200–$600 |
| Town Clerk deed recording | $60–$200 per document |
| Mediator | $200–$500/hour |
Total Cost Estimates
| Scenario | Estimated Total |
|---|---|
| Agreed, no children, no real estate/retirement | $500–$900 |
| Agreed, with children (PEP included) | $900–$1,500 |
| With real estate | $1,000–$2,500 |
| With employer retirement (QDRO) | $1,000–$3,000 |
| Contested | $10,000–$100,000+ |
Last reviewed: March 2026 | $350 flat filing fee statewide | State marshal $40–$100 | Parenting Education Program mandatory with children | Town Clerk for deed recording
Written by the SoLongSoulmate.com Editorial Team
Researched using official state court websites, state statutes, and legal aid resources. All filing fees and procedures verified March 2026. This is general legal information — not legal advice.
Last reviewed: March 2026 · Verify current fees and forms with your local court before filing.