New Hampshire Divorce Forms — Complete Guide (2026)
New Hampshire uses NHJB-series forms for divorce. All official forms are available at: courts.state.nh.us/forms/nhjb-forms.htm
Where to Get New Hampshire Divorce Forms
NH Courts Self-Help: courts.state.nh.us/forms/nhjb-forms.htm — NHJB-series forms and instructions.
Circuit Court, Family Division Clerk: In-person assistance may be available; local supplements may exist.
NH Legal Assistance: nhla.org — free legal help for qualifying individuals.
Core Forms — Joint Petition (Agreed)
| Form | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Joint Petition for Divorce (NHJB-series) | Both spouses file together; no service required |
| Financial Affidavit NHJB-2065-F (or NHJB-2065-FS) | Required for both parties; all income, assets, debts, expenses |
| Marital Settlement Agreement | All property, debts, alimony, custody |
| Final Decree of Divorce | Judge's final order |
| If children: Parenting Plan | Comprehensive; required |
| If children: Child Support Worksheet | NH Guidelines calculation |
| If children: Parenting Class Certificate | Filed by both parents |
Core Forms — Individual Complaint
| Form | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Complaint for Divorce (NHJB-series) | Filed by Petitioner alone |
| Summons | Served on Respondent |
| Acceptance of Service | Respondent waives formal service |
| Financial Affidavit NHJB-2065-F (both parties) | Required |
| All other forms same as Joint Petition | — |
Financial Affidavit — NHJB-2065-F — Mandatory
RSA 458:15-b requires a Financial Affidavit in all NH divorce cases. Both parties must complete and file it.
Two versions:
- NHJB-2065-F — Full Financial Affidavit. Required for most cases. Discloses: gross income, net income, all assets (real property, accounts, retirement, vehicles), all debts, and monthly living expenses.
- NHJB-2065-FS — Simplified version. Available for lower-income parties or cases with minimal assets. Requires court approval to use the simplified form.
The Financial Affidavit is used by the court to evaluate alimony requests, child support, and equitable distribution.
Marital Settlement Agreement — What It Must Cover
Marital Real Property:
- Legal description; agreed FMV; mortgage balance; marital equity
- Assignment: one keeps (buyout; refinancing deadline; Quitclaim Deed → NH Registry of Deeds) or sale (proceeds split; timeline)
Marital Financial Accounts:
- Institution, type, balance; assignment; transfer
Retirement Accounts:
- QDRO for employer plans (marital portion from date of marriage to separation)
- IRA: transfer incident to divorce (Decree language; direct rollover)
- NH Retirement System (NHRS): DRO submitted to NHRS after Decree
Vehicles: Assignment; loan assumption; NH DMV title transfer
Marital Debts: Creditor, balance, who assumes, indemnification language
Separate Property Acknowledgment: Each spouse's separate property listed; confirmed as remaining with that spouse
Alimony: Award with amount, duration, payment mechanism, termination events (death, remarriage) — or explicit waiver: "Each party waives any and all claims for alimony, now and forever."
If Children:
- Legal and physical custody designation
- Comprehensive Parenting Plan
- Child support per NH Guidelines
- Health insurance designation
NH Child Support Guidelines
New Hampshire uses an income shares model (RSA 458-C):
- Determine both parents' gross income
- Apply standard deductions
- Use NH Child Support Schedule
- Allocate proportionally between parents
- Adjust for health insurance, childcare, parenting time
Duration: Child support ends when the child turns 18 or graduates from high school.
Alimony — Need-Based (NH Factors)
New Hampshire calls it "alimony" (RSA 458:19). Factors:
- Duration of the marriage
- Each spouse's income, employability, and financial needs
- Standard of living during the marriage
- Age and health
- Contribution of each spouse (including homemaking)
- Fault (may be considered under RSA 458:19-a)
- Tax consequences
No formula. Entirely need-based, judicial discretion.
Last reviewed: March 2026 | NHJB-series forms | courts.state.nh.us/forms/nhjb-forms.htm | Financial Affidavit NHJB-2065-F required (RSA 458:15-b) | Joint Petition = no service | Parenting class required with children under 18 | NH child support (RSA 458-C) | Alimony: need-based (RSA 458:19) | NH Registry of Deeds | nhla.org
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.