Ontario divorce application fees total $669, with additional service costs starting at $489 + HST

Filing for divorce in Ontario involves mandatory court fees and optional service charges. The court fees are split into two payments:

• Initial filing fee: $224
• Divorce hearing fee: $445

For a simple uncontested divorce, professional document preparation services start at $489 plus HST. When combining court fees with basic document preparation, expect to pay approximately $1,155 in total. Contested divorces typically cost significantly more due to additional legal requirements and complexity. These fees are current as of 2023 and apply specifically to Ontario courts.