How long does a divorce take in Cape Town?

The uncontested divorce is the best and most cost effective for all parties concerned. It can be finalised within 4 weeks. If a divorce is contested it may take between 2 - 3 years, but most contested divorces do settle long before they go on trial.

How quickly can you get divorced in South Africa?

An uncontested divorce can be finalized in as little as 4 weeks. If a divorce is contested it may take between 2 - 3 years, but most contested divorces do settle long before they go on trial.

What reasons can you divorce someone?

Grounds for divorce - the five factsAdultery.Unreasonable behaviour.Desertion.Two years separation with consent.Five years separation without consent.Jan 8, 2018

What is unreasonable behaviour in a marriage?

When talking about divorce, unreasonable behaviour is the term used to describe that an individuals spouse has behaved in a way that means they cannot be reasonably expected to continue living with them.