What Documents Are Required to File a Divorce Lawsuit in Jordan?

The documents required to file a divorce or separation case vary according to the type and legal ground of the case. However, there is a general procedural rule for the statement of claim before the Sharia Court. Article 11(b) of the Sharia Procedure Law requires the claim to include the claimant's and defendant's names, known names, places of residence, the claim itself, the requested relief, and the evidence relied upon.

For that reason, there is no single document list that fits every divorce case. A claim to register an already pronounced divorce is different from a judicial separation claim based on harm, non-maintenance, annulment, or khul. In general, the claimant will need personal information, the other party's address for service, the marriage document or proof of the marital relationship, a clear statement of claim, and evidence supporting the legal ground, such as documents, witnesses, or reports depending on the case.

If the case is filed through a lawyer or representative, a legal or Sharia power of attorney may be required. If one party is non-Jordanian or outside Jordan, additional evidentiary or service requirements may arise.

Therefore, the phrase "required documents" should not be treated as one fixed checklist. The file changes according to the type of divorce, the ground relied on, and the evidence available. The court registry or a qualified lawyer can confirm the required attachments before filing.

This is a general explanation based on the approved Jordanian legal sources and does not replace advice from a qualified lawyer in a specific dispute.