In the United Kingdom, the process for same-sex divorce is the same as for heterosexual divorce. The law governing divorce and dissolution of civil partnerships is the same, and same-sex couples can dissolve their marriage in the same way as heterosexual couples.

To obtain a divorce in the UK, a couple must have been married for at least one year, and they must demonstrate that the marriage has irretrievably broken down. This can be done by citing one of five grounds for divorce: adultery, unreasonable behaviour, desertion, two years’ separation with consent, or five years’ separation without consent.  Since April 2022, same-sex couples can also request a no-fault divorce where there is no need to play the blame game to determine who is responsible for the break down of the relationship.

Once a petition for divorce has been filed, the process typically takes several months to complete. The couple will need to agree on issues such as the division of property and assets, as well as any arrangements for children, before the divorce can be finalized.

It is important to seek legal advice when going through a divorce, to ensure that your rights and interests are protected. This is especially true in cases where there are complex legal or financial issues to consider, such as disputes over property, assets, or custody of children.