Can I get engaged before my divorce is final?
Yes. An engagement has no legal status in England and Wales, so you can get engaged at any time. You cannot marry until the Final Order has been made.
CalmSplit prepares your divorce application and keeps you moving through each stage so the Final Order is not the thing holding up your plans.
- An engagement is not a legal contract here
- Marriage requires the Final Order
- Give notice of marriage only once you have it
One-off CalmSplit fee. HMCTS court fees are paid separately to the court.
Check suitabilityStart free and pay the one-off £159 when you are ready to prepare your application.
See how it worksPractical points
- You cannot give notice of marriage while still married
- Register offices often ask for the Final Order at the notice stage
- Allow buffer time between the expected Final Order and the wedding
- Consider a financial order before the new marriage
Will it affect the divorce?
No. The divorce is no-fault and the court does not ask about new relationships. It can be relevant to financial negotiations, particularly maintenance.
Children and timing
Where children are involved, telling the other parent before wider announcements usually keeps arrangements calm.
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