How do I satisfy the residency requirements in order to get divorced in New York?
To file for a divorce in the State of New York, you must satisfy one of the following residency requirements: • The marriage ceremony was performed in New York State and either spouse is a resident of the State at the time of the commencement of the action for divorce and resided in the State for a continuous period of one year immediately before the action began; OR • The couple lived as husband and wife in New York State and either spouse is a resident of the State at the time of the commencement of the action for divorce and resided in this State for a continuous period of one year immediately before the action began; OR • The grounds for divorce occurred in New York State and either spouse is a resident of the State at the time of the commencement of the action for divorce and resided in this State for a continuous period of one year immediately before the action began; OR • The grounds for divorce occurred in New York State and both spouses are New York residents at the time the a
