You can start your divorce in England if one of the following conditions apply: you and your spouse are both living in England or Wales; you and your spouse were last both living in England or Wales and one of you still resides here; you and your spouse are both domiciled in England or Wales; your spouse is resident in England or Wales; you are resident in England or Wales and have resided here for at least a year before starting your divorce; or you are domiciled* and currently resident in England or Wales and have resided here for at least six months before starting your divorce. *Domicile is not the same as nationality, citizenship, or residence. It generally means the country you regard as your home or where you have your closest ties, and you can only be domiciled in one country at a time. Where you or your spouse are domiciled can be contentious (as there are often tax implications) and we will be able to advise you on your options and rights.