In the instance that you are unaware of where your spouse lives, you will be unable to serve documents to them. When this scenario occurs, you must prove that you have attempted to locate your spouse. The methods that you have attempted to use must be recorded in an Affidavit. These methods include, but are not limited to: Trying their last known address;
Asking their family and friends;
Ask at their place of employment;
Placing notices in the newspapers; and
Anything else to prove that you have attempted to try and find them. Once you have attempted these methods, you are then able to apply for either: A substituted service – such as serving the documents to another person who can then pass them to your spouse; or
An order to dispense with service.