Для общего развития так сказать...There are four different types of divorce accepted in France. The first is a divorce by mutual consent. This is simple and fast providing both parties have agreed on every aspect of the divorce and this agreement will need to be presented with the divorce petition. The second type is an accepted divorce which is when the couple have agreed to a divorce but have not agreed on the settlements and require the judge’s assistance with this. The third type is a hostile divorce when one of the couple must fight to prove that the other is responsible for the end of the marriage. The fourth type is a divorce obtained after a lengthy separation. This is usually after a minimum of 2 years.In all but the first type of divorce there are 2 stages. Stage one is when the judge will permit the divorce, clarify child custody arrangements and any financial settlements. Stage two is for the division of assets by the notary. How long this process takes will depend upon the assets held by the couple and how easily they can agree to the arrangements.