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Wisconsin Divorce Certificate Application (Form F-05282) (F-05282)

Official state formForm F-05282Free downloadLast verified November 9, 2026

Form F-05282 is the application to order a certified copy of a Wisconsin divorce certificate. It is filed with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, State Vital Records Office.

Who can use this form

  • A person named on the divorce certificate
  • A parent, child, brother, sister or grandparent of a person named
  • A legal custodian or guardian of a person named
  • A representative authorized by one of them, including an attorney
  • Anyone who shows a personal or property right need

What to send with it

  • The completed and signed application
  • A photocopy of your valid photo ID, or two secondary documents
  • The state fee by check or money order payable to State of Wis. Vital Records
  • A self-addressed, stamped, business-size envelope

Where to send it

Mail to
State Vital Records Office PO Box 309 Madison, WI 53701-0309
State fee
$20 for the first copy, $3 for each additional copy
Typical processing
Up to 2 weeks, plus mailing time
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