A financial consent order is a legally binding document approved by the court which records how finances will be divided after divorce. Once approved by a judge, the agreement becomes legally binding.

Many couples reach an agreement about how finances will be divided. A consent order allows that agreement to be formally recorded and approved by the court so it becomes legally binding.

Yes, it is still possible to apply for a consent order after the divorce has been finalised if financial matters have not been formally settled.

A consent order can record how assets such as property, savings, pensions, investments and other finances will be divided between former spouses.

Timescales can vary depending on the circumstances, but once the application is submitted it is normally reviewed by the court before being approved by a judge.

A consent order usually records an agreement that both parties have reached about their finances. The court then reviews the agreement and decides whether to approve it.

The consent order check above asks a few questions about your situation and provides guidance on whether a consent order may be relevant and what the next steps might be.