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In order to begin divorce proceedings, you will need to show that your marriage has irretrievably broken down. This means that you must prove one of the following:

grounds for divorce

• the adultery of your spouse
• the unreasonable behaviour of your spouse
• separation for at least two years (the consent of your spouse is required)
• separation for at least five years (no consent needed)
• desertion

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