A fee waiver excuses a qualifying party from paying certain court fees in an Arizona family law case based on demonstrated financial need. The party applies to the court and if approved does not owe the covered fees.

Fee waivers are available for filing fees and certain other court costs. They are not available for attorney fees, process server costs, or other litigation expenses. The court sets the eligibility criteria and the application process.

A fee waiver granted at the beginning of a case may need to be renewed if the case continues for an extended period. Eligibility is based on current financial circumstances which can change.