You just do a Request for Order (FL300) and request a change of venue. Attach a declaration with the facts of the move and your ex being out of the State.Looking to transfer a family law case to another county? Learn how to file a motion for change of venue and move your case to another California court. In California, requesting a change of venue in a divorce case involves filing a Motion for Change of Venue with the court where your case is currently filed. This module covers motions to transfer based on improper venue, rather than convenience of the parties or witnesses. There is no filing fee for this petition. 7. A change of venue request is evaluated according to five considerations, none of which is most important and not all are required to be applicable. In the event a party wants to ask for a change of venue, they must file a motion with the court. The county where the case is transferred to may also ask for a filing fee; this is up to each individual county.