Australian Family Court Forms
Complete library of forms for the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia. Divorce, parenting orders, property settlement, and more.
Application for Divorce
Most UsedThe main form to apply for divorce. Requires 12 months separation.
Requirements:
- Married for at least 2 years (or court permission)
- 12 months separation
- Marriage certificate
- Arrangements for children under 18
Response to Divorce Application
File if you are the respondent and want to respond to divorce proceedings.
Requirements:
- Response within 28 days (or 42 days if overseas)
- Only needed if you oppose the divorce
Affidavit of Service (Divorce)
Proof that you have served the divorce application on your spouse.
Requirements:
- Must be filed before the hearing
- Required if sole applicant
Initiating Application - Parenting Orders
Most UsedStart proceedings for parenting orders (who child lives with, time spent with each parent).
Requirements:
- Section 60I FDR certificate (usually required)
- Genuine steps certificate
- Affidavit in support
Response - Parenting Orders
Respond to parenting order proceedings started by the other party.
Requirements:
- File within 28 days of service
- Affidavit in response
Affidavit - Parenting Matters
Your written statement setting out facts relevant to parenting orders.
Requirements:
- Must be sworn or affirmed
- Attach relevant documents as annexures
Notice of Child Abuse, Family Violence or Risk
Most UsedMandatory form when there are family violence or child safety concerns.
Requirements:
- Required in ALL parenting matters
- Must be filed with initiating application or response
Initiating Application - Property & Spousal Maintenance
Most UsedStart proceedings for property settlement and/or spousal maintenance orders.
Requirements:
- Genuine steps certificate
- Financial statement
- Section 60I certificate if children involved
Financial Statement
Most UsedDetailed disclosure of your financial position including assets, liabilities, income.
Requirements:
- Required in all property matters
- Must include all assets and liabilities
- Superannuation values required
Superannuation Information Form
Request information from your superannuation fund for property proceedings.
Requirements:
- Send to your super fund
- Fund must respond within 28 days
Application for Consent Orders
Most UsedJoint application when both parties agree on property and/or parenting arrangements.
Requirements:
- Both parties must sign
- Draft consent orders attached
- Financial disclosure for property matters
Draft Consent Orders
The actual orders you want the court to make (attached to application).
Requirements:
- Clear and specific terms
- Properly formatted for court
Application for Contravention
Apply when the other party has breached (not followed) court orders.
Requirements:
- Evidence of breach
- Existing court orders
- Affidavit in support
Application for Enforcement Warrant
Seek enforcement of property orders including seizure and sale.
Requirements:
- Existing property orders
- Evidence of non-compliance
Interlocutory Application
Apply for urgent or interim orders during existing proceedings.
Requirements:
- Existing proceedings
- Affidavit in support
- Genuine steps statement
Application for Location Order
Request the court to help locate a child who has been taken or hidden.
Requirements:
- Urgent circumstances
- Affidavit explaining situation
Application for Recovery Order
Request the return of a child who has been wrongfully taken or retained.
Requirements:
- Evidence child has been taken/retained
- Urgent circumstances
Reduced Filing Fees
You may be eligible for reduced filing fees if you hold a Commonwealth concession card (Health Care Card, Pensioner Concession Card) or are experiencing financial hardship. The reduced fee for most applications is approximately 1/3 of the standard fee.
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