C100 Form Download UK | Official PDF & Online Application

C100 Form Download: Where to Get It

The C100 form is the official application form for family court orders about children in England and Wales. You can download it or apply online.

C100 Form PDF Download

To download the C100 form as a PDF:

1. Visit the GOV.UK C100 form page
2. Click "Download" to get the PDF
3. Print and complete by hand (black ink) OR fill digitally
4. Sign and date the declaration
5. Post or deliver to your local family court with the £263 fee

Forms You May Also Need

| Form | Purpose | When Needed | |------|---------|-------------| | C100 | Main application form | Always required | | C1A | Allegations of harm | If safety concerns exist | | FM1 | MIAM certificate | Always (unless exempt) | | C8 | Confidential address | If you need address protection | | EX160 | Help with Fees | If applying for fee remission |

C100 Online Application (Recommended)

Applying online is faster and easier than the paper form. Benefits include:

• Step-by-step guidance through each section
• Save and return - complete over multiple sessions
• Validation - catches errors before submission
• Online payment - pay the £263 fee instantly
• Faster processing - typically quicker than postal applications

How to Apply Online

Before You Download: MIAM Requirement

C100 Form Sections Overview

The C100 form contains these key sections:

• MIAM Information - Your MIAM certificate details or exemption
• Applicant Details - Your name, address, contact information
• Respondent Details - The other parent's information
• Children's Details - Names, dates of birth, living arrangements
• Orders Applied For - What you're asking the court to decide
• Reasons - Why you're making this application
• Safety Concerns - Any risks to children (links to Form C1A)
• Declaration - Your signature confirming the information is true

For detailed help completing each section, see our complete C100 form guide.

C100 Form Cost

The court fee for submitting a C100 is £263.

If you're on a low income or receiving benefits, you may qualify for fee remission (Help with Fees). Use Form EX160 when submitting.

After You Submit Your C100

Once submitted, the court will:

1. Check your application and MIAM certificate
2. Request Cafcass safeguarding checks
3. Send papers to the other parent (respondent)
4. List your first hearing (FHDRA) - usually 4-6 weeks

See our guide: What happens after C100 submission

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I download the C100 form?

Download the official C100 form from GOV.UK. This is the only official source - avoid third-party websites.

Can I fill in the C100 form online?

Yes, you can complete and submit the C100 entirely online through the MyHMCTS portal. This is the recommended method as it's faster and guides you through each section.

Is the C100 form free to download?

Yes, downloading the C100 form is free. However, there is a £263 court fee when you submit your completed application (unless you qualify for fee remission).

What other forms do I need with the C100?

At minimum, you need your MIAM certificate (FM1). You may also need Form C1A (if there are safety concerns) and Form EX160 (if applying for fee remission).

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Official Resources & Further Reading

C100 Form Downloads

• C100 Form (PDF) - Official HMCTS form (April 2024)
• C100 Large Print Version - Accessible format
• C1A Supplemental Form - Allegations of harm
• C8 Confidential Address Form - Address protection

Online Application

• Apply Online via MyHMCTS - Recommended method
• Help with Child Arrangements - Gov.uk tool
• Find Your Local Family Court - Court finder

Fees & Financial Help

• Court Fees Guide (EX50) - Current fee schedule
• Help with Fees (EX160) - Fee remission application
• Check Legal Aid Eligibility - Free legal help

MIAM Requirements

• FMC - Book a MIAM - Find mediators
• MIAM Exemptions List - Valid exemptions
• Family Mediation Voucher Scheme - £500 funding

Guidance Documents

• CB7 - Guide for Separated Parents - Court process explained
• CB1 - Making an Application - Application guidance
• Cafcass - What Happens After C100 - Next steps

Related Guides on This Site

• Complete C100 Form Guide - Detailed walkthrough
• What is a C100 Form - Introduction
• What Happens After C100 - Court process
• MIAM Certificate Guide - Getting your FM1

C100 Form Sections Explained

Section 1: About You (The Applicant)

Your personal details including:

• Full name and date of birth
• Address and contact information
• Relationship to the child
• Solicitor details (if represented)

Section 2: About the Respondent

Details of the other person:

• Their personal information
• Current address
• Relationship to the child

Section 3: About the Children

For each child:

• Full name and date of birth
• Current living arrangements
• School details
• Any special needs

Section 4: What You Are Applying For

• Child Arrangements Order (where child lives, spends time)
• Prohibited Steps Order (preventing specific actions)
• Specific Issue Order (resolving particular disputes)

Section 5: MIAM Information

• Whether you attended a MIAM
• Details of any exemption claimed
• Mediator certification

Section 6: Urgency and Safety

• Whether urgent consideration needed
• Any safety concerns
• Allegations of harm

Completing the C100 Online vs Paper

Online Application

• Faster processing
• Guided completion
• Immediate confirmation
• Secure document upload
• Track progress online

Paper Application

• Download PDF from Gov.uk
• Print and complete by hand
• Post to local family court
• Longer processing time
• Keep copies of everything