Official form guide
Form F14: Application for a minimum wages order
This form is an Application for a minimum wages order, issued by the Fair Work Commission (FWC). You use it when you need the FWC to set or change the required minimum pay rate for certain employees or industries.
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Form Overview
Fair Work Commission Form F14 - Application for a minimum wages order
This form is an Application for a minimum wages order, issued by the Fair Work Commission (FWC). You use it when you need the FWC to set or change the required minimum pay rate for certain employees or industries.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Don't forget to attach documentation proving your current pay rates!
- 2Failing to specify the exact job classification code.
- 3Not attaching supporting evidence (e.g., pay slips or industry surveys).
- 4Entering an incorrect date of employment start.
- 5Applying for a wage rate that contradicts existing awards.
Plain English
Simply put, this lets you ask the Fair Work Commission to officially decide what the lowest legal wage should be. If your current pay rates are unclear or too low, this is how you get an official order made.
Submission Date
- Filing date: Submit it when your existing pay rates need official validation or adjustment by the Commission. There isn't a fixed deadline unless dictated by a specific agreement.
- Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
- Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.
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What this form is for
- You need the FWC to set a brand-new minimum wage rate for your employees or industry.
- An existing minimum wage rate needs updating because current conditions have changed (e.g., cost of living rise).
- You are applying for an order that goes beyond standard award entitlements.
- The request is specific enough to require a formal application rather than just a general inquiry.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Want to challenge an existing minimum wage rate?
Use this if you are changing something already set.
✓ Check the title carefully.
Application for variation of minimum wages order (Likely F14 variant)
Just want to know what the current minimum wage is?
You don't need to apply; you just need information.
✓ Don't use this form if you aren't asking for a change.
Need an order for specific penalty rates only?
This is narrower than a full wages order.
✓ Verify the scope of your request.
Application for special award conditions (May be separate)
Deadline or filing window
While there isn't a universal deadline, aim to submit well in advance of when you need the new wage order to take effect. Check the specific FWC requirements for urgency.
Before you submit
- 1Ensure all mandatory fields (marked with an asterisk) are completed.
- 2Attach evidence supporting your requested rate (e.g., market data, inflation reports).
- 3Clearly state *who* the order applies to (specific employees or industry group).
- 4Specify whether you are seeking a new rate or a variation/increase to an existing one.
- 5Review the contact details provided for easy follow-up by the FWC.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all sections of Form F14 thoroughly using clear, plain language.
- 2Gather all supporting evidence and attach it digitally or physically.
- 3Determine if you need to lodge via the Fair Work Commission online portal or mail it in.
- 4If lodging online, ensure you are logged into your relevant account (e.g., myGov linked).
- 5Submit the form and keep a record of the submission reference number.
Known limitations
- 1Submitting this form does not guarantee the FWC will grant the requested order.
- 2The timeline for decision-making is not confirmed in official source (it varies).
- 3This application only seeks an *order*; it doesn't automatically change your employment contract until the order is active.
- 4Not confirmed in official source: There may be specific digital submission requirements depending on your region.
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Applicant
1 items
Full name (and representative, if any), postal address, email, and phone number of the person or organisation lodging the application.
Respondent
1 items
The exact legal name and ABN of the employer or other party the application is made against.
The Matter
2 items
Identify the kind of matter — for example, unfair dismissal, general protections, or an agreement application.
A clear description of what happened, relevant dates, and the outcome you are seeking.
Dates
1 items
Relevant dates such as the date of dismissal or the date the issue arose — these determine whether you are within time.
Supporting
1 items
Any documents that support your application, such as letters, contracts, or notices.
Declaration
1 items
Sign and date the form. Applications may also require a fee or an application for a fee waiver.
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Fillable formOpen in Editor->This is the current Application for a minimum wages order (F14). It remains the primary document to use when seeking a new or revised minimum pay rate from the Fair Work Commission.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check if there are new required supporting documents listed.
- Verify the current FWC contact details provided on the form.
- Look for changes in how specific industries or awards need to be referenced.
- Confirm if any sections have been renumbered since the last version.
Quick Facts
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Sources
- SRCAgency issuing the form: Fair Work Commission (FAIR_WORK)
- SRCForm Number: F14
- SRCPurpose confirmed: Application for a minimum wages order.
- SRCContext established: Used to set or change required pay rates in Australia.
Common confusion points
Confusing 'Variation' vs. 'New Order': A variation changes something that exists; a new order sets it from scratch.
Not knowing if you need to apply via F14 or through an Award application: Check the specific award documentation first.
Assuming the rate applies universally: Always specify geographical areas or industry groups clearly on the form.
Thinking submission is enough: The FWC needs supporting evidence; just filling out the boxes isn't enough.
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