Official form guide
Form F24: Application for right of entry permit
This form is used by employers, employees, or employee organisations covered by an enterprise agreement to apply for approval of terminating that agreement under the Fair Work Act 2009 (section 222). Use it when termination has been agreed upon and you need Commission approval.
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Form Overview
Fair Work Commission Form F24 - Application for right of entry permit
This form is used by employers, employees, or employee organisations covered by an enterprise agreement to apply for approval of terminating that agreement under the Fair Work Act 2009 (section 222). Use it when termination has been agreed upon and you need Commission approval.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Forgetting to attach Form F24A or serve copies to all parties on time is a common mistake that can delay approval.
- 2Missing Form F24A declaration
- 3Not serving copies of application and F24A to all employers/employee organisations
- 4Failing to meet the 14-day submission deadline
- 5Providing incorrect applicant details (e.g., legal name or ACN)
Plain English
If your workplace agreement is ending and you need permission from the Fair Work Commission, this form helps you submit the request. It's like asking for official approval to end a collective bargaining deal between workers and employers.
Submission Date
- Filing date: Submit this form within 14 days after you've agreed to terminate the enterprise 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
- Use this form if you're an employer, employee, or employee organisation covered by an enterprise agreement and want to apply for approval of terminating that agreement (after it's been agreed under section 221 of the Fair Work Act).
- Don't use this form if your termination is under section 225—use Form F24B instead.
- You must lodge within 14 days after the termination is agreed.
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Use this form or another form?
Situations where you need to terminate under section 225 of the Fair Work Act
Using the wrong form could delay approval or require resubmission
✓ Confirm which section your termination falls under
Forgetting to lodge Form F24A (Declaration in support) within 14 days after agreement
The Commission requires both documents; incomplete lodgement may cause delays
✓ Verify you have prepared and will lodge Form F24A within the required timeframe
Considering legal representation (lawyer/paid agent) for your application
Representation rules require notice to the Commission; failure to follow may affect participation in conferences/hearings
✓ If using a lawyer or paid agent, confirm you've lodged Form F53 (if needed) and sought permission for conference involvement
No alternate form, but check rules
Deadline or filing window
You must lodge this form within 14 days after the agreement termination has been agreed upon.
Before you submit
- 1Confirm termination was agreed under section 221 FW Act before lodging.
- 2Have Form F24A ready to lodge with this form (within 14 days).
- 3Serve copies on each employer/employee org covered by the agreement as soon as practicable after lodging.
- 4Provide complete details for all employers if multiple are covered.
- 5Verify "Authority to sign" matches your role (e.g., Applicant, employee of Applicant).
How to file this form
- 1Gather this form and Form F24A (Declaration in support).
- 2Lodge via email to [email protected] or post/in person at the Commission's state/territory office.
- 3Serve a copy on each employer/employee organisation covered by the agreement (email, express post, registered mail).
- 4Keep a copy for your records.
Known limitations
- 1If your termination is under section 225, use Form F24B—this form won't work.
- 2Commission staff can’t give legal advice—don’t rely on them for legal interpretation.
- 3Representation by lawyers/paid agents has restrictions (need to lodge Form F53 notice unless exceptions apply).
- 4Must serve documents within a reasonable time after lodging.
Field map
Compact field-by-field guide
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 form is a Fair Work Commission-approved document effective from 17 September 2025.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- The form is approved from 17 September 2025—ensure you're using this updated version.
- You must lodge both Form F24 (this application) and Form F24A within 14 days after termination agreement.
- Serve copies of your application to all employers/employee organisations covered by the agreement.
Quick Facts
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Sources
- SRCForm number is F24, issued by Fair Work Commission—confirmed in source.
- SRCValidity date: Approved from 17 September 2025—source p.1/p.3.
- SRCRequired documents include Form F24A when lodging—p.1.
- SRCLodging deadline: Within 14 days after termination agreed—p.1.
- SRCServing method includes email/express post—p.2.
Common confusion points
Mixing up section 222 vs 225—using Form F24 instead of F24B.
Forgetting to attach Form F24A when lodging.
Incorrectly filling "Authority to sign"—not matching your role (e.g., putting "Applicant" if you're an employee).
Assuming Commission staff can give legal advice and seeking legal interpretation from them.
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