41B.19 Certificate - Protection Of Children (Hague Convention) Act 2000

What this form is for

• • Use this form when you need official documentation regarding a child's protection case involving another country.
• • It is required for proceedings referencing the Hague Convention on Protection of Children (2000 Act).
• • Select this if your matter involves cross-border issues concerning a minor's care or welfare.
• • Use it when applying to an Irish court regarding international child protection agreements.

Use this form or another form?

Deadline or filing window

There is no universal deadline, but submission must happen promptly when required by the presiding Irish court judge or solicitor.

Before you submit

• • Ensure all sections of Form 41B.19 are fully completed, not left blank.
• • Verify that the case details (names, dates) match court records exactly.
• • Confirm the correct jurisdiction/court name is entered for the Irish application.
• • Attach supporting documents proving the international link (e.g., foreign court orders).
• • Sign and date the form where indicated by the Courts Service of Ireland.
• • Ensure any necessary stamps or seals are affixed if submitting physically.

How to file this form

1. 1Complete all fields on Form 41B.19 clearly using black ink.
2. 2Gather all relevant evidence linking the case to the Hague Convention.
3. 3Sign and date the certificate according to instructions.
4. 4Submit the completed form to the designated Irish court office or via the Courts Service portal.
5. 5Keep a copy of the fully submitted, stamped form for your own records.

Known limitations

• • This form itself does not guarantee the outcome of the case; it only serves as the official certificate.
• • The specific court handling the application is not confirmed in this document alone.
• • It may require supplementary documentation beyond what is listed on the form.
• • Not confirmed in official source: The exact required submission method (online vs. physical) varies by county/court.