Official form guide
Form 47.01 Certificate Of No Appearance / Defence
This form is the Certificate Of No Appearance / Defence (Form 47.01) issued by the Courts Service of Ireland. It formally notifies the court about a party's status in a legal case.
Need help with Form 47.01 Certificate Of No Appearance / Defence?
Open it in the AI Editor for field guidance, checks, and PDF export.
Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 47.01 Certificate Of No Appearance / Defence
This form is the Certificate Of No Appearance / Defence (Form 47.01) issued by the Courts Service of Ireland. It formally notifies the court about a party's status in a legal case.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Do not forget to include the correct Court File Number!
- 2Failing to tick 'Appearance' or 'Defence' correctly.
- 3Omitting the unique Case Number provided by the Courts Service.
- 4Submitting the form too late, missing a critical deadline.
- 5Not signing and dating the certificate.
Plain English
Simply put, this document tells the judge whether you have shown up or if you have officially responded to the claim against you. You use it when someone serves you with court documents and you need to confirm your position.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The timing depends on the specific court rules, but generally, this should be filed promptly after receiving the initial court documents served upon you.
- Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
- Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.
AI co-pilot
Fill it faster. Catch mistakes before you file.
What this form is for
- Use this when you need to tell the court that someone has not appeared in a case.
- Use this if you are officially stating that you have already defended the claim.
- It is used to confirm a specific status, either 'No Appearance' or 'Defence', for the court record.
- Check the context of your case to ensure you select the correct declaration on Form 47.01.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Claimant needs proof of defence
This proves the defendant has formally answered the claim
✓ Check if a specific Defence form was already lodged
Perhaps another notification form
Defendant hasn't shown up yet
It tells the court they are absent, allowing next steps to proceed
✓ Ensure you specify 'No Appearance'
Use this Certificate Of No Appearance (47.01)
Need to confirm both?
This covers both absence and defence status in one document
✓ Verify which box is ticked first
You might need 47.01 with dual declaration
Deadline or filing window
The timing depends on the specific court rules, but generally, this should be filed promptly after receiving the initial court documents served upon you.
Before you submit
- 1Fill in all fields clearly, avoiding abbreviations where possible.
- 2Sign and date the document exactly as required on the form.
- 3Check that the case number matches the court file precisely.
- 4Confirm whether you need to submit it physically or digitally (e.g., via a designated portal).
- 5Ensure the name of the party making the declaration is correct.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all sections of Form 47.01 thoroughly.
- 2Sign and date the form as the declaring party or their representative.
- 3Submit the completed form to the relevant Court Office (or online portal).
- 4Keep a copy of the signed, filed document for your own records.
- 5If submitting digitally, ensure you receive a confirmation receipt.
Known limitations
- 1This form only certifies status; it does not resolve the underlying dispute.
- 2The specific court rules might require this to be accompanied by other paperwork (e.g., a notice).
- 3It is not a guarantee that the judge will accept the declaration immediately.
- 4Its validity depends on proper execution—signature and date are crucial.
Field map
Compact field-by-field guide
Proceedings
3 items
The names of the parties exactly as they appear on the originating document.
The court record number for the case, if one has been assigned.
The court and the office where the document is being filed.
Substance
2 items
What you are asking the court to do, or the information the form requires.
The facts relied on and any documents exhibited with the filing.
Execution
1 items
Signed, sworn or certified as the form requires, with proof of service where needed.
Almost done reviewing the fields?
Fillable formOpen in Editor->This is the standard Certificate Of No Appearance / Defence (Form 47.01) from the Courts Service of Ireland. It serves as formal notification to the court regarding a party's status in a legal matter.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check if the specific case type (e.g., civil, small claims) requires a variation of 47.01.
- Confirm the current date format required by the local court office.
- Verify if any new reference numbers have been added to the form header since your last viewing.
- Ensure the Courts Service logo/branding is current.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 23/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssuing Agency: Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS)
- SRCForm Number: 47.01
- SRCForm Name: Certificate Of No Appearance / Defence
- SRCContext: Formal notification regarding a party's status in an Irish legal proceeding.
Common confusion points
Confusing 'Appearance' vs. 'Defence': Appearance is just showing up; Defence is formally answering the claim.
Thinking you need two forms: Sometimes 47.01 covers both simultaneously if applicable.
Not knowing *who* needs to sign it: Usually, the party themselves or their solicitor/representative signs.
Mistaking which court office handles your specific case file.
Source transparency
Copyright & Licensing — Irish Government Forms
BrieflyGo links to and explains official public form sources. We are not a government agency, and this page is for general form guidance, not legal advice.
Understand the agreement before you sign it.
Review risky clauses in plain English, fix the document, and keep it moving toward signature.