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Form 58.49 Statement Of Arrangements For Child - Guardianship Of Infants Act 1964
This form is the Statement Of Arrangements For Child under the Guardianship Of Infants Act 1964. You use it to officially declare how a child will be looked after. It relates directly to guardianship arrangements in Ireland.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 58.49 Statement Of Arrangements For Child - Guardianship Of Infants Act 1964
This form is the Statement Of Arrangements For Child under the Guardianship Of Infants Act 1964. You use it to officially declare how a child will be looked after. It relates directly to guardianship arrangements in Ireland.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Double-check that you have listed ALL relevant guardians on Form 58.49.
- 2Forgetting to include the child's full details.
- 3Incorrectly stating the type of guardianship (e.g., sole vs shared).
- 4Not having all necessary signatures present on the form.
- 5Failing to update the document after a minor change in arrangement.
Plain English
This document tells the Courts Service of Ireland where and with whom your child will live. It spells out who has responsibility for the child's care. If there is any uncertainty about custody, this form clarifies things.
Submission Date
- Filing date: There is no single universal deadline, but submit this as soon as a significant arrangement change occurs or when specifically directed by the court.
- 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 when you need to officially state how a child will be looked after in Ireland.
- It documents specific arrangements related to guardianship, not just custody or visitation.
- File this if there is a dispute or agreement regarding who cares for the child.
- This relates directly to the provisions of the Guardianship Of Infants Act 1964.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Custody/Access Agreement
Use this if you are detailing daily access rights alongside guardianship.
✓ Check the specific court requirements first.
Not confirmed in official source (but likely related)
Application for Guardianship Order
If you are asking the Court to *make* an order based on these arrangements.
✓ Ensure your statement aligns with the requested relief.
Form 58.49 itself, or a linked application form
Consent to Arrangements
Use this if parents agree and just need a formal declaration for the court record.
✓ Confirm if a separate consent document is required.
Deadline or filing window
There is no single universal deadline, but submit this as soon as a significant arrangement change occurs or when specifically directed by the court.
Before you submit
- 1Ensure all required sections are completed, even if the answer is 'None'.
- 2Fill in the full names and addresses of both parents/guardians accurately.
- 3Sign the form where indicated; a digital signature might be acceptable depending on the portal.
- 4Date the statement clearly. Do not leave this blank.
- 5Verify that the child's details (name, date of birth) are correct.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all sections of Form 58.49 thoroughly.
- 2Sign and date the form according to instructions.
- 3Submit the completed form to the relevant Irish Court Office or via the online portal.
- 4Keep a copy for your own records immediately after submission.
- 5If submitting electronically, ensure you receive a confirmation receipt.
Known limitations
- 1This form only states arrangements; it does not automatically grant rights. A court order is usually needed to enforce it.
- 2It relates specifically to Guardianship under the 1964 Act; other acts might govern specific situations (e.g., adoption).
- 3The Courts Service may require supporting evidence alongside this statement.
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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.
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Fillable formOpen in Editor->This is the official Statement Of Arrangements For Child under the Guardianship Of Infants Act 1964. It remains a standard document used within Irish family law proceedings.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check the date stamp at the top of Form 58.49.
- Verify that the specific section headings match the current template.
- Confirm the reference to the Guardianship Of Infants Act 1964 is present and correct.
- Review any changes regarding electronic submission requirements from the Courts Service.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 23/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm Name: Statement Of Arrangements For Child - Guardianship Of Infants Act 1964
- SRCIssuing Agency: Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS)
- SRCRelevant Legislation: Guardianship Of Infants Act 1964
- SRCPurpose: To formally declare how a child will be looked after in Irish family law.
Common confusion points
Confusing 'Guardianship' with simple 'Custody'; Guardianship is about legal responsibility, Custody is often about physical care.
Not knowing whether to use this form when a full court application is already underway.
Assuming that filling out the form means the arrangement is automatically binding without a judge signing off.
Incorrectly dating the document, which can delay processing.
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