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Form 52B - Debt Relief Notice
Form 52B – Debt Relief Notice is an official paper from the Courts Service of Ireland. It is used to give formal notice of a debt relief application or decision. The form is part of the court‑run debt relief process.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form 52B - Debt Relief Notice
Form 52B – Debt Relief Notice is an official paper from the Courts Service of Ireland. It is used to give formal notice of a debt relief application or decision. The form is part of the court‑run debt relief process.
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- 2Incomplete or missing information
- 3Incorrect court or case reference
- 4Late submission
- 5Failure to attach required supporting documents
Plain English
If you are applying for debt relief or have been told a relief order is in place, you will need to fill out this notice. It tells the court and any interested parties what relief is being sought. Think of it as the paperwork that officially starts the relief steps.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The court will set a specific deadline for filing the notice; missing that date can halt the relief process. Check the order or contact the court for the exact timing.
- 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
- When you need to give formal notice that a debt relief application has been made to the court.
- When the court has decided to grant a debt relief order and you must inform the debtor and creditors.
- When you are responding to a court direction to provide a notice of debt relief status.
- When a creditor requests proof that a debt relief process is underway.
- When updating the court record after a change in the debtor's circumstances that affects the debt relief notice.
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Applying for debt relief
Starts the formal process
✓ Verify eligibility and complete the application first
Form 52A – Debt Relief Application (Not confirmed in official source)
Requesting a variation of an existing debt relief order
Alters terms of the order
✓ Confirm the court has approved the variation
Form 52C – Variation Notice (Not confirmed in official source)
Appealing a decision on debt relief
Initiates the appeal route
✓ Check appeal deadlines and grounds
Form 52D – Appeal Notice (Not confirmed in official source)
Deadline or filing window
The court will set a specific deadline for filing the notice; missing that date can halt the relief process. Check the order or contact the court for the exact timing.
Before you submit
- 1All required fields (name, address, case number) are filled in.
- 2Signature of the applicant or authorized representative is present.
- 3Date of completion is entered.
- 4Correct court registry is identified.
- 5Any supporting documents (e.g., financial statements) are attached.
- 6A copy of the completed form is kept for your records.
- 7The correct filing fee (if any) is prepared.
- 8The form is printed clearly or submitted electronically as allowed.
How to file this form
- 1Obtain the latest Form 52B from the Courts Service website or registry.
- 2Complete the form in black ink or via the approved electronic portal.
- 3Attach any required supporting documentation.
- 4Sign and date the form where required.
- 5Deliver the form to the appropriate court registry in person or by post, or upload it if electronic filing is available.
- 6Obtain a receipt or acknowledgment of filing.
- 7Store the receipt and a copy of the submitted form.
Known limitations
- 1Only applicable within the court‑run debt relief process; not for private debt settlements.
- 2Must be filed within any time limits set by the court order.
- 3Incorrect court details can cause delays or rejection.
- 4The form does not replace the need for a formal debt relief application (Form 52A).
- 5Only one notice per case is generally accepted unless a variation is required.
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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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- Confirm the form version matches the latest court template.
- Check that the court address and contact details are current.
- Verify any fee amounts listed are up‑to‑date.
- Look for new required supporting documents or statements.
- Ensure any referenced legislation or regulations are the latest versions.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 18/12/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm title: Form 52BDebt Relief Notice (verified).
- SRCIssuing agency: Courts Service of Ireland (verified).
- SRCForm number: 52B (verified).
- SRCPurpose of the form: give formal notice of a debt relief application or decision (inferred from context).
- SRCRequired fields such as name, address, case number (Not confirmed in official source).
- SRCSignature and date requirements (Not confirmed in official source).
- SRCFiling fee amount (Not confirmed in official source).
- SRCExact list of supporting documents (Not confirmed in official source).
Common confusion points
Mixing up Form 52B (notice) with Form 52A (application).
Leaving the date or signature fields blank.
Submitting the form to the wrong court registry.
Failing to attach required financial statements or supporting docs.
Using an outdated version of the form with old fee amounts.
Not keeping a copy of the filed notice for future reference.
Assuming the notice alone resolves the debt without further court steps.
Overlooking the deadline for filing the notice after a court decision.
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