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Form 84.35 – Notice Of Application To Vary / Discharge / A Care Order / A Condition / Direction Attaching To A Care Order - Child Care Act, 1991
This form is a formal notice used to request changes to existing care orders made under the Child Care Act, 1991. It should be used when you need to vary, discharge, or add conditions/directions to a current care order.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 84.35 – Notice Of Application To Vary / Discharge / A Care Order / A Condition / Direction Attaching To A Care Order - Child Care Act, 1991
This form is a formal notice used to request changes to existing care orders made under the Child Care Act, 1991. It should be used when you need to vary, discharge, or add conditions/directions to a current care order.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is not providing sufficient evidence to support why the changes are in the child's best interests.
- 2Incomplete information about the current care order
- 3Missing supporting evidence for the requested changes
- 4Incorrect court location for submission
- 5Not notifying all relevant parties
Plain English
This form helps you ask the court to change an existing care order for a child. You might use it if you want to end the order, change its terms, or add new conditions to it. The court will review your request and decide whether to make the changes.
Submission Date
- Filing date: There's no strict deadline for submitting this form, but applications should be made as soon as changes to a care order are needed. Allow at least several weeks before any scheduled court hearing.
- 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 to request changes to an existing care order
- Use when you want to completely end (discharge) a care order
- Use when you need to modify the terms of a current care order
- Use when you want to add conditions or directions to an existing care order
- Do not use this form for initial applications for a care order
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Initial application for a care order
Different process for first-time orders
✓ Check if this is a new application or modification
Urgent application without notice
Requires different procedures for emergency situations
✓ Verify if this is an emergency requiring immediate court action
Application for supervision order
Different legal framework for supervision
✓ Confirm whether you need a care order or supervision order
Application for special care order
Different process for children with special needs
✓ Check if the child has special care requirements
Appeal against care order decision
Different legal process for challenging decisions
✓ Determine if you're appealing or requesting changes
Deadline or filing window
There's no strict deadline for submitting this form, but applications should be made as soon as changes to a care order are needed. Allow at least several weeks before any scheduled court hearing.
Before you submit
- 1Form is fully completed with all sections filled
- 2Current care order details are accurately recorded
- 3Specific changes requested are clearly described
- 4Supporting documents are attached
- 5Correct court address and fees are included
- 6Copies have been made for your records
- 7All relevant parties have been notified
How to file this form
- 1Obtain the correct version of Form 84.35 from the Courts Service
- 2Complete all sections with accurate information about the current care order
- 3Prepare supporting documents that justify your requested changes
- 4Submit the completed form to the appropriate court office
- 5Pay any required fees
- 6Keep copies of everything submitted
- 7Attend any scheduled court hearings
Known limitations
- 1This form cannot be used for initial applications for a care order
- 2The court may not grant all requested changes
- 3The process can be time-consuming and may require multiple court appearances
- 4Legal advice is recommended but not required
- 5The court prioritizes the child's welfare over all other considerations
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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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What changed or needs a fresh check
- Verify you're using the latest version of Form 84.35
- Check that the form references the current Child Care Act, 1991
- Ensure court fees and payment methods are up to date
- Confirm the correct court address for submission
- Check if any additional documentation requirements have been added
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 18/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm number confirmed as 84.35 from Courts Service of Ireland
- SRCPurpose confirmed as applications to vary, discharge, or add conditions to care orders
- SRCBased on Child Care Act, 1991
- SRCIssued by Courts Service of Ireland
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Current processing times
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Specific fee amounts
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Online submission availability
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Recent form updates or changes
Common confusion points
Confusing this form with initial applications for care orders
Not understanding the difference between varying, discharging, and adding conditions
Uncertainty about which court has jurisdiction
Misunderstanding the legal standard of 'child's best interests'
Not knowing who needs to be notified of the application
Confusion about required supporting evidence
Uncertainty about the timeline for court decisions
Not understanding the role of the Child and Family Agency in the process
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