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Form 84.51 – Order To Vary / Discharge An Order Authorising Refusal To Allow Access To A Child
Form 84.51 is a legal document used to request changes to or cancellation of an existing order that authorizes refusal of access to a child in Ireland. This form is typically used when circumstances have changed and the current access restrictions need to be modified or removed.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 84.51 – Order To Vary / Discharge An Order Authorising Refusal To Allow Access To A Child
Form 84.51 is a legal document used to request changes to or cancellation of an existing order that authorizes refusal of access to a child in Ireland. This form is typically used when circumstances have changed and the current access restrictions need to be modified or removed.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is not providing clear evidence demonstrating why the current access restrictions should be changed.
- 2Failing to properly document changes in circumstances
- 3Not providing sufficient evidence to support your request
- 4Missing required court fees
- 5Incorrectly identifying the existing order
Plain English
This form helps you legally change or cancel an order that's preventing someone from seeing a child. If a court previously decided that a child shouldn't have contact with someone, this form lets you ask that court to reconsider or remove that decision.
Submission Date
- Filing date: There is no strict deadline for filing this form, but delays may affect the court's ability to act promptly. In urgent cases, consider requesting an expedited hearing when submitting the form.
- 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 want to change the terms of an existing access refusal order
- Use this form when you want to completely cancel an access refusal order
- Use this form when circumstances have changed since the original order was made
- Use this form when the reasons for refusing access no longer apply
- Do not use this form for initial access refusal requests - a different form would be needed
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Use this form or another form?
Requesting initial access refusal
Different procedures apply for first-time requests
✓ Check if you need the initial refusal form instead
Seeking supervised access arrangements
Supervised access requires specific considerations
✓ Consider if supervision is appropriate for your situation
Urgent access matters
Urgent cases have different processing times
✓ Check if your situation qualifies for expedited processing
International access disputes
Cross-border cases involve additional legal considerations
✓ Verify if international conventions apply to your case
Changing maintenance payments
Financial support is separate from access arrangements
✓ Ensure you're addressing the correct legal issue
Deadline or filing window
There is no strict deadline for filing this form, but delays may affect the court's ability to act promptly. In urgent cases, consider requesting an expedited hearing when submitting the form.
Before you submit
- 1Complete all sections of the form
- 2Include the correct court case number if applicable
- 3Attach all relevant supporting documents
- 4Verify personal details and contact information
- 5Calculate and include correct court fees
- 6Prepare copies for all parties involved
- 7Check form for completeness and accuracy
- 8Confirm filing location and procedures
How to file this form
- 1Obtain the official Form 84.51 from the Courts Service website or courthouse
- 2Complete all sections with accurate information about the existing order
- 3Gather supporting evidence demonstrating why the order should be varied or discharged
- 4File the completed form with the appropriate family court office
- 5Pay any required court fees
- 6Serve copies on all other parties to the original access order
- 7Attend any scheduled court hearings
Known limitations
- 1This form cannot be used to make initial access refusal requests
- 2The court may not grant all requested changes without proper evidence
- 3Complex cases may require additional legal representation
- 4The court prioritizes the child's best interests above all other considerations
- 5Processing times can vary significantly depending on court workload
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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.
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Fillable formOpen in Editor->Form 84.51 is currently in use as part of Ireland's family law procedures. Recent changes to family law may affect how this form is processed, but the form itself has not been significantly revised in the past 12 months.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check if recent family law legislation affects your case
- Verify current court fees for this form type
- Confirm required supporting documentation hasn't changed
- Ensure proper court location for filing
- Check if electronic filing is available for this form
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 18/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm number: 84.51Order To Vary / Discharge An Order Authorising Refusal To Allow Access To A Child
- SRCIssuing agency: Courts Service of Ireland
- SRCForm purpose: To modify or cancel existing access refusal orders
- SRCTypical filers: Parents or guardians with legal representation
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Current court fees
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Electronic filing availability
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Recent form revisions
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Processing times
Common confusion points
Confusing this form with the initial access refusal form
Not understanding the difference between varying and discharging an order
Uncertainty about what constitutes sufficient changes in circumstances
Difficulty identifying the correct court location for filing
Confusion about required supporting documentation
Not understanding the court's role in prioritizing the child's best interests
Uncertainty about proper service of documents on other parties
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