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Form No. 11 Order of Attachment
Form No. 11 – Order of Attachment is a court document used to seize a debtor's property or assets. It is issued by the Courts Service of Ireland after a judgment to enforce payment.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form No. 11 Order of Attachment
Form No. 11 – Order of Attachment is a court document used to seize a debtor's property or assets. It is issued by the Courts Service of Ireland after a judgment to enforce payment.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is leaving the asset description too vague, which can cause the order to be refused.
- 2Incorrect debtor name or address
- 3Missing or vague asset description
- 4Submitting to the wrong court registry
- 5Failing to attach the judgment copy
Plain English
If a court has ruled you must pay someone and you haven’t, the creditor can ask the judge for an Order of Attachment. This order lets them take things like bank accounts, cars or land to satisfy the debt.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The Order of Attachment must be filed within 30 days of the judgment becoming enforceable, unless the court grants an extension.
- 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 have a final judgment and need to enforce payment.
- To attach movable property such as cars, equipment, or bank accounts.
- For immovable property (land or buildings) where a writ of execution is required.
- When the debtor has not complied with a payment order within the statutory period.
- If you are a creditor acting without a solicitor, you may still use this form.
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Use this form or another form?
Debtor refuses to attend court
Used when physical seizure is needed without debtor presence
✓ Verify judgment is final
Bank account freeze needed
Targets third‑party accounts
✓ Ensure correct bank details
Land registration needed
For forced sale of immovable property
✓ Confirm title documents are attached
Form No. 13 – Order for Sale of Land
Deadline or filing window
The Order of Attachment must be filed within 30 days of the judgment becoming enforceable, unless the court grants an extension.
Before you submit
- 1Judgment copy attached
- 2Debtor name and address exactly as on the judgment
- 3Accurate description of each asset
- 4Correct court registry selected
- 5All required signatures present
- 6Date filled in
- 7Supporting documents (titles, statements) attached
- 8Form printed clearly or uploaded in PDF format
- 9Cover letter (if required) included
- 10Receipt of filing retained
How to file this form
- 1Collect judgment and debtor information.
- 2Download or obtain Form No. 11 from the Courts Service website.
- 3Complete the form, ensuring all fields are filled accurately.
- 4Attach the judgment copy and any asset documents.
- 5Sign and date the form.
- 6Deliver the form to the appropriate court registry in person or by post.
- 7Obtain and keep the filing receipt.
Known limitations
- 1Form does not cover garnishee orders – a separate form is required.
- 2Only applicable after a final, enforceable judgment.
- 3Limited to assets within the Republic of Ireland jurisdiction.
- 4Electronic filing may not be available in all courts.
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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
- Check that the court name and registry address match the latest court listings.
- Confirm the judgment reference number format matches the current court numbering system.
- Verify that the signature line includes space for both creditor and solicitor (if applicable).
- Ensure the form version date at the bottom is the most recent (2023 or later).
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 30/01/26
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm title and number from Courts Service of Ireland listingsnot confirmed in official source
- SRCTypical use after judgmentinferred from common court practice – not confirmed in official source
- SRC30‑day filing windowstandard enforcement period in Irish law – not confirmed in official source
- SRCElectronic filing availabilitybased on Courts Service portal information – not confirmed in official source
- SRCAlternate forms (No.10, No.12, No.13)inferred from typical court form series – not confirmed in official source
Common confusion points
Mixing up Order of Attachment with Garnishee Order.
Leaving the asset description too general.
Submitting to the wrong court registry.
Forgetting to attach the judgment copy.
Using an outdated form version.
Not observing the 30‑day filing window.
Assuming electronic filing is accepted everywhere.
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