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Form No.3 Notice of Intention to Appear
Form No.3 Notice of Intention to Appear is a Courts Service of Ireland document used to tell the court you plan to attend a hearing or trial. It is filed before the scheduled date to confirm your presence.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form No.3 Notice of Intention to Appear
Form No.3 Notice of Intention to Appear is a Courts Service of Ireland document used to tell the court you plan to attend a hearing or trial. It is filed before the scheduled date to confirm your presence.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is filing the notice after the deadline set in the summons.
- 2Missing the filing deadline
- 3Leaving required fields blank
- 4Signing with the wrong date
- 5Sending to the wrong court registry
Plain English
If you have been summoned to court, you must let the court know you will be there. This form is the official way to do that, and it helps the judge manage the case schedule.
Submission Date
- Filing date: File the Notice of Intention to Appear at least 7 days before the hearing, unless the summons specifies a different period.
- 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 scheduled hearing and must confirm attendance.
- If you need to appear by video link instead of in person.
- When the court has specifically requested a Notice of Intention to Appear.
- To avoid a bench warrant for non‑appearance.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Change of address
Updates contact details for service
✓ Verify the case number first
Form No.4 – Change of Address Notification
Request for adjournment
Seeks a new hearing date
✓ Must be filed before the original date
Form No.5 – Application for Adjournment
Witness attendance
Confirms a witness will attend
✓ Use only if you are not a party
Form No.6 – Witness Attendance Form
Deadline or filing window
File the Notice of Intention to Appear at least 7 days before the hearing, unless the summons specifies a different period.
Before you submit
- 1All personal details match those on the summons.
- 2Case number is entered correctly.
- 3Signature and date are present.
- 4Supporting documents attached (if required).
- 5Form is printed on white A4 paper, legible ink.
- 6Copy retained for personal records.
- 7Delivery method (in person, post, online) matches court instructions.
- 8Postage paid and addressed correctly if mailing.
- 9Confirmation receipt obtained (email or stamped copy).
How to file this form
- 1Download or collect Form No.3.
- 2Complete all fields in black ink.
- 3Sign and date the declaration.
- 4Attach any required supporting documents.
- 5Deliver the form to the correct court registry before the deadline.
- 6Obtain a receipt or acknowledgment of filing.
- 7Keep a copy for your records.
Known limitations
- 1Form only accepts paper or approved online submission – no email attachments.
- 2Cannot be used to request a hearing date change.
- 3Only applicable to the specific case listed on the summons.
- 4No provision for electronic signatures unless the online portal permits it.
Field map
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 No.3 is the current version as of 2024. No recent amendments have been published, but check the Courts Service website for updates before filing.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Confirm the form number is No.3 (latest edition).
- Check the court registry address on the form matches the one on your summons.
- Verify the deadline period stated in the summons.
- Ensure any new online submission option is selected if available.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 05/02/26
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm title and number from Courts Service of Ireland publications.
- SRCTypical filing deadline inferred from standard summons practice.
- SRCSubmission methods based on Courts Service online portal availability.
- SRCRisk list derived from common procedural issues in Irish courts.
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: exact deadline length (7‑14 days).
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: online portal support for Form No.3.
Common confusion points
Assuming the form can be emailed directly to the judge.
Using the wrong case number or court reference.
Leaving the ‘date of appearance’ field blank.
Submitting the form after the deadline.
Confusing Form No.3 with Form No.4 (address change).
Not attaching the required proof of identity when requested.
Sending the form to the central Courts Service office instead of the local registry.
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