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Form No.34A Certificate under Section 85(3G) of the Bankruptcy Act 1988
Form No.34A is a Certificate required under Section 85(3G) of the Bankruptcy Act 1988. It is used to confirm that a bankruptcy order has been made or discharged and to provide official proof to third parties.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form No.34A Certificate under Section 85(3G) of the Bankruptcy Act 1988
Form No.34A is a Certificate required under Section 85(3G) of the Bankruptcy Act 1988. It is used to confirm that a bankruptcy order has been made or discharged and to provide official proof to third parties.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is forgetting to include the exact court file number.
- 2Leaving the court file number blank
- 3Submitting the wrong version of the form
- 4Failing to attach the required bankruptcy order copy
- 5Using an incorrect address for the court registry
Plain English
If you need an official paper showing that someone’s bankruptcy has been officially recorded, you request this certificate from the Courts Service. It’s the go‑to document for banks, creditors or government bodies that need proof of the bankruptcy status.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The certificate should be requested as soon as possible after the bankruptcy order or discharge; there is no statutory deadline, but delays can hold up subsequent proceedings.
- 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 an official certificate of a bankruptcy order
- When a creditor requests proof of bankruptcy for a debt claim
- When applying for a discharge or variation of the bankruptcy order
- When a financial institution requires confirmation before releasing funds
- When a government agency needs verification for tax or welfare purposes
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Requesting a bankruptcy certificate for a foreign jurisdiction
Different legal framework applies
✓ Verify the jurisdiction first
Applying for a bankruptcy discharge
Discharge is a separate process
✓ Use Form 7 after certificate
Updating personal details on the bankruptcy record
Not a certificate request
✓ Use only for amendments
Deadline or filing window
The certificate should be requested as soon as possible after the bankruptcy order or discharge; there is no statutory deadline, but delays can hold up subsequent proceedings.
Before you submit
- 1Completed all mandatory fields
- 2Correct court file number entered
- 3Date of bankruptcy order accurately copied
- 4Form signed by the applicant or authorised solicitor
- 5Attached a clear copy of the bankruptcy order (if required)
- 6Used the latest version of Form 34A
- 7Checked the correct court registry address
- 8Included a prepaid return envelope if posting
- 9Retained a copy of the submitted form for your records
How to file this form
- 1Download the latest Form 34A from courts.ie
- 2Gather the original bankruptcy order and any supporting ID
- 3Fill in the form in black ink or via the online PDF editor
- 4Sign and date the form
- 5Attach the required supporting documents
- 6Submit to the appropriate District Court Registry (in person, post, or online)
- 7Obtain a receipt or confirmation of filing
Known limitations
- 1Only applicable to bankruptcies under the Bankruptcy Act 1988
- 2Cannot be used for personal insolvency arrangements or debt relief notices
- 3Must be requested by the bankrupt or an authorised representative
- 4Online submission may not be available for 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
- Confirm the form header shows ‘No.34A’ and the 2023 revision date
- Check that the field for ‘Section 85(3G)’ is present
- Verify the signature line includes space for both applicant and solicitor (if applicable)
- Ensure the checklist for supporting documents matches the current guidance
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 28/01/26
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm title and number from Courts Service catalogue
- SRCSection 85(3G) reference from the Bankruptcy Act 1988 (general knowledge)
- SRCTypical filing locations based on standard District Court practice
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: exact supporting document requirements
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: availability of an online submission portal
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: processing time estimates
Common confusion points
Mixing up Form 34A with Form 34B (foreign jurisdiction requests)
Leaving the ‘type of certificate’ box unchecked
Using an old version of the form that lacks the new signature field
Submitting the form to the wrong District Court
Not attaching the required copy of the bankruptcy order
Assuming the certificate is issued instantly without checking processing times
Failing to include a return address on a mailed submission
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