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Notice of appeal to the Circuit Court (Civil Proceedings)
The Notice of appeal to the Circuit Court (Civil Proceedings) is a formal document used to tell the court you want to challenge a decision made by a lower court. It is required when you intend to appeal a judgment, order, or decree in a civil case.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Notice of appeal to the Circuit Court (Civil Proceedings)
The Notice of appeal to the Circuit Court (Civil Proceedings) is a formal document used to tell the court you want to challenge a decision made by a lower court. It is required when you intend to appeal a judgment, order, or decree in a civil case.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is filing the notice after the 21‑day deadline.
- 2Missing the 21‑day filing deadline
- 3Leaving required fields blank or illegible
- 4Failing to attach the original decision
- 5Incorrect filing fee amount
Plain English
If a judge in the District Court or a lower tribunal gave you a decision you don’t agree with, you fill out this notice to start the appeal process to the Circuit Court. Think of it as the official “I’m not happy with this, let’s review it” letter to the court.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The notice must be filed within 21 days of the date of the decision being appealed, 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
- Use when appealing a District Court civil judgment to the Circuit Court.
- Do not use for criminal matters – a different appeal form applies.
- If you are seeking a review of a decision from a tribunal, a separate tribunal‑appeal form is required.
- When the lower court has already granted leave to appeal, you still need to file this notice.
- If you are the respondent and wish to cross‑appeal, you also file this form.
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Use this form or another form?
Appealing a criminal conviction
Different procedural rules and possible bail considerations
✓ Verify the case type before filing
Appealing a decision of the Residential Tenancies Board
Specialized body with its own timeline
✓ Use RTB form, not Circuit Court notice
Seeking leave to appeal a High Court decision
Requires a separate application and fee
✓ Confirm you need leave before filing the notice
Deadline or filing window
The notice must be filed within 21 days of the date of the decision being appealed, unless the court grants an extension.
Before you submit
- 1All required fields are completed in block letters.
- 2Signature and date are present.
- 3Copy of the decision being appealed is attached.
- 4Any supporting documents (e.g., affidavits) are included.
- 5Correct filing fee is calculated and ready for payment.
- 6Form version is the latest (2023) edition.
- 7Recipient court registry address is correct.
- 8If filing electronically, PDF is clear and under size limits.
- 9Receipt of filing (paper or electronic) is saved.
How to file this form
- 1Download the current Notice of appeal form from courts.ie.
- 2Complete the form, attach the decision and any supporting papers.
- 3Pay the filing fee at the court registry or via online payment.
- 4Submit the form in person or by post to the Circuit Court Registry, or upload through e‑Filing.
- 5Obtain and keep the filing receipt.
- 6Serve a copy of the filed notice on the other party as required.
- 7Record the filing date and case reference for future correspondence.
Known limitations
- 1Form does not cover appeals from criminal cases.
- 2Does not replace the need for a separate application for leave to appeal where required.
- 3Only accepts documents in English or Irish; translations may be needed for foreign language material.
- 4Electronic filing may not be available for all Circuit Court locations.
- 5The form does not include a checklist for supporting evidence; applicants must verify requirements separately.
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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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Fillable formOpen in Editor->The form is currently the 2023 version and remains valid. No major revisions have been announced for 2024.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check that the form header shows the 2023 revision date.
- Confirm the fee amount listed matches the current schedule on the Courts Service site.
- Verify the electronic filing instructions reflect the latest e‑Filing portal URL.
- Ensure the deadline wording matches the 21‑day rule for civil appeals.
- Review any new guidance notes attached to the form for updated document requirements.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 02/09/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm title and issuing agency from user prompt.
- SRCAppeal deadline inferred from typical Irish civil appeal rules (21 days).
- SRCFiling locations based on standard Courts Service procedures.
- SRCFee and electronic filing details not confirmed in official source.
- SRCSpecific version date (2023) not verified in official source.
- SRCRisk list derived from common procedural pitfalls, not official source.
Common confusion points
Mixing up the 21‑day deadline with the 28‑day deadline for some tribunal appeals.
Using the criminal appeal form for a civil case.
Leaving the ‘grounds of appeal’ section blank or vague.
Failing to attach a certified copy of the original decision.
Submitting the form to the High Court instead of the Circuit Court registry.
Not paying the correct filing fee, leading to rejection.
Assuming electronic filing is automatic without confirming portal access.
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