Form

Apply for a declaration about whether a named person is the parent of another named person: Form C63

Use this form to ask the court to determine someone's parentage and to give your summary of why you think your application is necessary.

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Application for declaration of parentage under section 55A of the Family Law Act 1986

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Cais am ddatganiad ynghylch pwy yw rhiant person dan adran 55A Deddf Cyfraith Teulu 1986 / Application for declaration of parentage under section 55A of the Family Law Act 1986

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When you apply, include a copy of the birth certificate of the person whose parentage is in question (unless the court has directed otherwise).

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Published 1 April 2017
Last updated 21 December 2020 + show all updates
  1. Signature box amended to allow email submission.

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