Which family forms to file at Manchester Civil Justice Centre (Civil and Family Courts)
REVIEWED BY: Sean McNamara on 2026-08-31
Applications this court accepts
- A58 — Adoption application: download from gov.uk
- FL401 — Non-molestation / occupation order application: download from gov.uk
- Form A — Notice of intention to proceed with financial remedy: download from gov.uk
- FL401A — Forced marriage protection order: download from gov.uk
Where to get the forms
All family forms are free to download from gov.uk. You can also ask the court office to post them to you. Fee remission (Help with Fees) applies if you are on a low income — apply using EX160 at the same time as your application.
Filing tips
1. Check the latest version — forms are re-issued; download fresh rather than reusing old copies. 2. Send the right number of copies — usually original + 1 copy for the court, plus copies for each respondent. 3. Keep proof of filing — get the court to date-stamp your copy, or send by tracked post. 4. Keep a copy of everything you send — you will need it for your bundle later.
Court details
Manchester Civil Justice Centre (Civil and Family Courts) 1 Bridge Street West, Manchester, Manchester, M60 9DJ Phone: 0161 240 5000; 0161 240 5307; 0300 123 5577; 0300 303 0642
General information only — not legal advice. Form links go to official gov.uk pages. Source: HMCTS find-a-court data for Manchester Civil Justice Centre (Civil and Family Courts). Always confirm the correct form and fee with the court or a legal adviser before filing. Content verified against the official HMCTS court directory, gov.uk forms and fees pages, and the professional body registers (SRA, FMC, Bar Council). Last reviewed September 2026.