United Kingdom - Apply for Guardianship

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Procedure

Apply in person:

1. To Apply for Guardianship, the applicant has to approach the local Council link

   NOTE: To check the address, the applicant has to enter the PIN code and click the “Find” button.

2. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer or it can be downloaded from the following link,link,link
3. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
4. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
5. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
6. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
7. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee of £232 to the court. The applicant may be able to get help with court fees if on benefits or a low income.
8. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
9. Next, within 10 days the applicant will receive the case number.
10. The applicant has to attend the hearing along with the parents.
11. Once the final hearing is completed, the court will decide if a special guardianship order is in the best interests of the child after looking at all the evidence and hearing from witnesses.
12. The court will send a final order to the guardian and to the child’s parents.
13. This entire process can be completed within 15-20 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Required Documents

• Application form link,link,link
• ID proof(passport, national identity card, driving licence)
• Address proof(utility bill, passport)
• Proof of relationship (Birth certificate, adaptation paper)
• Consent of parents
• Child’s birth certificate
• Any other documents if required

Office Locations & Contacts

The Supreme Court
Parliament Square
London
SW1P 3BD
Switchboard: 020 7960 1500 or 1900
DX 157230 Parliament Sq 4
Contact link,link
local Council link

NOTE: To check the address, the applicant has to enter the PIN code and click the “Find” button.

Eligibility

• The applicant must be above 18 years of age.
• The child lives with you because of a child arrangements order
• The child has lived with you for 3 of the past 5 years
• The applicant have the agreement of all the people with parental responsibility for the child
• The applicant must have the agreement of the local council, if the child is in care

Fees

• The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee £232 to the court. The applicant may be able to get help with court fees if on benefits or a low income.

Validity

Explain the time until which the certificate/document is valid.
e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

Documents to Use

• An application form link,link,link

Sample Documents

Please attach sample completed documents that would help other people.

Processing Time

• This entire process can be completed within 15-20 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Instructions

• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

Required Information

• Applicant name
• Name of children
• Number of children
• Case number
• Signature
• Date issued

Need for the Document

• In the United Kingdom, guardianship refers to the legal arrangement where an individual or individuals are appointed to take care of a child or a person who is unable to make decisions for themselves due to their age, incapacity, or other circumstances.
• The appointed guardian(s) assume legal responsibility for the welfare and well-being of the individual under their care.

Information which might help

• Guardianship of a Child: When a child's parents are unable to care for them, guardianship can be granted to another person or couple. This typically occurs when the parents have passed away, are incapable of caring for the child, or have voluntarily relinquished their parental responsibility.
• Guardianship of an Incapacitated Adult: In cases where an adult lacks the mental capacity to make decisions for themselves, a guardian can be appointed to make decisions regarding their personal welfare, property, and financial affairs. This could include individuals with learning disabilities, mental health issues, or individuals who have suffered a serious injury or illness that affects their decision-making capacity.

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

Please explain what are other uses of obtaining this document/certificate.
e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

External Links

• For more information link
  

Others

• Guardianship in the UK grants the appointed individual(s) certain rights and responsibilities, which can include making important decisions about education, healthcare, living arrangements, and financial matters on behalf of the child or incapacitated adult.
• The extent of these rights and responsibilities can vary depending on the specific circumstances and any legal restrictions or conditions imposed by the court or authority.