Maintenance payments
Maintenance is money paid by one person to support another — like a child, spouse, civil partner or qualified cohabitant.
Child maintenance helps cover a child’s living costs. It can be arranged privately or through a court order.
Maintenance often comes up after a relationship ends — such as a separation, divorce or the end of a civil partnership. Some cohabitants may also be entitled to maintenance under the law.
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Who can apply?
Find out if you are eligible to apply for maintenance.
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Understanding Maintenance
Information on maintenance agreements and maintenance payment amounts.
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Apply for a maintenance order
Step-by-step guide to applying to court for a maintenance order or agreement.
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Change or appeal an order
Understand how to change, end or appeal the terms of an order.
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Maintenance not being paid
Steps to take if maintenance is not being paid to you by the debtor.
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I have been served papers
Find out what to do if you’ve been served with maintenance papers and how to respond before the court date
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Mediation and legal help
Information about mediation, legal advice and representation. Find out where to find a mediator and solicitor.
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