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Financial Statement for Divorce (Financial Order): Financial statement for a financial order (Matrimonial Causes Act 1973 / Civil Partnership Act 2004) / for financial relief after an overseas divorce etc
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Form E in short
Form E is the financial statement each spouse or civil partner fills in when a court in England and Wales is asked to decide how money and property are split after a divorce, dissolution or separation. It sets out property, savings, pensions, debts, income and future needs, with supporting documents. It is also used after an overseas divorce or dissolution.
| Issued by | HM Courts and Tribunals Service (HMCTS) |
|---|---|
| Current version | Form E Financial statement (01.23) (checked 2026-10-25) |
| Who fills it in | Both spouses or civil partners, each on a separate Form E, once one of them has applied for a financial order (usually with Form A) or for financial relief after an overseas divorce. The Form E notes say you do not need one if you have agreed and are sending a consent application. |
| Who receives it | The court, and a copy goes to the other party. |
| Where to send it | Follow the instructions from the court that is dealing with your case, and check the Form E page on GOV.UK for the current way to send it. You also exchange your Form E with the other party by the date the court sets. |
| Deadline | The Form E notes say you must send it to the court and a copy to the other person no later than 35 days before the first appointment. The date is on Form C, which the court sends you. The court might order costs against you if you miss the deadline. |
| Fee | No fee for Form E itself. The application for a financial order (Form A) costs £321 if not by consent (EX50, fees order 5.4). |
| Official links | Official page · Official PDF · Official instructions |
What changed
The form and notes are dated 01.23. In September 2026 gov.uk added the postal address for sending Form E and supporting documents.
How to fill out Form E, line by line
| Page 1 | Court, parties and type of application Name of court, case number, the applicant and respondent, and tick whether each is a spouse or civil partner and their role in the case. |
| Section 1 | General information Your name, date of birth, occupation, dates of the marriage, separation and court orders, children, health, education plans, child maintenance and other court cases. |
| Section 2, Part 1 | Real property The family home and any other property: value, Land Registry title number, mortgages and your share. Attach a valuation from the last six months if you have one, and a recent mortgage statement. |
| Section 2, Part 2 | Personal assets Bank accounts (attach 12 months of statements), investments, life policies, money owed to you, cash over £500 and personal belongings worth more than £500. |
| Section 2, Parts 3 to 5 | Liabilities, business assets and pensions Debts and possible Capital Gains Tax, business interests and directorships, and every pension with its cash equivalent value. The notes say a pension valuation must not be more than a year old at the first appointment. |
| Section 2, Parts 6 to 10 | Income Earned income (attach your P60 and last three payslips), self-employment, investment income, state benefits and any other income. |
| Section 3 | Financial requirements Your income needs and capital needs, and those of any children living with you, now and in future. |
| Section 4 | Other information Significant changes in assets or income, the standard of living during the marriage, contributions to the family, and any new partner's finances. |
| Section 5 | Order sought If you can, say what orders you want, such as a lump sum, property transfer or pension sharing order. |
| Statement of truth and schedule | Signature and documents checklist Sign the statement of truth. Then tick the schedule of documents to show what is attached, not applicable or to follow. |
Common mistakes to avoid
- Not giving full and frank disclosure. The form says a failure to do so may result in any order being set aside, and a false statement can lead to proceedings for contempt of court.
- Missing the deadline of 35 days before the first appointment.
- Leaving boxes empty. The form says to write N/A where a box does not apply.
- Using an out of date pension valuation instead of requesting a new one.
- Forgetting the required documents, such as 12 months of bank statements, payslips, P60 and mortgage statements.
- Putting an overdrawn bank account under liabilities. The notes say it belongs in section 2.3.
- Using Form E when another form applies. The form says to use Form E1 for other financial remedies and Form E2 for most variation applications.
Questions about Form E
Do both of us need to fill in a Form E?
Yes. The notes say each spouse or civil partner fills in a separate Form E once a financial order has been applied for.
Do I need Form E if we have agreed how to split our finances?
The notes say there is no need for a Form E if you have agreed. You send your agreement as a consent application instead.
When is Form E due?
No later than 35 days before the first appointment. The court tells you the date on Form C.
What documents do I attach to Form E?
The schedule at the end lists them. Examples include property valuations, mortgage statements, 12 months of bank statements, pension valuations, your P60 and last three payslips, and business accounts.
Where do I send Form E?
The gov.uk Form E page says to post it with all supporting documents to HMCTS Financial Remedy, PO Box 12746, Harlow, CM20 9QZ, and send a copy to the other party.
Can court staff help me fill it in?
The notes say court staff will help on procedure but cannot give legal advice. The form suggests seeking legal advice if you are unsure.
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Sources
Checked against the official sources on 2026-10-25. PDF Editor Hub is not affiliated with the HM Courts and Tribunals Service or any government agency. This page is general information, not legal or tax advice.
- https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/form-e-financial-statement-for-a-financial-order-matrimonial-causes-act-1973-civil-partnership-act-2004-for-financial-relief-after-an-overseas
- https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/63c132468fa8f516ac0d5a6d/Form_E_0123_save.pdf
- https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/63c132a1e90e0770642801d2/Form_E_Notes_0123.pdf
- https://www.gov.uk/money-property-when-relationship-ends
- https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/fees-in-the-civil-and-family-courts-main-fees-ex50/family-court-fees-ex50