Bankruptcy Appeal Fee Waiver

Summary

To waive or spread out bankruptcy appeal fees, file a motion to proceed in forma pauperis (IFP) by obtaining the form from the United States Courts website. Complete and submit it to your local bankruptcy court before the fee due date, detailing your financial situation.

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I filed an appeal in my adversary proceedings from a chapter * bankruptcy case. I received the following listed on the docket: Full docket text for document *: “Clerk's Notice of Fees Due (Re: * Notice of Appeal and Statement of Election filed by Plaintiff **** **** Jr.). Fee due by */*/*. (ag)” I am considered indigent. What must I do to have the fee waived or at least have the fee spread out.
Hi ****, you can apply to have your fee waived or spread out by filing a motion to proceed in forma pauperis (IFP). This motion demonstrates your inability to pay court fees due to financial hardship.
- Obtain the IFP form from your local bankruptcy court.
- Fill out the form detailing your financial situation.
- Submit the completed form to the court before the fee due date.
Have you tried obtaining the IFP form from the court yet?
No. Can I get the form on line?
Yes, you can obtain the form online.
- Visit the official website of the United States Courts.
- Look for the form titled "Application to Proceed in District Court Without Prepaying Fees or Costs (Long Form)" (Form AO *).
- Download, complete, and submit it to your local bankruptcy court.
Do you need any further assistance with filling out the form?