Court & Tribunal Fee Waiver Guide (PDF - 278KB)

Access to legal remedies can sometimes be hindered by the fees charged by courts and tribunals. Legislation and regulations govern the fees which the courts and tribunals charge. In certain types of proceedings fees are not payable. Often, a person's financial or personal circumstances can result in an exemption from the requirement to pay a fee. A court or tribunal may also, in certain situations, be able to waive a fee. Each court and tribunal has different fee procedures in place.

This guide purports to cover the fee waiver and exemption provisions relevant to the major courts and tribunals in Victoria and the Commonwealth. It is current to March 2007. Legislation, regulations and procedures governing the waiver of fees are constantly changing. It is therefore recommended that the relevant court or tribunal and/or their website be consulted prior to making an application for a fee waiver or exemption.