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What are the steps to complete an OurFamilyWizard Fee Waiver application in UK, AU, NZ, and CA?

🇬🇧 🇨🇦 🇦🇺 🇳🇿 UK, CA, AU, NZ instructions  

Our Family Wizard offers Fee Waivers to help parents who qualify due to financial hardship access our co-parenting platform. Here's a step-by-step guide to applying for the fee waiver programme if you live in the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, or New Zealand.

 

If you do not have an OurFamilyWizard account already and are located in a country outside of the United States, submit your fee waiver application online. Start your application here

 

Step 1: Enter Your Personal Information

You'll need to provide: 

  • Your name (first and last) 

  • Email address  

  • Phone number (with country code) 

  • Complete address (street, city, state, postal code) 

  • Time zone


Step 2: Add Co-Parent and Children Information

  • Co-parent details: Name, email, and phone number 

  • Children information: First name, last name, and email (if applicable) for each child 
     

Step 3: Choose Your Eligibility Reason

Select the option that best describes your situation: 

 

Option 1: Public Assistance. Accepted programs vary by location, but typically include housing assistance, income support, universal credit, or other government assistance. 

"I am receiving housing assistance, income support, universal credit, or other government assistance."

  • Documentation needed: Program documents verifying receipt of benefits for 1+ days within the past 90 days.  
     

Option 2: Court-Ordered Indigence or Waiver of Court Fees

"I have approval of help with court fees"

  • Documentation needed: Proof from the court dated within the past 12 months.

"I am instructing a solicitor/barrister on a pro bono basis or receiving legal aid"

  • Documentation needed: Signed letter from the professional on their letterhead dated within the past 12 months.


Step 4: Upload Supporting Documentation

  • Accepted file types: PNG, JPG, JPEG, HEIC, or PDF 

  • File limit: One file per application 

  • What to include: The specific documentation required for your selected eligibility reason

Tips for Document Upload: 

  1. Ensure documents are clear and readable with your name clearly visible
  2. Make sure the dates are within the required timeframe 
  3. Include all relevant pages if your document spans multiple pages 
     

Step 5: Submit Your Application

  • Review your selected eligibility reason. You can edit this if needed.

  • Confirm your uploaded documentation 

  • Submit your fee waiver application 
     

What Happens Next?

Your application will be reviewed by our team. You'll receive confirmation and updates via email. Processing times vary based on the type of documentation provided. Our team typically reviews applications and replies within 5 business days.

 

Ready to Apply?

How do I apply for the OurFamilyWizard Fee Waiver?

How do I renew the fee waiver?

 

Important Notes:

  • Document Quality: Ensure all uploaded documents are clear, complete, within the required date ranges, and display your first and last name.

  • One Application: You can only upload one supporting document, so make sure it contains all necessary information 

  • Accuracy: All information must be accurate and truthful 

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