Where is the Child Maintenance Service based?

Leeds, United Kingdom
Child Maintenance Group

Executive Agency overview
Jurisdiction United Kingdom
Headquarters Leeds, United Kingdom
Minister responsible Various incumbents, Secretary of State for Work and Pensions
Parent department Department for Work and Pensions

How do I contact the UK CSA?

If you would like to talk to someone about your case, please call us on 0345 266 8792. Our TexBox and textphone number is 0345 266 8795.

How do I get in touch with CMS?

Telephone 0800 232 1956 Communication with CMS can also be done via their online portal.

Is the Child Maintenance Service part of HMRC?

The Child Maintenance Service will find out the paying parent’s yearly gross income from information supplied by HM Revenue and Customs ( HMRC ). They’ll also check if the paying parent is getting benefits (tax credits, student grants and loans do not count as income).

How do I find my child maintenance reference number?

To sign in to your child maintenance case, you will need your: 12 digit customer reference number (this begins with ‘121’. Find this on letters we sent you about your case) National Insurance number (it’s on your National Insurance card, benefit letter, payslip or P60.

Who heads up the child maintenance service?

The Child Maintenance and Enforcement Commission has announced that Noel Shanahan has been appointed as Commissioner and Chief Executive to replace Stephen Geraghty.

How long do I pay child maintenance UK?

Contacting the Child Maintenance Service You’re normally expected to pay child maintenance until your child is 16, or until they’re 20 if they’re in school or college full-time studying for: A-levels.

What happens if child maintenance is not paid UK?

CMS can take you to court over unpaid child maintenance. They can apply for a court order to take legal action. This is a ‘liability order’. If the court grants the order, CMS can then legal action against you.

How do I contact Child Maintenance?

Child Maintenance Options Telephone: 0800 0835 130 Monday to Friday: 8am to 8pm Saturdays: 9am to 4pm

How do I Find my reference number for Child Maintenance?

12-digit reference number – you’ll find this on letters from the Child Maintenance Service You cannot use this service to set up a new arrangement. Find out how to apply instead. Contact the Child Maintenance Service if you need help using your online account.

Do I need to register with the Child Maintenance Service?

You do not need to register. View the amounts you are due to deduct for specific employees, view schedules and payments that you have made, update details, send and receive secure messages and more. Call the number in your welcome pack or at the top of any letter from the Child Maintenance Service.

How do I apply for child maintenance with CSA?

Make sure you have access to your National Insurance number and they will also need your date of birth. You can either use the online form or you can call the CSA Helpline if you opened a child maintenance case before March 2003. © 2021 | ALL RULES | CONTACT | PRIVACY | SITEMAP