Debtor application packs are available from the Accountant in Bankruptcy and money advisers.

Debtor application pack

To apply for your own bankruptcy you must use the correct application pack. The debtor application pack that you will  use depends on your circumstances.

These are:

• Debtor Application Pack - for individuals who want to apply for their own bankruptcy
• Entity Debtor Application Pack - applying when the debtor is an entity, e.g. a partnership or trust.

NB: The National Minimum Wage (NMW) is normaly updated at the start of October each year. If you wish to find out what the current National Minimun Wage is, you can visit Her Majesty's Revenue and Custom's Website - or call us on 0300 200 2600 or speak to a money adviser.

Instructions for completing applications are included with each pack.

It is essential that the pack is fully completed.

Fee

It will cost you £100 to apply for your bankruptcy, there are no waivers or exemptions for this fee. It is non-refundable. Payment can be made by cash, cheque, debit card, or postal order.

Ways to pay:

• post - do not send cash by post
• in person
• at a bank

Full details for payment are provided in eack pack.

Nomination of trustee

The Accountant in Bankruptcy will be your trustee unless you choose to nominate an insolvency practitioner to act. The insolvency practitioner must consent to your nomination by completing the appropriate form contained within the pack. This must be returned with your application pack.