Help With Court and Tribunal Fees: How the EX160 Help with Fees Scheme Works (England and Wales)

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About Course

Court and tribunal fees – for example for a divorce or a small claim – can be a barrier for people on low incomes. The Help with Fees scheme can reduce or remove the fee. This course explains the savings, benefits and income tests, how to apply online or with form EX160, and how to get a refund.

Tutwoo is an independent learning provider. This course gives general information about court fee help in England and Wales and is not legal advice. Thresholds can change, so always check the current figures on GOV.UK.

© 2026 Tutwoo UK Limited. This course was created in-house by Tutwoo and is our original work. It is for your own learning only: please do not copy, share, record or resell it.

What Will You Learn?

  • Understand what Help with Fees is and where it applies
  • Check the savings, benefits and income tests
  • Apply online or using form EX160
  • Claim a refund for a fee paid in the last 3 months

Course Content

Course Lessons

  • What Help with Fees is
  • The three tests
  • Applying and getting a refund

Sources & Further Reading
The official guidance this course is based on.

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