Court Fee Calculator

Calculate court issue fees and hearing fees for money claims in England and Wales.

Last updated: April 2026 · Source: GOV.UK — Court fees

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Disclaimer

This calculator is provided for informational purposes only and should not be considered as financial or tax advice. All calculations are performed locally in your browser — no personal data is collected or sent to our servers. Rates and thresholds are sourced from HMRC and GOV.UK and are updated for the current tax year. Always verify results with HMRC or consult a qualified professional before making financial decisions.

How It Works

Court fees in England and Wales vary by the type of claim and the amount involved. For money claims, the fee ranges from £35 (claims up to £300) to 5% of the claim value (claims over £10,000, capped at £10,000). Online claims through MCOL (Money Claim Online) are slightly cheaper than paper claims.

Other court fees include divorce petitions, probate applications, appeals and enforcement actions such as warrant of control or attachment of earnings. Fee exemptions and remissions are available if you receive certain benefits or have a low income — this is called Help with Fees (form EX160).

This calculator covers the most common civil court fees and tells you whether you are likely to qualify for a fee remission. It does not cover criminal court costs or tribunal fees, which are calculated differently.

Example: Money claim for £5,000

  1. Court fee for £5,000 claim (online): £205
  2. Court fee for £5,000 claim (paper): £205
  3. If the claim is defended, hearing fee: £170
  4. Total potential court costs: £375

Source: GOV.UK — Court fees

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Court Fee Calculator do?
Calculate court issue fees and hearing fees for money claims in England and Wales. All calculations are performed in your browser using official UK rates and thresholds.
Are court fees accurate?
This calculator uses the current UK court fee schedule. Fees are set by the Ministry of Justice and are reviewed periodically. Check GOV.UK for the very latest fee amounts.
Do I need a solicitor?
Whether you need a solicitor depends on the complexity of your case. For straightforward matters you may be able to represent yourself, but for significant legal issues professional advice is recommended.