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Employment Tribunal in Great Britain

ET1: Make an employment tribunal claim

Find the official ET1 form, understand its purpose and prepare the documents and questions needed before using it.

Open current official ET1 form and guidance

What ET1 is used for

ET1 is the official employment tribunal claim form. Check the correct submission route and the early conciliation requirements before sending it.

Prepare before you start

  • Claimant and respondent details
  • Acas certificate details or applicable exemption
  • A clear account of the claim
  • Relevant dates, work details and remedy sought

Which fee applies?

Check the current official tribunal guidance for fees and possible costs consequences.

Check the published fee schedules

Check the next step

Time limits depend on the claim and conciliation position. This page does not calculate them; seek advice promptly.

Read the related practical guide

Official version and source

HMCTS ET1 publication. Checked 13 September 2026. Publication update dates can cover guidance as well as the form itself. Always download the current document from the official page.

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