N161 appellant’s notice

What N161 is used for

N161 is an appellant's notice used in the appeal routes specified by HMCTS. The official page includes guidance on the form and identifies where a different appeal form is needed.

Prepare before you start

• The decision and order you wish to appeal.
• The date of the decision and any stated appeal deadline.
• The court or tribunal that made the decision.
• The permission position, supporting documents and grounds required by the official guidance.

Which fee applies?

Appeal fees depend on the court and type of appeal. Check the civil or family fee schedule and the official form guidance.

Check the next step

Appeals can have short deadlines and permission requirements. Do not assume N161 is the correct form or that submitting it pauses enforcement. Seek qualified advice promptly.