Application to the family court for the transfer, restriction, or termination of parental custody.
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Documents you need
Identification card or passport · Form / Application
Responsible authority
The authority of your main residence
How to do it
In person or by post at the office
Costs
Kostenlos
Counseling at the Department of Children and Family Services
Seeking voluntary legal advice can make the process easier and is often expected by the court.
File a petition with the family court
In writing, with legal assistance if necessary.
Hearing and Decision
The court hears testimony from the parents, the child (once they reach a certain age), and the child welfare agency.
The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →
Who is eligible?
Parents who wish to establish joint or sole custody, as well as child welfare agencies in cases where a child’s well-being is at risk.
Income limit
Processing time
Nationwide: approx. approx. 4 months
Success rate
approx. 55.0 % (estimate)
Read the decision carefully: often submitting missing documents or reapplying helps more than an objection.
Free.
Typically about 120 business days—depending on the agency and its workload.