Small Claim Form N1

What is Form N1?

The Claim Form (N1) is used to begin a claim in the County Court, often called the small claims court, for lower-value disputes. For landlords, it's typically used to claim unpaid rent, damages, or other monetary disputes with tenants.

Form N1 can be completed on paper or online, marking the official start of proceedings in the civil court system.

When is the N1 Form Needed?

• To claim unpaid rent from a tenant.
• For damages caused to the property.
• When seeking compensation or a specific sum of money.

How to Use This Form

To complete Form N1, you will need to provide:

• Details of the claimant (landlord) and defendant (tenant or other party).
• A brief description of the claim and amount being sought.
• A statement of truth confirming the details of the claim is accurate.

Form N1 can be filed online or printed and posted to the court.

Download Form N1

To access the official Claim Form (N1), download it directly from the HMCTS website via the link below:

Download N1 Form from HMCTS

Make a Claim Online

If you'd prefer to submit your claim digitally, you can use the government’s Money Claim Online service:

Start a Claim with Money Claim Online

Further Guidance

For detailed help on using the N1 form, what to include in your particulars of claim, and the whole court process, visit our dedicated article:

Small Claims Proceedings Guidance