Request a stay of execution in the High Court | Sample letter

This sample letter covers England and Wales

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Use this letter to request a stay of execution in the High Court when you are unable to pay immediately. You can find information on how to use this letter in our High Court enforcement guide

You can choose to send a letter in your own name or in joint names. You may have a debt in joint names, or want to write to your creditors together because you have worked out a joint budget.

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Sign each letter and enclose a copy of your budget if needed.

Letter in joint names

You can choose to send a letter in your own name or in joint names. You may have a debt in joint names, or want to write to your creditors together because you have worked out a joint budget.

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29th June 2024 [today’s date]*

Dear Sir/Madam

Case No:

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I am unable to pay the sum claimed immediately and wish to apply for a stay of execution. I enclose an

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in support of my application.

I am able to pay £

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per month and my first monthly instalment could be made on

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I have carefully considered my financial circumstances and believe that this is a realistic and affordable amount.

I hope that you will be able to accept the repayments I have offered .

Yours faithfully

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Request a stay of execution in the High Court (sole name)

Letter in joint names