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Child Support Enforcement: Who Qualifies and What You Get

Learn how this program helps custodial parents locate non-custodial parents and collect necessary financial support for their children.

Child Support Enforcement is a program designed to help custodial parents secure financial assistance from the other parent for their children.

Who it's for

This program is for custodial parents who are seeking financial support from non-custodial parents.

What you get

The program provides assistance in locating a non-custodial parent and helps with the process of establishing a support order. Once an order is in place, the program also assists in the collection of those funds.

What it costs you

Depending on your specific state, you may be required to pay a small application fee to begin the process.

The catch to know

The program helps you collect support, but it cannot guarantee that money will be received if the other parent has no source of income.

How to apply

  1. Contact your local child support office or state agency.
  2. Provide the necessary personal information and details about the other parent.
  3. Follow the specific application steps required by your state.
  4. Visit the official portal for more information: https://www.acf.hhs.gov/css