Forms
Using QCAT forms
All QCAT forms are available in .pdf format. If you are unable to read this format please contact QCAT for assistance.
Prior to selecting a form and making an application, please read the information about your matter type, including the application process.
When applying please ensure you provide a stamped self-addressed envelope with your application.
Forms by matter type
- Administrative decisions
- Administration for adults matters
- Anti-discrimination matters
- Building disputes
- Children and young people matters
- Consumer and trader disputes, and property damage disputes
- Debt disputes - including the recovery of agreed fixed amounts for fence work or agreed fixed amounts for the removal of minor overhanging branches.
- Dividing fences
- Guardianship for adults matters
- Miscellaneous matters
- Occupational regulation matters
- Other civil disputes
- Other civil disputes - tree disputes - tree disputes.
- Residential tenancy disputes
- Retail shop lease disputes
Forms - general
Forms by matter type
Administration for adults matters
Learn more about administration for adult matters and the application process.
The purpose of this form is for an appointed administrator to provide information to the tribunal about the actions taken since their appointment and intend to take in the future to ensure an adult’s income and assets are being used in their best interests.
The purpose of this form is for an appointed administrator to provide information to the tribunal about the actions taken since their appointment and intend to take in the future to ensure an adult’s income and assets are being used in their best interests.
Account by administrator - Guardianship and Administration Act 2000 (PDF File, 878.0 KB)
The Account by Administrator (ABA) is the standard form to be used by private administrators when providing an account of their administration.
This declaration is to be used when a partial exemption for accounts of administration has been granted to the administrator.
Form to be completed relating to an application for administration/guardianship appointment or review – Guardianship and Administration Act 2000.
The purpose of this form is to ask QCAT to declare that a particular person has the capacity to make decisions in relation to a matter.
Form to be completed relating to an application for miscellaneous matters – Guardianship and Administration Act 2000.
The purpose of this form is to ask the tribunal to intervene to prevent a decision being made before it has held its hearing to determine whether or not the person involved has the capacity to make such a decision.
The purpose of this form is to ask the tribunal to make an interim order prior to a final hearing and decision under the Guardianship and Administration Act 2000.
Recording of receipts and payments - Guardianship and Administration Act 2000 (PDF File, 484.5 KB)
Form to be completed by an administrator detailing the accounts kept on behalf of an adult.
Form to be completed to by medical and related health professionals to provide information to assist the tribunal to review the use of restrictive practices for adults with intellectual or cognitive disability and challenging behaviours, appoint guardians to make decisions about personal/lifestyle/health matters and restrictive practices, and appoint administrators to make decisions about financial and property matters for an adult with impaired decision-making capacity.
Administrative decisions
Learn more about the review of administrative decisions and the application process.
Form to be completed relating to an application to review a decision of the Anti-Discrimination Commissioner regarding lapsed complaint.
Form 23 - Application to review a decision (PDF File, 403.4 KB) - of a state agency. If you wish to appeal a decision made by QCAT complete Form 39 - Application for leave to appeal or appeal.
Form to be completed relating to an application to review a decision.
Form 24 - Application for review of a decision - Prostitution Act 1999 (PDF File, 460.0 KB)
Form to be completed relating to an application for review of decision – Prostitution Act 1999 (sections 64A and 64B).
Form 35 - Referral of a matter (non disciplinary) (PDF File, 401.1 KB)
Form to be completed relating to a referral of a matter (non-disciplinary).
Form 39 - Application for leave to appeal or appeal (PDF File, 429.1 KB)
Form to be completed relating to an application for leave to appeal or appeal.
Form 44 - Application to stay a decision (PDF File, 469.4 KB)
Application form relating to an application to stay a decision.
Request to file agreement (PDF File, 366.4 KB) for decisions made under the Information Privacy Act 2009
Form to be used if you have not made an application to the tribunal to resolve a dispute but have reached an agreement required to be filed in the tribunal.
Anti-discrimination matters
Learn more about anti-discrimination matters and the application process.
An application to review a decision of the Anti-Discrimination Commissioner regarding lapsed complaint can found in administrative decisions.
Complainant’s contentions on referral under the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (PDF File, 379.9 KB)
Form to be completed relating to an application for a complainant’s contentions on referral under the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991.
Form to be completed relating to an application for exemption or renewal of exemption from Anti-Discrimination Act 1991.
Form 35 - Referral of a matter (non disciplinary) (PDF File, 401.1 KB)
Form to be completed relating to a referral of a matter (non-disciplinary).
Respondent's contentions on referral under the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (PDF File, 378.6 KB)
Form to be completed relating to an application for a respondent’s contentions on referral under the anti-Discrimination Act 1991.
Building disputes
Learn more about building disputes and the application process.
Alleged defective work/incomplete work schedule (PDF File, 260.5 KB) - must be lodged with Form 25 or Form 26.
Form to be completed relating to alleged defective work/incomplete work schedule (for use in relation to domestic and commercial building disputes under the Queensland Building Services Authority Act 1991).
Form to be completed relating to an application for consent notice for major commercial building dispute – Queensland Building Services Authority Act 1991.
Form to be completed relating to an application for commercial building disputes – Queensland Building Services Authority Act 1991.
Form to be completed relating to an application for domestic building disputes – Queensland Building Services Authority Act 1991.
Form to be completed relating to an application for debt recovery proceeding – Queensland Building Services Authority Act 1991.
Form 36 - Response and/or counter-application (PDF File, 442.5 KB)
A response is a document that sets out each fact on which you rely to refute the application that has been made against you, and a counter-application is an application by the respondent against the applicant or another party.
Form 50 - Request for decision by default - unliquidated damages (PDF File, 380.5 KB) - refer to Practice Direction 2010/9 Directions for decisions by default - unliquidated damages.
Unliquidated damages arise when a claim is made for a sum which cannot be determined without consideration, by the Tribunal, of the applicant’s evidence in support of the claim.
Children and young people matters
Learn more about children and young people matters and the application process.
Form 17 - Application to review a decision - childrens matters (PDF File, 482.0 KB)
Form to be completed relating to an application to review a decision – childrens matters.
Form 18 - Child Guardian application (PDF File, 328.7 KB)
Form to be completed relating to a child guardian application.
Form to be completed relating to an Application for prohibition on entering premises of instructional institutions – Education (General Provisions) Act 2006.
Form 23 - Application to review a decision (PDF File, 403.4 KB) - of a state agency. If you wish to appeal a decision made by QCAT complete Form 39 - Application for leave to appeal or appeal.
Form to be completed relating to an application to review a decision.
Form 39 - Application for leave to appeal or appeal (PDF File, 429.1 KB)
Form to be completed relating to an application for leave to appeal or appeal.
Notice of election (PDF File, 309.6 KB)
Form to be completed relating to a notice of election – Child Protection Act 1999.
Consumer and trader disputes, and property damage disputes
Learn more about consumer and trader and property damage disputes and the application process.
Form 1 - Application for a minor civil dispute - consumer dispute (PDF File, 525.5 KB)
Form to be completed relating to an application for minor civil dispute – consumer dispute.
Form 8 - Minor civil dispute - counter application (PDF File, 561.5 KB)
A counter-application is an application by the respondent against the applicant or another party.
Debt disputes
Affidavit in support of a request for a decision by default (PDF File, 303.1 KB)
Form to be complete relating to an affidavit in support of a request for a decision by default.
Form 3 - Application for minor civil dispute - minor debt (PDF File, 306.1 KB) - Note that this form 3 is approved under the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal Act 2009
A minor civil dispute about minor debt can involve disagreements with another person, business or company about a fixed or agreed sum of money, valued up to $25,000. (Note that this form 3 is approved under the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal Act 2009)
Form 6 - Request for decision by default – minor civil dispute – minor debt (PDF File, 373.5 KB)
Form to be completed relating to an application for a request for decision by default - minor civil dispute – minor debt.
Form 7 - Response to minor civil dispute – minor debt (PDF File, 415.8 KB)
A response is a document which sets out each fact on which you rely to refute the application.
Dividing fences
Before making an application or response, please read Dividing fences and the Application checklist - dividing fence disputes .
Please note: if your dispute relates to recovering a debt based on an agreed fixed amount for fence work, refer to Form 3 - Application for minor civil dispute - minor debt under Debt disputes .Form 53 - Application for a minor civil dispute - dividing fences (PDF File, 298.9 KB)
A dividing fence dispute is a disagreement between neighbours about a fence, or a proposed fence, on the common boundary of adjoining lands.
Guardianship for adults matters
Learn more about guardianship for adults and the application process.
Form to be completed relating to an application for administration/guardianship appointment or review – Guardianship and Administration Act 2000.
The purpose of this form is to ask QCAT to declare that a particular person has the capacity to make decisions in relation to a matter.
Form to be completed relating to an application for miscellaneous matters – Guardianship and Administration Act 2000.
The Guardianship and Administration Act 2000 (the Act) provides that tribunal may approve special medical research.
Form to be completed relating to an application for approval to conduct experimental health care – Guardianship and Administration Act 2000.
The purpose of this form is to ask the tribunal to intervene to prevent a decision being made before it has held its hearing to determine whether or not the person involved has the capacity to make such a decision.
The Guardianship and Administration Act 2000 (the Act) provides that the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal (the tribunal) may approve clinical research.
The purpose of this form is to ask the tribunal to make an interim order prior to a final hearing and decision under the Guardianship and Administration Act 2000.
Guardianship plan - Guardianship and Administration Act 2000 (PDF File, 521.4 KB)
Form to be completed relating to an application for a guardianship plan – Guardianship and Administration Act 2000.
The Guardianship and Administration Act 2000 provides that QCAT must review an appointment of a guardian or administrator.
Record of Guardian’s decision - Guardianship and Administration Act 2000 (PDF File, 239.7 KB)
Form to be completed relating to an application for a record of guardian’s decision – Guardianship and Administration Act 2000.
Form to be completed to by medical and related health professionals to provide information to assist the tribunal to review the use of restrictive practices for adults with intellectual or cognitive disability and challenging behaviours, appoint guardians to make decisions about personal/lifestyle/health matters and restrictive practices, and appoint administrators to make decisions about financial and property matters for an adult with impaired decision-making capacity.
Miscellaneous matters
Use this form for:
- Application for leave to withdraw an application or referral
- Application for directions
- Application to dismiss or strike out a proceeding
- Application for a closed hearing
- Application for non-publication order
- Application to refer rejection or conditional acceptance of application or referral to tribunal for review
- Application for direction requiring another party to produce document, thing or information
- Application for order requiring person to produce document or thing.
Form 40 - Application for miscellaneous matters (PDF File, 425.8 KB)
Occupational regulation matters
Learn more about occupational regulation matters and the application process.
Form 22 - Application or referral - disciplinary proceeding (PDF File, 408.6 KB)
This form is to be completed by a board, chief executive, commission or other entity regarding an application or referral for a disciplinary proceeding.
Form 23 - Application to review a decision (PDF File, 403.4 KB) - of a state agency. If you wish to appeal a decision made by QCAT complete Form 39 - Application for leave to appeal or appeal.
Form to be completed relating to an application to review a decision.
Other civil disputes
Learn more about civil disputes and the application process.
Form to be completed relating to an application to resolve a complex dispute (excluding lot entitlement disputes) – Body Corporate and Community Management Act 1997.
Form to be completed relating to an application for the adjustment of a lot entitlement schedule – Body Corporate and Community Management Act 1997.
Form 3 - Dispute notice for referral to mediation - Retirement Villages Act 1999 (PDF File, 461.2 KB) - Note that this form 3 is approved under the Retirement Villages Act 1999
Form to be completed relating to an application for a dispute notice for referral to mediation – Retirement Villages Act 1999. (Note that this form 3 is approved under the Retirement Villages Act 1999)
Form 30 - Application – Manufactured Homes (Residential Parks) Act 2003 (PDF File, 507.5 KB)
Form to be completed relating to an application – Manufactured Homes (Residential Parks) Act 2003.
Form 31 - Application for a tribunal hearing – Retirement Villages Act 1999 (PDF File, 488.3 KB)
Form to be completed relating to an application for a tribunal hearing – Retirement Villages Act 1999.
Form to be completed relating to an application for a reimbursement order – Property Agents and Motor Dealers Act 2000.
Form to be completed relating to an application for marketeering proceeding (complaint) – Property Agents and Motor Dealers Act 2000.
Form 36 - Response and/or counter-application (PDF File, 442.5 KB)
A response is a document that sets out each fact on which you rely to refute the application that has been made against you, and a counter-application is an application by the respondent against the applicant or another party.
A tree dispute is a disagreement between neighbours about a tree or trees on adjoining properties.
A response is a document that sets out what you say about the application that has been made against you.
Other civil disputes - tree disputes
Before making an application or response, please read Tree dispute resolution and consult the Application checklist - Tree dispute resolution .
Please note: if your dispute relates to recovering a debt based on an agreed fixed amount for the removal of minor overhanging branches, refer to Form 3 - Application for minor civil dispute - minor debt under Debt disputesA tree dispute is a disagreement between neighbours about a tree or trees on adjoining properties.
A response is a document that sets out what you say about the application that has been made against you.
Residential tenancy disputes
Before making an application please read residential tenancy disputes, the application process and the Application checklist - residential tenancy .
Form 2 – Application for minor civil dispute – residential tenancy dispute (PDF File, 399.2 KB)
Form to be complete relating to an application for minor civil dispute – residential tenancy dispute.
Form 8 - Minor civil dispute - counter application (PDF File, 561.5 KB)
A counter-application is an application by the respondent against the applicant or another party.
Retail shop lease disputes
Learn more about retail shop lease disputes and the application process.
Form to be complete relating to an application for representation at mediation conference – Retail Shop Leases Act 1994.
Form to be complete relating to an application for an order to resolve a retail tenancy dispute – Retail Shop Leases Act 1994.
Form 4 - Notice of dispute - Retail Shop Leases Act 1994 (PDF File, 441.4 KB) - Note that this form 4 is approved under the Retail Shop Leases Act 1994
Form to be complete relating to an application for a notice of dispute – Retail Shop Leases Act 1994. (Note that this form 4 is approved under the Retail Shop Leases Act 1994)
Forms - general
Affidavits
Affidavit - generic (MS Word Document, 31.0 KB)
An affidavit is a formal sworn statement of fact, signed by the author, who is called the affiant or deponent, and witnessed as to the authenticity of the affiant's signature by a taker of oaths.
Affidavit in support of a request for a decision by default (PDF File, 303.1 KB)
Form to be complete relating to an affidavit in support of a request for a decision by default.
Form 9 - Affidavit of service (PDF File, 187.0 KB)
The Affidavit of service must be lodged in the QCAT registry where the application that started the proceeding was lodged.
SEPA form 4 for minor civil disputes (minor debts) - for interstate service (PDF File, 8.2 KB)
Form to be complete relating to the Service and Execution of Process Act form 4 for minor civil disputes (minor debts) - for interstate service.
SEPA form 4 for minor civil disputes (non minor debts) - for interstate service (PDF File, 8.3 KB)
Form to be complete relating to the Service and Execution of Process Act form 4 for non minor civil disputes (minor debts) - for interstate service.
Appeals
Form 39 - Application for leave to appeal or appeal (PDF File, 429.1 KB)
Form to be completed relating to an application for leave to appeal or appeal.
Change of contact details
Contact details update form (PDF File, 254.4 KB)
This form can be used to change your contact details with QCAT.
Fees and payments
Credit Card Payment Authorisation (PDF File, 183.8 KB)
Form to be completed if a client would like to make a credit card payment to QCAT.
Form 49 - Application for waiver of fees by reason of financial hardship (PDF File, 299.4 KB)
Form to be completed relating to an application for waiver of fees by reason of financial hardship.
Recordings
Request for reasons or audio recording form (PDF File, 255.6 KB)
Application form to be completed to request reasons for a decision or an audio recording of a hearing.
Service
Form 9 - Affidavit of service (PDF File, 187.0 KB)
The Affidavit of service must be lodged in the QCAT registry where the application that started the proceeding was lodged.
SEPA form 4 for minor civil disputes (minor debts) - for interstate service (PDF File, 8.2 KB)
Form to be complete relating to the Service and Execution of Process Act form 4 for minor civil disputes (minor debts) - for interstate service.
SEPA form 4 for minor civil disputes (non minor debts) - for interstate service (PDF File, 8.3 KB)
Form to be complete relating to the Service and Execution of Process Act form 4 for non minor civil disputes (minor debts) - for interstate service.
Other
Form to be completed relating to an application for attendance at hearing, compulsory conference or mediation by remote conferencing.
Application for decision order by consent (PDF File, 245.5 KB)
Form to be completed relating to an application for decision/order by consent.
Form 23 - Application to review a decision (PDF File, 403.4 KB) - of a state agency. If you wish to appeal a decision made by QCAT complete Form 39 - Application for leave to appeal or appeal.
Form to be completed relating to an application to review a decision.
Form 36 - Response and/or counter-application (PDF File, 442.5 KB)
A response is a document that sets out each fact on which you rely to refute the application that has been made against you, and a counter-application is an application by the respondent against the applicant or another party.
Form to be completed relating to an application for notice requiring witness to attend or produce document or thing.
Form 40 - Application for miscellaneous matters (PDF File, 425.8 KB)
Form to be completed relating to an application for miscellaneous matters.
Form 41 - Application for interim order (PDF File, 270.3 KB)
Form to be completed relating to an application for interim order.
Form to be completed relating to an application to extend or shorten a time limit or for waiver of compliance with procedural requirement.
Form 43 - Application for reopening, correction, renewal or amendment (PDF File, 211.7 KB)
Form to be completed relating to an application for reopening, correction, renewal or amendment.
Form 44 - Application to stay a decision (PDF File, 469.4 KB)
Application form relating to an application to stay a decision.
Form 45 - Application to be joined to a proceeding (PDF File, 364.9 KB)
Form to be completed relating to an application to be joined to a proceeding.
Form 55 - Application to set aside or amend a default decision (PDF File, 265.7 KB)
Use this form to apply to the tribunal to set aside or amend a decision by default.
Form 56 - Application for leave to be represented (PDF File, 293.1 KB)
Form to be completed relating to an application for leave to be represented.
Request to file agreement (PDF File, 366.4 KB) for decisions made under the Information Privacy Act 2009
Form to be used if you have not made an application to the tribunal to resolve a dispute but have reached an agreement required to be filed in the tribunal.