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Application process - administration for adult matters

To appoint an individual as an administrator, you must be able to demonstrate to QCAT that there is a specific need for the appointment and that the existing arrangements for decision making are inadequate.

Before you lodge an application you:

  • should notify the adult concerned about what you intend to do
  • must check whether the adult has given anyone power under an enduring document such as an enduring power of attorney. Before you lodge the application you should tell the person appointed by the adult under the enduring document about what you intend to do.

To apply for the appointment of an administrator complete and lodge:

Form 10 - Application for administration/guardianship appointment or review - Guardianship and Administration Act 2000 (PDF, 792.5 KB)

A financial management plan for proposed administrators - Guardianship and Administration Act 2000 (PDF, 833.8 KB)

Report by medical and related health professionals – Guardianship and Administration Act 2000 (PDF, 579.8 KB)

Form 11 - Application for a declaration about capacity - Guardianship and Administration Act 2000, where required (PDF, 815.1 KB)

To make an application in relation to any other administration matter complete and lodge:

Form 12 - Application for miscellaneous matters - Guardianship and Administration Act 2000 (PDF, 724.1 KB)

Form 15 - Application for stay of a decision pending a hearing - Guardianship and Administration Act 2000 (PDF, 726.3 KB)

Once your application and forms have been received QCAT will review the information you provided. You will then be contacted by QCAT about the next steps that will happen in relation to your case.

Any description of QCAT's jurisdiction on this website is general information only and is not intended to precisely define the types of applications that QCAT has the power to decide. QCAT's jurisdiction is determined by the relevant legislation. If you are unsure about your legal rights you should seek legal advice. Any actions taken to resolve your dispute should be determined by your individual circumstances.

Read more about your matter type before making an application.

Last reviewed
9 November 2011
Last updated
27 March 2012

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