Serving a Claim Outside the Jurisdiction

Question 1

How long is a claim form valid for when served outside the jurisdiction?

Answer 1

6 months

Question 2

How long is a claim form valid for when served inside the jurisdiction?

Answer 2

4 months

Question 3

When is permission not required for serving outside the jurisdiction?

Answer 3

• Hague Convention choice of court
• Contractual term conferring jurisdiction on the courts of England and Wales
  Permission required in all other cases.

Question 4

What is the procedure for issuing claim form outside of the jurisdiction without permission?

Answer 4

File form N510 when issuing claim form, confirming basis of jurisdiction

Question 5

What is the procedure for issuing claim form outside of the jurisdiction with permission?

Answer 5

Make interim application using Form N244

Question 6

What are the methods of service outside the UK?

Answer 6

Service must comply with law of destination country

Question 7

How long does D have to respond when served outside the jurisdiction?

Answer 7

Varies, depending primarily on the country in which service takes place.