Application for Waiver of Filing Fee

An Application for Waiver of Filing Fee is a legal document filed by a debtor in a bankruptcy case to request a waiver of the filing fee required to initiate the case. The filing fee for a bankruptcy case can be several hundred dollars, depending on the type of case and the jurisdiction. For debtors who cannot afford to pay the filing fee, the bankruptcy court may grant a waiver of the fee if the debtor can demonstrate financial hardship. The Application for Waiver of Filing Fee typically includes information about the debtor’s income, expenses, and assets, as well as a statement explaining the debtor’s inability to pay the fee. If the application is approved, the debtor will be able to proceed with the bankruptcy case without paying the filing fee.