Portsmouth Combined Court Centre

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What brings you here?

Pick the one that matches your situation

I've received a letter from this court

A claim form, hearing notice, judgment, or other correspondence — see how to respond.

I have a hearing or my claim has been defended

Allocation, directions questionnaires, what happens at the hearing, costs and appeals.

I can't afford the court fee

Apply for help with fees (form EX160) if you're on benefits or low income.

I owe a CCJ but can't pay it all at once

Ask the court to let you pay by instalments using form N245 — keeps you out of enforcement.

I want to clear a paid CCJ

If you've paid a county court judgment, apply for a certificate of satisfaction (form N443).

I won my case but they won't pay

Enforce a judgment with a warrant of control, attachment of earnings, or charging order.

Opening hours

Court open

Monday to Friday

8am to 5pm

Counter open

Urgent enquiries only 10am to 2pm (County Court)(Llys Sirol)

Telephone enquiries answered

Monday to Friday

9am to 5pm

Services available

Adoption

Bankruptcy

Childcare arrangements if you separate from your partner

Crime

Divorce hearings

Domestic abuse

Female Genital Mutilation

Forced marriage

High Court cases – serious or high profile criminal or civil law cases

Housing

Money claims

Single justice procedure

Benefits

Accessibility & facilities

Accessibility features

Ramp access to main entrance

Lifts to all floors

All courtrooms are accessible

Hidden Disabilities Sunflower network (Lanyards available on request)

Assistance dogs are welcome

Security arch

Catering available Monday to Friday 9am until 2pm for hot and cold food to eat in or take away. Coffee machine and a vending machine are also available.

Wireless Internet access

Assistance dogs welcome

Sunflower scheme available

This court has Prison Video Link facilities which is available for hearings, conferences and legal visits. To book a booth email portsmouthcrown@justice.gov.uk , subject heading Video Link Booking or telephone 02392 893061.

Languages

English

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Professional access scheme

This court participates in the scheme.

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