Enforce a CCJ

To enforce a County Court Judgment (CCJ), the judgment can be transferred to the High Court, allowing our High Court Enforcement Officers (HCEOs) to take action. This includes issuing a Notice of Enforcement (giving the debtor 7 clear days to pay) and, if necessary, attending the debtor’s premises to recover the debt. You can start the process by instructing us online or calling 020 7788 8484. For a detailed guide, see our full resource on how to enforce a CCJ.

The timeline for High Court enforcement varies by case. Transferring the CCJ to the High Court typically takes 10–14 days, the Notice of Enforcement allows 7 clear days for payment, and enforcement visits follow if the debt remains unpaid. Many judgments are fully enforced within a few weeks, though more complex cases may take longer.

The transfer itself is free and usually takes 10–14 days. Issuing a Writ of Control carries a court fee of £80 payable to HMCTS. If enforcement is unsuccessful, a compliance fee of £90 applies. Where possible, all fees are recoverable from the debtor.

For corporate CCJs, a warrant of execution can be obtained. Our HCEOs may then seize assets of value owned by the company to recover the debt. All actions are conducted in full compliance with the High Court enforcement framework, ensuring legal authority and safe recovery.

Enforcement must generally begin within six years of obtaining the judgment. Once enforcement has started within this period, further actions can continue beyond six years if required. This aligns with statutory limitation periods under English law and ensures actions remain legally valid.

Yes, some foreign judgments can be enforced in England and Wales, provided they are recognised under English law. Our team assesses each case to confirm whether the judgment is enforceable and advises on the best approach.

No. Debts regulated by the Consumer Credit Act (CCA), or those that have already been fully paid, cannot be enforced through High Court CCJ procedures. Our experts review your judgment to confirm eligibility.

If the debtor does not comply after the Notice of Enforcement, our HCEOs can take legally permitted steps, such as seizing assets, arranging voluntary payment agreements or other enforcement actions under High Court authority. Every action is documented to ensure compliance and accountability.

Yes. All CCJ enforcement is conducted in line with the Civil Procedure Rules and High Court enforcement regulations, ensuring ethical, safe, and legally enforceable actions. Equivo is accredited and regulated by the FCA, SRA and MoJ, and our High Court Enforcement Officers operate under full legal authority, giving clients confidence that every step of the process is professional, compliant, and accountable.