Urgent

Received an official letter, summons or document request?

First identify the authority, the response deadline and what the document is asking for. Do not send a random reply before understanding the request.

First steps

Check the sender

Authority name, case/reference number and document date.

Find the deadline

Record the date of receipt and the final response date if one is stated.

Collect attachments

Keep every page of the letter and all attachments together.

Identify the type of matter

Determine whether it is a request for documents, summons, notice or decision.

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