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How to Apply for Child Support Services

Child support services are automatically provided to individuals who are receiving or have received Family Independence Program (FIP) benefits and/or Medical Assistance (Medicaid). Individuals complete the IV-D Child Support Services Application/Referral form (DHS-1201) when receiving Food Assistance Program (FAP) or Child Development and Care (CDC) benefits. Your Department of Human Service's caseworker will refer you to your Child Support Specialist at the Office of Child Support. If you do not receive FIP, FAP, CDC or Medicaid benefits, you can apply for child support services by filling out an application. The IV-D Child Support Services Application/Referral form (DHS-1201) is located at: http://www.michigan.gov/documents/DHS-1201_136519_7.pdf.

If you have questions about the application process, contact the Office of Child Support toll-free at 1-866-540-0008.

If you already have a court order for child support and wish to apply for child support services, you may contact your local Friend of the Court. County Friend of the Court telephone numbers are located at: http://www.michigan.gov/documents/FIA-IVR-Phone-Numbers_94093_7.pdf.