This page has information how to complete and submit an unfair dismissal application to the Fair Work Commission
You will need one form:
Form F2 - Unfair Dismissal Application
If you cannot afford the application fee, it is possible to apply to waive (cancel) the fee. In this case you will need a second form:
Form F80 – Waiver of application fee
You can get copies of forms from:
You can complete the form on a computer (by downloading a Word file and typing in the spaces provided) or you can print it out and complete it neatly in blue or black pen. The form should be printed on A4 sized paper.
You will need to include:
If you need more space for your answer you can attach extra pages.
The form also includes space to give your credit card details if you want to pay the application fee by credit card.
You will need to print and sign the form.
Instructions: Instructions - Form F2 - Unfair dismissal application
Sample: Sample- Form F2 - Unfair dismissal application
Make sure you keep a copy of the form for your records.
You can lodge the form:
You will need to pay a fee to lodge the application. To see the current fees, go to Fees and Costs on the Fair Work Commission’s website.
You can pay the filing fee by:
All cheques and Money Orders should be made payable to 'The Collector of Public Monies, FWC'.
If you are applying by facsimile you must usually pay by credit card. If you do not have a credit card you should contact the Commission to find out if they will still accept a faxed application and allow you to pay in some other way.
If you are lodging the form by email or post, you do not fill in credit card details on the form. A Commission officer will contact you about payment, within 3 business days from the date of lodgment.
If you are posting the form, make sure you give yourself plenty of time as you must meet the time limit. The Commission must receive your application within 21 days of the date you were dismissed.
If you can’t pay the fee, you can apply for the Commission to waive (cancel) the fee. You will need to complete a Form F80 – Waiver of application fee, and file it with your application.
You will have to give details of your finances on the waiver form. If the Commission approves your waiver application, you will not need to pay the application fee.
After you file your application the Commission will arrange a conciliation. The Commission will send a notice of listing to you and your employer telling you the date and time of the conciliation. You should start preparing for the conciliation.
The Commission will also ask your employer to fill out a form responding to your application. Your employer should send a copy of this form to you.
For more information, see Conciliation, in Unfair dismissal.
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