Free Bankruptcy Forms

The official bankruptcy forms that you need to file for both Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy are available online through the website of the U.S. Courts, where you can complete the forms online, save them, and print them. We've separated the forms into helpful categories because all the court forms are listed in a single list without information explaining which you'll need to file.

Before you get started, you'll want to gather the paperwork you'll need to complete the forms. Once ready, you'll complete the official bankruptcy forms found on the U.S. Court's bankruptcy form webpage. We've separated the forms into helpful categories because the court's list isn't the easiest to use.

Your case will begin once you file them with your local bankruptcy court. If you aren't sure where to file, use the Federal Court Finder.

Bankruptcy Forms List by Chapter

You'll use the forms in the first list when filing for Chapters 7 and 13. Next, you'll find forms specific to each bankruptcy chapter. The final list includes forms you might or might not need, depending on your case.

Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 Forms

Everyone who files for bankruptcy must complete and file the following forms even if there's nothing to report (write "none" in the disclosure box). If you don't file a form because you don't think it applies, the trustee will move to dismiss your case. (11 U.S.C. § 521.)

• B 101 Voluntary Petition for Individuals Filing for Bankruptcy
• B 105 Involuntary Petition Against an Individual
• B 106 Declaration About an Individual Debtor's Schedules
• B 106 A Summary of Your Assets and Liabilities and Certain Statistical Information
• B 106A/B Schedule A/B: Property
• B 106C Schedule C: The Property You Claim as Exempt
• B 106D Schedule D: Creditors Who Hold Claims Secured By Property
• B 106E/F Schedule E/F: Creditors Who Have Unsecured Claims
• B 106G Schedule G: Executory Contracts and Unexpired Leases
• B 106H Schedule H: Your Codebtors
• B 106I Schedule I: Your Income
• B 106J Schedule J: Your Expenses
• B 107 Your Statement of Financial Affairs for Individuals Filing for Bankruptcy
• B 121 Your Statement About Your Social Security Numbers

Additional required form. You'll also need to prepare a list of the names and addresses of your creditors using the format required by your court's local rules. You'll find the local rules on the court's website.

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Forms

You must file the first two forms in a Chapter 7 case. The last two forms can help you pass the means test and qualify for a Chapter 7 debt discharge. (11 U.S.C. § 707(b).)

• B 108 Statement of Intention for Individuals Filing Under Chapter 7
• B 122A-1 Chapter 7 Statement of Your Current Monthly Income
• B 122A-1Supp Statement of Exemption from Presumption of Abuse Under §707(b)(2)
• B 122A-2 Chapter 7 Means Test Calculation

Find out about the Chapter 7 bankruptcy process.

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Forms

You'll need these forms for your Chapter 13 plan. You can learn about calculating your Chapter 13 plan here.

• B 113 Chapter 13 Plan
• B 122C-1 Chapter 13 Statement of Your Current Monthly Income and Calculation of Commitment Period
• B 122C-2 Chapter 13 Calculation of Your Disposable Income

Additional Bankruptcy Forms You Might Need

These forms aren't required in each case—only when applicable. For instance, you'll use one or more if you need to disclose an eviction judgment, want help paying the bankruptcy fee, if you're paying expenses for two homes, or if you used a bankruptcy petition preparer.

• B 101A Initial Statement About an Eviction Judgment Against You
• B 101B Statement About Payment of an Eviction Judgment Against You
• B 103A Application for Individuals to Pay the Filing Fee in Installments
• B 103B Application to Have the Chapter 7 Filing Fee Waived
• B 106J-2 Schedule J-2: Expenses for Separate Household of Debtor 2
• B 119 Bankruptcy Petition Preparer's Notice, Declaration and Signature

If an attorney represents you, your attorney will need to disclose how much you paid for legal services, and if you didn't pay personally, the name of the person who paid on your behalf. Your lawyer will know which form to use. Learn about typical lawyer fees in Chapter 7.

How to Fill Out the Bankruptcy Forms

Each form has instructions explaining the type of information needed. However, the forms don't cover the legal consequences of your entries, so it's crucial that you understand what will happen in your case by doing research or consulting with a bankruptcy lawyer.