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Welcome to the West Virginia Bureau for Child Support Enforcement (BCSE). This application
is available to anyone with Internet access, Adobe Acrobat Reader, and a printer. If a printer is
not available, you will need to contact your local DHHR-BCSE to request an application and to
schedule an appointment. If you do not have Adobe Acrobat reader, you can install it for free.
Click on the "Get Acrobat Reader" picture below:

The WV BCSE offers a variety of services to help you to secure support from the parent(s) of the
child. Some of the services available through the WV BCSE are:
- Locating the parent(s)
- Legally establishing paternity
- Establishing child support
- Establishing medical support and/or health insurance coverage
- Collecting support payments
- Enforcing a court order
- Reviewing and modifying the court order
Please be prepared to verify certain information in order for your case to be processed. Failure to
provide copies of these documents could delay the processing of your case.
Complete one application for each Obligor.
Please use ink; print clearly and legibly.
Please note that there is only one page for Child Information. If you have more than one child,
you will need to fill out the additional child form located at the bottom of this page.
Once you have completed the application and have carefully read your Rights and
Responsibilities, sign and date the application. Some pages of the application require signatures before a Notary Public. DO NOT sign without a
notary present. If you can not locate a notary, these pages can be completed at your appointment
with the BCSE. You will need to contact your local DHHR-BCSE
office by mail or telephone to schedule an appointment. Should you have further questions you
may contact your local office or BCSE Customer Service Unit at 1-800-249-3778.
Please choose
below to view local office information or start the application process:
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