Letter of demand (debt recovery)

Disputes · AU

A formal letter demanding payment of an outstanding debt before further recovery action.

Who it is for

Someone owes you money and has not responded to informal requests for payment.

When to see a lawyer instead

If the debtor disputes the debt, the amount is large, or this letter does not resolve it — see a lawyer before pursuing court action (e.g. small claims/Magistrates Court).

What you will fill in

• Debtor name
• Amount owed ($)
• Reason for the debt
• Your name (creditor)

Source: BIXSO staff-drafted

This is legal information, not legal advice.