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Request Child Contact Letter Template
How to formally request contact with your child from the other parent — what to include, your legal rights, and a free letter generator.
← All Letter Templates · Family Law · Last updated 18 August 2026
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If you need to formally request contact with your child from the other parent, a written letter is the recommended first step — it creates a clear record and shows you're pursuing the matter formally. Below is what a strong request child contact should include, plus a free tool to generate yours.
What this letter needs to cover
- Identify the children involved
- Set out the proposed contact schedule including regular contact
- Holidays and special occasions
- Reference the welfare principle under section 1 of the Children Act 1989 and the presumption of parental involvement
- Propose mediation through a family mediator before any court application
- Request a written response within a reasonable timeframe
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