Bankruptcy Forms & Documents Guide
Everything you need to file Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy
Official Bankruptcy Forms
All bankruptcy cases require specific forms filed with the U.S. Bankruptcy Court. Forms are available free from the U.S. Courts website.
⚠️ Important: Always use the most current forms from uscourts.gov. Forms are updated regularly and outdated forms may be rejected.
Required Forms for Chapter 7
| Form Number | Form Name | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Form 101 | Voluntary Petition | Initiates bankruptcy case |
| Form 106A/B | Schedule A/B: Property | List all assets |
| Form 106C | Schedule C: Exemptions | Claim property exemptions |
| Form 106D | Schedule D: Secured Creditors | List secured debts |
| Form 106E/F | Schedule E/F: Creditors | List priority and unsecured debts |
| Form 106G | Schedule G: Executory Contracts | List leases and contracts |
| Form 106H | Schedule H: Codebtors | List any codebtors |
| Form 106I | Schedule I: Income | Current income details |
| Form 106J | Schedule J: Expenses | Monthly expense details |
| Form 106Sum | Summary of Schedules | Overview of financial situation |
| Form 106Dec | Declaration | Signature under penalty of perjury |
| Form 107 | Statement of Financial Affairs | Financial history and transactions |
| Form 108 | Statement of Intention | Plans for secured property |
| Form 122A-1 | Chapter 7 Means Test | Determine Chapter 7 eligibility |
Additional Chapter 13 Forms
- Form 122C-1: Chapter 13 Statement of Current Monthly Income
- Form 122C-2: Chapter 13 Calculation of Disposable Income
- Chapter 13 Plan: Local form varies by district
Supporting Documents Needed
- Tax returns (2 years)
- Pay stubs (6 months)
- Bank statements (6 months)
- Credit counseling certificate
- Photo ID and Social Security card
- Property deeds and titles
- Loan documents
- Insurance policies
- Retirement account statements
- Business records (if applicable)
Where to Get Forms
Official Source: U.S. Courts Website
Forms are provided in fillable PDF format and must be filed with your local bankruptcy court.
⚠️ Filing Tip: Most bankruptcy courts now require electronic filing through CM/ECF or allow pro se filers to submit forms on USB drives. Check your local court's requirements.