How to dispute enforcement-agent fees

Start with an itemised statement showing the debt, enforcement type, instruction date, stages, payments and disbursements.

Identify the exact item and regulation. High Court and non-High Court scales differ, and transitional rules may apply after 1 May 2026.

CPR 84.16 may permit assessment. Complaints, debt challenges, third-party claims and EAC2 complaints address different issues and do not automatically stop enforcement.

Sources and scope

This site concerns England and Wales. Principal sources include Schedule 12 to the Tribunals, Courts and Enforcement Act 2007, the Taking Control of Goods Regulations 2013, the Taking Control of Goods (Fees) Regulations 2014, CPR Part 84 and the GOV.UK bailiff guide.

This article or page was last checked on 20 July 2026. The next check will be on 20 July 2028. Law and procedure can change; check the current official position before acting.