N5B Form GuideN5B Form Guide
Use accelerated possession correctly after Section 21 service, with filing steps and evidence checks.
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N5B Form Guide — Accelerated PossessionN5B Form Guide — Accelerated Possession
Form N5B is the fastest way to get a possession order after serving Section 21. No court hearing needed in most cases. If you also need to recover arrears, see our Money Claim Online (MCOL) guide.
Unlike generic form builders, we validate 20+ legal requirements before generating court-ready documents — reducing the risk of rejected claims.
- Compliance checks included before documents are generated
- Jurisdiction-specific documents for UK landlord workflows
- Step-by-step guided wizard built to reduce mistakes and rework
Section 21 Required First
Form N5B can only be used after serving a valid Form 6A Section 21 notice and the notice period has expired. If you haven't served notice yet, start with our Section 21 template.
N5B vs N5: Which Form Do You Need?
Choose based on your eviction notice type and whether you're claiming rent arrears.
| Feature | N5B (Accelerated) | N5 (Standard) |
|---|---|---|
| Notice type | Section 21 only | Section 8 or Section 21 |
| Court hearing | Usually no | Yes, required |
| Typical timeline | 6-8 weeks | 8-12 weeks |
| Claim rent arrears? | ||
| Court fee | £355 | £355 |
| Written tenancy required? | No |
Our Recommendation
Use N5B when you just want possession quickly and don't need to claim arrears. Use N5 when you have Section 8 grounds or want to include an arrears claim. Our Complete Pack includes both forms so you're covered either way.
How to Fill In Form N5B
Key sections you'll need to complete on the accelerated possession form.
Claimant and Defendant Details
Enter your name (or company name) as the claimant, and all tenant names as defendants. Include full addresses for both parties.
Property Details
Full address of the rental property. Confirm it's let on an assured shorthold tenancy and the date the tenancy began.
Section 21 Notice Details
Date the Section 21 notice was served, the date it expires, and confirmation that Form 6A was used. You'll attach a copy of the notice.
Compliance Confirmation
Confirm the deposit was protected, prescribed information provided, and all required documents were given to the tenant (EPC, gas certificate, How to Rent guide).
Statement of Truth
Sign the statement confirming all information is true. False statements can be contempt of court — ensure everything is accurate.
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What Happens After You File N5B
The court process from filing to possession order.
Court Issues Claim
Week 1Court sends copy to tenant with defence form. Tenant has 14 days to respond.
Defence Period
Week 2-3If tenant files defence, court may order a hearing. If no defence, proceeds to paper decision.
Judge Reviews
Week 4-6Judge reviews documents and makes decision. If satisfied, issues possession order.
Possession Order
Week 6-8Order gives tenant 14 days to leave. If they don't, apply for warrant of possession.
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For general information only. This page provides educational content about UK landlord law and is not legal advice. Laws vary by jurisdiction and change over time. For advice specific to your situation, consult a qualified solicitor.