About DCSE
Welcome to the Delaware Division of Child Support Enforcement's website where you'll find information on the purpose of child support, how and where to apply for services, the types of services offered, enforcement measures, and frequently asked questions.
Direct Deposit is available to all DCSE clients. It's convenient, fast, free, and secure. Sign up today!
Publications & Forms has APPLICATIONS for Child Support Services and Direct Deposit, FORMS for Change of Name and Address, Affidavit of Lost or Stolen Check, BROCHURES on Direct Deposit and Customer Service.
Paternity Establishment determines a child's legal father. The Voluntary Acknowledgement Program (VAP) is a free service to unwed parents; it names the child's legal father without having to go to court.
Regulations explain roles and responsibilities of collaborating government agencies, including the Delaware Department of Justice and Family Court of Delaware.
Our Automated Assistance Line (AAL) is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and provides pre-recorded information (in English & Spanish), including payment information. Customer Service Representatives are also available to speak with you during regular office hours, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (EST).
Need assistance with your child support case but can't make it in Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.? All three of our offices remain open until 7:00 PM the first Wednesday of every month.
Our Speakers Bureau is also available to conduct presentations and participate in local community events. FAX your inquiries or requests to DCSE Community Relations and include: Event, Date, Time, Location, Organization, and Contact Information (including name, telephone, fax, and e-mail).
No person shall, on the ground of race, color, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital status, disability, or sexual orientation, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under the Delaware IV-D child support program.
