This is the U.S. Office of Child Support Enforcement (OCSE) website, providing:
✔ State-by-state child support guidelines
✔ Payment tools & enforcement options
✔ Forms and applications
✔ Parenting resources
It’s the most reliable source for federal and state child support information.
2. Key Features of the Website
Find Your State’s Child Support Program
Each state has its own rules and enforcement agencies. The site helps you:
✅ Locate your local child support office
✅ Access state-specific calculators (to estimate payments)
✅ Learn about enforcement policies (wage garnishment, license suspension)
3. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
❓ How do I check my child support balance?
Most states have an online portal (linked on www.childsupport.gov) where you can log in and view payments.
❓ Can I modify my child support order?
Yes, but you must file a request with the court—the site explains how to start the process.
❓ What if the other parent lives in a different state?
The Uniform Interstate Family Support Act (UIFSA) ensures orders are enforced across states. The site helps you navigate interstate cases.
❓ Is there help for low-income parents?
Many states offer free legal aid or fee waivers—check your state’s program page.
4. Additional Resources on the Site
✔ Parenting Time & Visitation Rights – How custody affects support
✔ Health Care Coverage – Medicaid and insurance options
✔ Employment Assistance – Job training for non-custodial parents
5. What the Website Doesn’t Do
It can’t change court orders (only the court can do that).
It doesn’t provide legal advice (but it links to legal aid).
Payments aren’t processed here (you’ll use your state’s system).
