What is a Child Maintenance Agreement?

A child maintenance agreement is an arrangement between parents regarding the financial support for their child. A child maintenance agreement usually includes the following: The amount of maintenance payable, the duration, payment method & how the agreement can be reviewed & adjusted if there is a change of circumstances. This agreement is typically made when the parents are no longer living together, such as in the case of divorce, separation, or unmarried parents who are not in a relationship.