Supporting Children, Empowering Parents and Families

Raising a child takes support. We are here to help.

The Division of Child Support Enforcement (DCSE) helps parents and caregivers take steps to support children. Whether you need to establish paternity, open or manage a child support case, we are here to help guide you through the process. 

Start or manage your case using the MyChildSupport portal—or choose an option below.

Go to MyChildSupport

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About Child Support

Learn how we help parents and caregivers with child support services.

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Apply for Child Support

Apply to establish a child support order or get help with an existing case.

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Easy Ways to Pay

Choose a safe, simple way to make child support payments and manage your payment options.

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Contact Us

Get help with your child support case or find contact information for DCSE offices.

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Need assistance by phone? 

  • Child Support Customer Service Center: 1-800-468-8894 (Mon. – Fri., 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.) 
  • Virginia Family Violence and Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-838-8238 (24 hours/7 days a week) 
  • 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call, text or chat 988 (24 hours/7 days a week)  

You are not alone. Help and hope are always here.