Office of Child Support Enforcement

The Office of Child Support Enforcement (OCSE) is a U.S. federal agency that helps ensure that children receive the financial support they need from non-custodial parents. It works with state and local agencies to establish, collect, and distribute child support payments. OCSE provides resources for parents to navigate child support issues, promotes responsible parenting, and helps locate absent parents. Their goal is to strengthen families and enhance children's well-being by ensuring that parental financial obligations are met and by assisting with related services, such as paternity establishment and enforcement of support orders.