The North Carolina Application to Proceed In Form Paupers (IFP) is a legal form that allows a person to request the court waive the payment of court fees due to their financial inability to pay. It is also known as a "pauper's affidavit". The IFP application must be completed and filed with the clerk of the court in which the case is being heard. There are two types of North Carolina Application to Proceed In Form Paupers: 1. The General IFP Application: This application is used when all parties to the action are individuals and the action is not a divorce, child custody, or adoption. 2. The Special IFP Application: This application is used when any party to the action is a corporation, partnership, or organization, or when the action is a divorce, child custody, or adoption. The North Carolina Application to Proceed In Form Paupers must include the applicant's name, address, and financial information. The applicant must also provide a statement of their financial condition and specify the court costs for which they are requesting a waiver. The applicant must swear or affirm that the information provided is true and correct. Once the application is filed, the clerk of the court will review the application and determine if the applicant is qualified to proceed without paying court fees.