How much does it cost to file for bankruptcy in California? How can I pay for filing for bankruptcy?

It costs $299.00 to file Chapter 7 bankruptcy in the state of California, and it costs $274.00 to file Chapter 13 bankruptcy. If you cannot afford to pay the filing fee for Chapter 7 bankruptcy upfront, then you may pay it in installments, or you may even be granted in a filing fee waiver in some situations, based on your household income and family size.