Knowledge & Insights
Can I enforce orders made by the Syariah Court in the Family Court?
Can I enforce orders made by the Syariah Court in the Family Court? This relates to a situation where you have a Singapore Syariah Court Order that you wish to enforce against your spouse. You may choose to file a Magistrate's Complaint for breach of the Order under...
How To File For Muslim Divorce In Singapore: Procedure, How Long It Will Take And How To Get A Lawyer
Going through a Muslim Divorce in Singapore can be confusing because there are specific steps you need to follow. This guide is here to help make things clearer. We’ll talk about how to file for Divorce, what happens in Court, how to find a Divorce lawyer in Singapore...
What are the legal requirements for a Divorce?
Legal requirements to fulfil before you can get a Divorce in Singapore The Family Court will only grant a Divorce if it is convinced that there has been an irretrievable marriage breakdown. To prove that the marriage has irretrievably broken down, you must prove one...
How do you get the Court’s permission to apply for Divorce if you have been married for less than 3 years?
Procedure to get Court's permission for Divorce You will need to get the Court’s permission to apply for a Divorce in Singapore if your marriage is less than 3 years old. You will need to prove to the Court that either: You have suffered exceptional hardship during...
How long must you have been married in order to get a Divorce?
How long must you have been married in order to get a Divorce? There is a time-based requirement to qualify for a Divorce in Singapore. You can only apply for a Divorce in Singapore if you have been married for 3 years or more, otherwise you will need to obtain the...
Who can apply for a Divorce in Singapore?
Who can apply for a Divorce in Singapore? You need to satisfy certain criteria before the Family Court will allow you to get a Divorce in Singapore. You can apply to get a Divorce in Singapore if: You or your spouse is domiciled in Singapore at the time of start of...