The Women’s Charter governs civil divorce cases for non-Muslims in Singapore. Eligibility and restrictions on filing for divorce If you are wondering how to file for divorce in Singapore, sections 93 and 94 of the Women’s Charter stipulate that: At least one of the...
A deed of separation operates within the broader Singapore family law framework and is often the first formal step a couple takes before commencing divorce proceedings. In Singapore, legal separation (for 3 years preceding the filing of divorce and with the consent of...
Maintenance orders are an integral part of Singapore divorce and family law, designed to ensure that financially dependent spouses and children are adequately supported after a marriage ends. In this article, we will run through the general laws surrounding spousal...
A divorce is never easy but can become even more complicated if it becomes a contested divorce proceeding. In many cases, agreeing to a simplified uncontested divorce can be the best alternative for both spouses notwithstanding who is the plaintiff or the defendant....
With almost every third person in Singapore coming from abroad, marriages between foreigners and Singaporeans are not uncommon. When expats marry in Singapore, they have to account for all local regulations not only to have a valid marriage but also to manage all...
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