Divorce in Singapore

Divorce in Singapore
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Separation – A Precursor to Divorce
Separation – A Precursor to Divorce
In Singapore, separation can be formal or informal; it may be a precursor to divorce, but not always. Separation has always been one way of demonstrating the irretrievable breakdown of a marriage; the other three grounds are adultery, desertion, and unreasonable behaviour. Separation was often the preferred choice of couples where neither was at fault for the marriage breakdown, and didn’t want to proceed on a fault-based scenario. Now, the...
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Divorce in Singapore: A Comprehensive Guide
Divorce in Singapore: A Comprehensive Guide
There is only one basis on which to obtain a divorce in Singapore: the irretrievable breakdown of a marriage. Couples may talk about grounds for divorce, like adultery or unreasonable behaviour, but these are all different ways of demonstrating the same thing, that being, the marriage has irretrievably broken down. They are not separate grounds for divorce. The process is straightforward, providing specific eligibility criteria are met. There is a...
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Grounds for Divorce in Singapore
Grounds for Divorce in Singapore
People often talk about different grounds for divorce, like adultery or desertion, but there is only one ground for divorce in Singapore, and that is the irretrievable breakdown of a marriage. The law defines four scenarios called facts. These facts are not standalone but are used to prove the ground for divorce: the marriage has irretrievably broken down. There are plans to change the law in Singapore so that divorce...
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Child Custody, Care and Control
Child Custody, Care and Control
Nothing causes as much emotion and disputes as the custody of children in a divorce case. Feelings may run high over a property or a family pet, but the focus of most of the arguments during a divorce is undoubtedly the children. Custody differs from care and control, both of which are the subject of orders from the court during divorce proceedings. The difference between child custody and care and...
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Guide to Uncontested Divorce in Singapore
Guide to Uncontested Divorce in Singapore
Whether a divorce is contested or uncontested is solely a decision of the married couple. An uncontested divorce is usually quicker and less expensive. If a divorce is amicable and the spouses can largely agree, then there is less dispute and negotiation, shortening the process and the cost. An amendment to the Women’s Charter in Singapore means it’s possible to divorce by mutual agreement from 2023. This change is designed...
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Divorce by Mutual Agreement
Divorce by Mutual Agreement
Divorce in Singapore can be lengthy and expensive, particularly if contested or acrimonious. Bitter disputes mean divorce takes longer, costs more in legal fees, and has an adverse effect on the married couple and their children. It has been the case until recently in Singapore that people must show an irretrievable breakdown of their marriage. The legal facts which can demonstrate this are largely blame-based. In 2022, Parliament in Singapore...
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Guide to Contested Divorce
Guide to Contested Divorce
A contested divorce in Singapore can mean one of two things. A spouse contests the basis for divorce. For instance, one party alleges a legally defined fact like adultery and the other spouse contests it, or the divorce is by mutual agreement, but the ancillary matters are disputed. A contested divorce usually takes longer and is more stressful and costly. The process is adversarial and involves court proceedings. Mediation can...
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Marriage Annulment in Singapore
Marriage Annulment in Singapore
Divorce can only follow a legally recognised marriage. If a marriage isn’t legal or is invalid for some reason, then the most appropriate way to end the arrangement is to apply to the court for an annulment. An annulment differs from a divorce because it wipes out the marriage, so it’s as if it never existed. Conversely, divorce recognises that there always was a legal marriage which has now come...
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Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements
Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements
Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements are practical arrangements which determine what happens to a couple’s property and financial assets if the marriage fails and they divorce. These agreements can also cover custody matters. Always controversial, pre and postnuptial agreements are viewed as insurance by many couples. In contrast, others see them as a body blow to the trust and commitment required for a long-lasting and successful marriage. Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements...
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