Singapore Family Law Knowledge Centre
The 21 Chambers Knowledge Centre provides clear and practical guides on divorce in Singapore.
Start with the topic relevant to you, understand your options, and find out what steps you can take next.
My Spouse Refuses to Complete the Mandatory Co-Parenting Programme (CPP). Can I Still Get a Divorce in Singapore?
Your spouse's refusal to complete the Mandatory Co-Parenting Programme does not necessarily stop you from getting divorced. Learn the difference between simplified and normal-track divorce proceedings in Singapore.
YIC v YID [2026] SGHCF 27: $47 Million Matrimonial Asset Pool and Non-Disclosure
In YIC v YID [2026] SGHCF 27, the Singapore High Court considered a $47.21 million matrimonial asset pool, pre-marital businesses, homemaker contributions and financial non-disclosure, ultimately dividing the assets 63:37.
Do I Still Need to Divorce If I Entered Into a Sham Marriage in Singapore?
A sham marriage or marriage of convenience does not necessarily mean you can simply treat yourself as unmarried. Find out whether you may still need a divorce or annulment, and what to do if you have lost contact with your spouse.
What Happens If My Spouse Is Missing? Can I Still Get a Divorce in Singapore?
If your spouse has disappeared, moved overseas or cannot be contacted, you may still be able to get a divorce in Singapore. We explain substituted service, dispensation of service and what you may need to show the Court.
Contested Divorce in Singapore: What To Expect
A contested divorce can be emotionally and financially challenging. This guide explains how contested divorce proceedings work under the Family Justice Rules 2024, what happens at each stage, and how the Family Justice Courts manage disputes involving children, maintenance and matrimonial assets.
