Family Law
Can I Refuse Access to My Ex After Divorce in Singapore?
Refusing access to your ex in Singapore where there's a court order is breach of order. The risks, when refusal is justified, and how to vary access properly.
8 May 2026
Category
Child Custody
When parents separate, the court's guiding principle is the welfare of the child, under the Guardianship of Infants Act and the Women’s Charter 1961. Custody, care and control, and access each mean different things in Singapore. These guides cover how the Family Justice Courts decide, and how co-parenting, relocation, and disputes play out.
20 articles on child custody in Singapore.
Family Law
What Rights Do Unmarried Fathers Have in Singapore?
Unmarried fathers in Singapore have no automatic parental rights, but can establish them. Paternity, custody, access, and maintenance for children born out of wedlock.
8 May 2026
Family Law
Can a Father Get Custody of His Children in Singapore?
Yes, fathers can get custody and care and control in Singapore. There is no maternal preference. The welfare-of-child test under s125 is gender-neutral, what matters.
8 May 2026
Family Law
At What Age Can a Child Choose Which Parent to Live With in Singapore?
There is no fixed age in Singapore at which a child can choose. The Family Justice Courts weigh the child's wishes against welfare, with maturity, not age, as the test.
8 May 2026
Family Law
Sole vs Joint Custody in Singapore: Which One Applies?
Joint custody is the default in Singapore. Sole custody is the exception. The s124-125 framework, what each actually means, and when the courts depart from joint.
8 May 2026
Family Law
Will I Lose Custody If I Move Out Before the Divorce in Singapore?
Moving out before divorce in Singapore won't automatically lose you custody. The status quo factor, the welfare of the child test, and how to move out without prejudice.
7 May 2026
Family Law
What Is the Co-Parenting Programme (CPP) in Singapore?
The Co-Parenting Programme is mandatory before divorce filing in Singapore for parents with a child under 21. What it covers, where to do it, and how long it takes.
7 May 2026
Family Law
Care and Control vs Custody in Singapore: The Difference Explained
Care and control vs custody in Singapore confuses most parents. I explain the three orders the Family Justice Courts make, who usually gets each, and why.
6 May 2026
Family Law
Child Citizenship & Residency After Divorce in Singapore
Does divorce affect your child's citizenship or residency status in Singapore? Find out how it impacts immigration, custody, and parental responsibilities.
15 May 2025
Family Law
Child Custody Disputes in Singapore: How to Resolve Without Court
Going through a custody battle? Discover alternative dispute resolution methods to resolve custody disputes in Singapore without court intervention.
15 Mar 2025
Family Law
Grandparents' Custody Rights in Singapore: Legal Options
Do grandparents have custody rights in Singapore? Learn about visitation rights, legal procedures, and when grandparents can apply for custody.
12 Mar 2025
Family Law
Parental Alienation in Singapore: Legal Remedies & Prevention
Parental alienation can harm children. Understand how to legally address and prevent parental alienation in Singapore custody cases.
9 Mar 2025
Family Law
Supervised Visitation Rights in Singapore: How It Works
What is supervised visitation in Singapore? Learn how courts grant supervised visitation, its conditions, and how it affects child custody arrangements.
6 Mar 2025
Family Law
Can a Parent Relocate After Divorce in Singapore? Legal Guide
Thinking of relocating after a divorce? Find out the legal implications of parental relocation, custody challenges, and how to seek approval from courts.
3 Mar 2025
Family Law
Sole Custody in Singapore: How to Apply & What You Need to Know
Want to apply for sole custody in Singapore? This guide explains the legal requirements, application process, and factors courts consider in custody cases.
28 Feb 2025
Family Law
5 Things to Know About a Parenting Plan in Singapore
A Singapore family lawyer's guide to a parenting plan: what the Family Justice Courts expect, the Parenting PACT programme, and common drafting mistakes.
30 Nov 2024
Family Law
6 Tips for Co-Parenting After Divorce for Mothers in Singapore
A practical guide to co-parenting for mothers in Singapore: care and control realities, supporting access, maintenance, and keeping things workable.
9 Nov 2024
Family Law
6 Tips for Co-Parenting After Divorce for Fathers in Singapore
A practical guide to co-parenting for fathers in Singapore: making access work, staying in big decisions, and building a relationship your kids count on.
8 Nov 2024
Family Law
Changing Custody Arrangements After Divorce in Singapore
A Singapore lawyer's guide to variation of custody orders in Singapore: when courts will change arrangements, the evidence needed, and what it costs.
2 Nov 2024
Family Law
6 Things to Know About Child Custody Arrangements in Singapore
A Singapore lawyer's plain-English guide to child custody arrangements in Singapore: sole vs joint custody, care and control, access, and how courts decide.
20 Oct 2024
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