Ancillary Matters: Child Custody, Care & Control, Access of Children

This article will only apply to parties with children under 21 years old. The Court has repeatedly placed emphasis on the best interests of the welfare of the children. The children’s welfare is measured in terms monetary and physical comfort with the parent, the ties of affection with the parent, and the children’s moral and well-being.

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The Divorce Process: 2nd Step

The divorce process involves a 2-step process. 

  1. The termination of the marriage. Parties will receive an Interim Judgment once the divorce is granted
  2. The issue of ancillary matters. This comprises of the following issues: (a) Custody, care and control of children (if any); (b) Maintenance for children (if any); (c) Maintenance for spouse; (d) Division of matrimonial assets. After the issue of ancillary matters are resolved, parties will receive a Final Judgment. This means that the divorce is final and official

In this article, we will discuss matters pertaining to the 2nd step of the process: Ancillary Matters.

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The Divorce Process: 1st Step

The divorce process involves a 2-step process.

  1. The termination of the marriage. Parties will receive an Interim Judgment once the divorce is granted.
  2. The issue of ancillary matters. This comprises of the following issues: (a) Custody, care and control of children (if any); (b) Maintenance for children (if any); (c) Maintenance for spouse; (d) Division of matrimonial assets. After the issue of ancillary matters are resolved, parties will receive a Final Judgment. This means that the divorce is final and official.

In this article, we will discuss matters pertaining to the 1st step of the process: Termination of the marriage (i.e. Grant of the Interim Judgment).  

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Overview of Divorce

Step 1 – Ensure you qualify for divorce under Singapore local law

Your divorce qualifies under Singapore law, only if you are:

  1. A Singapore Citizen or PR, or is domiciled in Singapore, or have lived in Singapore for the past 3 years;
  2. Married for at least 3 years.

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