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Who can file for a divorce in Singapore?
To be eligible to apply for a divorce in Singapore, you or your spouse must be a Singaporean citizen or have been living in Singapore for the past 3 years. You should have been married for at least 3 years from the date of registration of the marriage.
If you were married under civil law, you should apply for a divorce in the Family Courts.
If you were married under Syariah Law, you should file for divorce in Syariah Courts.
For more information, you may visit https://www.judiciary.gov.sg/family/understand-requirements-getting-divorce#divorce-eligibility and refer to the various guides available under "Resources" at the bottom of the page.
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