You may consider applying to change a court order on access and custody if there is a material change in circumstances of either party or of their children (a “variation application”). All court orders can only be amended or changed by another order of court.

If your divorce case was commenced on or after 15 October 2024, the variation application should be filed as a summons (not an originating application).

If your divorce case was commenced before 15 October 2024, the variation application should be filed as an originating application (not as a summons).

If the order you are seeking to change/amend was made more than 1 year ago, the variation application will need to be personally served on any person affected by the order (such as your ex-spouse).

For more information on how you can vary a court order, please refer to https://www.judiciary.gov.sg/family/going-to-court-matrimonial-application-divorce/going-to-court-for-ancillary-matters/varying-a-court-order

You should seek independent legal advice if you need further help and/or require advice on the merits of your case.