Singapore

Collecting a Small Claims Judgment in Singapore

S$20,000
Maximum claim amount for Small Claims Tribunal jurisdiction
6 years
Limitation period to enforce a judgment debt
S$100
Filing fee for writ of seizure and sale (2024 rate)
14 days
Time for judgment debtor to respond to garnishee order
The Short Answer

You can collect a small claims judgment in Singapore by filing a writ of seizure and sale, garnishee proceedings, or examination of the judgment debtor at the State Courts—no lawyer needed for claims under S$20,000.

What the Law Says

Practical Steps

Important Deadlines

When to See a Lawyer

Sources

statuteSmall Claims Tribunals Act (Cap. 300)statuteRules of Court 2021governmentState Courts: Enforcing Your JudgmentstatuteLimitation Act (Cap. 163)

Related Questions

What is the Small Claims Tribunal in Singapore?How do I file a small claim in Singapore?Can I appeal a Small Claims Tribunal decision?What happens if the defendant does not attend the small claims hearing?

Not legal advice. This article is general information based on publicly available sources, written for educational purposes. Laws change and individual situations vary. Consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction before acting on anything you read here. Last reviewed: 2026-10-18.