Singapore

Where to File a Small Claims Case in Singapore

$20,000
Maximum claim amount for individuals
$30,000
Maximum claim amount for SMEs (since Apr 2023)
6 months
Typical hearing timeline from filing
$20
Filing fee for claims up to $5,000
The Short Answer

File your small claims case at the Small Claims Tribunals (SCT) located within the State Courts at 1 Havelock Square, Singapore 059724.

What the Law Says

Practical Steps

Important Deadlines

When to See a Lawyer

Sources

statuteSmall Claims Tribunals Act (Cap. 301)governmentState Courts – Small Claims TribunalstatuteLimitation Act (Cap. 163)statuteSmall Claims Tribunals Rules (Cap. 301, R 1)

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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.