Singapore

Sue Landlord for Security Deposit (Singapore)

S$20,000
Maximum claim amount for individuals
2 years
Limitation period from breach date
14 days
Landlord’s statutory deadline to return deposit (if no valid deductions)
S$10
Filing fee for claims ≤ S$5,000
The Short Answer

Yes, you can sue your landlord for unpaid security deposit in Singapore’s Small Claims Tribunals if the claim is ≤ S$20,000 and you’re an individual tenant.

What the Law Says

Practical Steps

Important Deadlines

When to See a Lawyer

Sources

statuteSmall Claims Tribunals Act (Cap. 301)statuteLimitation Act (Cap. 163)governmentState Courts – Small Claims Tribunal GuidestatuteConsumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act (Cap. 52A)

Related Questions

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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.