Singapore

Evidence for Small Claims Hearing (Singapore)

$20,000
Maximum claim amount for individuals
14 days
Deadline to file written submissions after case management
3 months
Typical timeframe from filing to hearing
90%
Approx. percentage of SCT cases resolved without trial
The Short Answer

Bring original and clear copies of all relevant documents—contracts, invoices, receipts, correspondence, photos, and witness statements—to your Small Claims Tribunal hearing in Singapore.

What the Law Says

Practical Steps

Important Deadlines

When to See a Lawyer

Sources

statuteSmall Claims Tribunals Act (Cap. 301)statuteSmall Claims Tribunals Rules (Cap. 301, R 1)governmentSmall Claims Tribunal – Guide for ClaimantsstatuteLimitation Act 1959

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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.