Singapore

Representing You at Small Claims in Singapore

$20,000
Maximum claim amount for individuals
30 days
Deadline to file Form 10 for representation
90%
Estimated proportion of unrepresented parties in SCT cases
7 days
Minimum notice required for adjournment requests
The Short Answer

Yes, you may appoint a representative — such as a family member, friend, or employee — to attend your Small Claims Tribunal hearing in Singapore on your behalf, provided they are not a lawyer and you file Form 10 with supporting documents.

What the Law Says

Practical Steps

Important Deadlines

When to See a Lawyer

Sources

statuteSmall Claims Tribunals Act (Cap. 300)statuteSmall Claims Tribunals Rules (S.R. 2021 No. 169)governmentState Courts – Small Claims Tribunal Forms & GuidesstatuteLimitation Act 1959

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.