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Small Claims Tribunals: How Much Will I Need to Pay to File a Claim? As a tenant or landlord (individuals/non-business entity), you’ll only need to pay a fee of $10 to $20 to file a claim amounting to $10,000. For claims amounting to $20,000, the filing fee can reach up to $200.

In addition, this claim amount can be increased to $30,000 if both parties agree to it and file a Memorandum of Consent online.

Here’s a table of the SCT Filing Fees, taken from the State Courts of Singapore:

Do take note that the filing fees are not refundable. Nonetheless, filing a claim with the SCT is significantly more affordable than filing a lawsuit with a regular court. Plus, you don’t have to hire a lawyer.

What’s next after Filing the Claim and Serving the Notice to the Respondent? After filing the claim and serving the notice, both yo and the respondent are required to attend a consultation session, where the tribunal will attempt to mediate amicably.

During the Consultation, the Registrar will:

Assess if the claim is within the Tribunals’ jurisdiction

Give both parties an opportunity to discuss your cases with a view to resolving your dispute amicably

Fix for a Hearing before a Tribunal Magistrate when both parties cannot reach an agreement, or make such other orders as it deems fit

If the dispute is not resolved during the Consultation, the SCT can schedule a Hearing to take place within 24 hours of the Consultation session. At the Hearing, both you and the respondent will be given the chance to present your case before the Tribunal Magistrate.

Even after filing the claim, you and the respondent may still attempt to settle your dispute among yourselves. If you manage to reach an agreement before the Consultation date, you can withdraw the claim on the CJTS portal.

More FAQs about Small Claims Tribunals in Singapore How Do I File a Small Claim in Singapore?

You can submit a claim online through the Community Justice and Tribunals System (CJTS).

What Qualifies as a Small Claim?

Claims not exceeding $20,000. This limit may be raised to $30,000 if both parties agree to it.

What Happens If You Do Not Attend a Small Claims Court?

If you are a claimant, your claim may not be attended to. If you are a respondent, a default judgement may be placed against you.

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