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The Family Court of Singapore will decide whom to grant the 'custody' of the child. The parent who is granted custody of the child has the right to: |
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make major decisions concerning the welfare and upbringing of the child, |
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have the child live with him/her, and |
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make day-to-day decisions concerning the child. | |
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The most important factor in deciding custody and care and control issues is the welfare of the child. 'Welfare' encompasses all aspects of the well-being (includes emotional and physical wellbeing) and upbringing (includes the education and religious and moral upbringing) of the child. The factors considered by the Court include: |
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Conduct of you and your ex-spouse |
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Status quo, i.e. the Court will try as much as possible to preserve the status quo for the child |
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Age of the child |
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Sibling bond |
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Wishes of the parents |
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Wishes of the child | |
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For more information on the custody of your children upon divorce, please visit the Family Court Homepage. |
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Click on the links below to find out more about how a divorce may affect your other life events: |
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