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PART 27: APPLICABILITY OF COURT FORMS

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PRACTICE DIRECTION
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2024

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PART 27: APPLICABILITY OF COURT FORMS is Singapore PRACTICE DIRECTION, cited as PRACTICE DIRECTION 27 2024, currently marked in force and first recorded in 2024.

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PART 27: APPLICABILITY OF COURT FORMS

245. Applications and documents with no specific court forms 246. General matters to note 247. Table of Forms Forms in Appendix A (Forms for use in Family Justice (General) Rules 2024) Forms in Appendix B (Common forms for use in Family Justice (General) Rules 2024 and Family Justice (Probate and Other Matters) Rules 2024) Forms in Appendix C (Forms for use in Family Justice (Probate and Other Matters) Rules 2024) Forms in Appendix D (Forms for use in Family Justice (Protection from Harassment) Rules 2024) Appendix E (Sample Bills of Costs) Forms in Appendix F (Forms for use in Family Justice (Criminal Proceedings in Youth Courts) Rules 2024)

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245. Applications and documents with no specific court forms

Where a party is to file an application or document and there are no court forms specified for such application or document in the tables (“Table of Forms”) in paragraph 247(3), he or she shall file the application or document using the relevant form in the right column of the table below corresponding to the type of application / document:

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245. Applications and documents with no specific court forms

Type of Application / DocumentFormOriginating ApplicationForm 53A (Generic Originating Application)SummonsForm 67A (Generic summons)AffidavitForm 54 (Generic affidavit)Order of CourtForm 114 (Order of Court)

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245. Applications and documents with no specific court forms

The generic forms listed in sub-paragraph (1) are to be used only for proceedings under the Family Justice (General) Rules 2024 or the Family Justice (Protection from Harassment) Rules 2024. For proceedings under the Family Justice (Probate and Other Matters) Rules 2024, refer to the applicable Rules of Court 2021 forms with suitable modifications.

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246. General matters to note

Where a court form is remotely composed on the applicable Electronic Filing Service, a party is to use the version of the form in the Electronic Filing Service.

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247. Table of Forms

The Table of Forms in sub-paragraph (3) sets out the applicable court forms to be used for specific applications or documents.

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247. Table of Forms

The use of the court forms is mandatory unless otherwise stated in the “Remarks” column.

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247. Table of Forms

The information in the column titled “When should the form be used?” is to give general guidance to the court user. For further details, please refer to the cover notes to individual forms (if any), the corresponding Family Justice (General) Rules 2024, Family Justice (Probate and Other Matters) Rules 2024, Family Justice (Protection from Harassment) Rules 2024 and these Practice Directions.

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247. Table of Forms

Forms in Appendix A (Forms for use in Family Justice (General) Rules 2024)

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247. Table of Forms

Form No.Form TitleApplicable Rule(s) / PD Paragraph(s)When should the form be used?Remarks1Originating Application / Summons / Application for Extension of Time / Renewal of Originating ApplicationP.1, r.7 FJ(G)RP.19, r.19 FJ(G)RP.19, r.21 FJ(G)RP.19, r.27 FJ(G)RP.19, r.28 FJ(G)RTo extend time in FJ(G)R or Court directions. To extend validity of Originating Application. For use in: (a) Originating Applications;

(b)

Summonses in Originating Applications;

(c)

P.3, r.12 FJ(G)R Applications (within quasi-criminal proceedings);

(d)

Appeals; or

(e)

Applications in appeals. May be filed in both IELS and iFAMS. 2AOriginating Application for Divorce / Judicial Separation / Presumption of Death and DivorceP.2, r.2 FJ(G)RP.2, r.5 FJ(G)RP.2, r.7 FJ(G)RP.2, r.8 FJ(G)RPara 11 PDPara 12 PD To file as: (a) Originating application (Simplified);

(b)

Cross-application (Simplified);

(c)

Originating application; or

(d)

Cross-application. Includes: (a) Party’s consent to simplified proceedings for divorce and judicial separation; (b) Summons without notice for approval under section 94A(4) of Women’s Charter 1961; (c) Request for hearing date for simplified proceedings. 2BOriginating Application for NullityP.2, r.2 FJ(G)RP.2, r.5 FJ(G)RTo file as: (a) Originating application; or

(b)

Cross-application. 2CAgreement that Marriage Has Irretrievably Broken DownP.2, r.2(1) FJ(G)RTo be filed together with the Originating Application / Cross-application for Divorce / Judicial Separation when the fact relied on for ground of divorce is mutual agreement that the marriage has irretrievably broken down. 3Generated versions of Forms 2A and 2B -- 4Notice to ContestP.2, r.4 FJ(G)RP.7, r.4 FJ(G)RThird Schedule, Part 1, Division 4, Item 17 FJ(G)RTo: (a) Object to the matrimonial application on the facts / grounds cited;

(b)

Object to the applicant’s claim for ancillary relief;

(c)

Make a claim for ancillary relief against the applicant;

(d)

File a cross-application; or

(e)

Challenge the court’s jurisdiction. 5Reply to Originating Application for Dissolution of MarriageP.2, r.5 FJ(G)RP.7, r.4 FJ(G)RTo respond to: (a) Originating Application for Divorce / Judicial Separation / Nullity; or

(b)

Cross-application for Divorce / Judicial Separation / Nullity. 6Request for Trial or Hearing DateP.2, r.7 FJ(G)RPara 16(1)(a) PDTo be used for both contested and uncontested matrimonial proceedings, except simplified proceedings.To be filed by the applicable party as set out in P.2, r.7 FJ(G)R.7Affidavit for Uncontested Dissolution HearingPara 17(1) PDFor use only in uncontested divorce, nullity, judicial separation, presumption of death and divorce, excluding simplified proceedings. 8Draft Ancillary Reliefs OrderPara 17(3) PDPara 21(1) PDP.15, r.35 FJ(G)RTo set out the agreed ancillary relief terms in: (a) Matrimonial proceedings;

(b)

Proceedings under section 121B of the Women’s Charter 1961; or

(c)

Proceedings under section 17A(2)(c) of the Supreme Court of Judicature Act 1969. Refer to the Form for further details. 9CPF Checklist for Consent Orders for Disposal or Transfer of Properties Funded with CPF Moneys -When parties have come to an agreement on the disposition of property where CPF monies is used.The signed checklist to be annexed to Draft Ancillary Reliefs Order10Affidavit of Split Care and ControlPara 21(2) PDTo be completed when the parties seek to record an agreement for split care and control of children. 11Interim JudgmentP.2, r.10 FJ(G)RTo extract: (a) Interim Judgment for divorce / nullity / presumption of death and divorce; or

(b)

Judgment of judicial separation. 12Final JudgmentP.2, r.10 FJ(G)RThird Schedule, Part 1, Division 4, Item 24 FJ(G)RTo extract Final Judgment for divorce / nullity / presumption of death and divorce. 13Originating Application for Permission to Seek Financial Relief after Foreign Divorce P.2, r.13 FJ(G)RTo seek the permission of the Court under section 121D of the Women’s Charter 1961 (“WC”) to make an application for financial relief after foreign divorce (under section 121B of the WC).Includes supporting affidavit.14Originating Application for Financial Relief after Foreign Divorce / Division of Assets after Syariah Court DivorceP.2, r.14 FJ(G)RP.2, r.15 FJ(G)RTo make an application: (a) Under section 121B of the Women's Charter 1961; or

(b)

For the disposition or division of property on divorce pursuant to section 17A(2)(c) of the Supreme Court of Judicature Act 1969.Application made without supporting affidavit.15First Ancillary AffidavitP. 2, r.16 FJ(G)RTo provide evidence of a party’s ancillary relief claims in: (a) Matrimonial proceedings;

(b)

Proceedings under section 121B of the Women’s Charter 1961; or

(c)

Proceedings under section 17A(2)(c) of the Supreme Court of Judicature Act 1969. 16ASummons for Further AffidavitsP. 2, r.16(6) FJ(G)R To seek the approval of the Court to file further affidavits.To be used with Approval for Further Affidavits: The Applying Party’s table. May be filed with or without supporting affidavit.16BApproval for Further Affidavits: The Applying Party’s table--May be used alone if directed by the Court. To be used with Summons for Further Affidavits in an application.16CReply to Approval for Further Affidavits: The Responding Party’s table-To respond to an application for approval to file further affidavit(s).May be filed with or without supporting affidavit.17ABinding Summary of PositionsP.2, r.18 FJ(G)RPara 20(2) PDTo state all parties’ final position on ancillary relief claims in:

(a)

Matrimonial proceedings;

(b)

Proceedings under section 121B of the Women’s Charter 1961; or

(c)

Proceedings under section 17A(2)(c) of the Supreme Court of Judicature Act 1969, unless the Court directs the use of Form 17B. 17BBinding Summary of Positions (Simplified) P.2, r.18 FJ(G)RPara 20(2) PDTo state parties’ final position on ancillary relief claims in:

(a)

Matrimonial proceedings;

(b)

Proceedings under section 121B of the Women’s Charter 1961; or

(c)

Proceedings under section 17A(2)(c) of the Supreme Court of Judicature Act 1961, if the Court directs the use of this Form.18Core Document BundlePara 18(12) PDContent page for compilation of key documents which he or she intends to rely on for the hearing.May be used with any of the following: (a) Binding Summary of Positions;

(b)

Written Submissions; or

(c)

Appellant’s / Respondent’s Case in appeals.19Information from Applicant to Family Justice Courts on Status of Matrimonial Application Para 16(1) PDFor the Applicant to update on the progress of Matrimonial Proceedings after commencement pursuant to notice from the Court. 20Affidavit of Evidence-in-Chief (Contested)-For use only in contested divorce, nullity, judicial separation or presumption of death and divorce. 21Index of Bundle of Documents for TrialPara 18(7) PDIndex of relevant or necessary documents to be included for trial 22Originating Application for Permission to Apply for Divorce Within 3 Years of Marriage P. 5, r.1 FJ(G)RTo seek the Court’s permission to commence divorce proceedings within 3 years of marriage. 23AWritten Complaint (Maintenance related matters)P.3, r.7(2) FJ(G)RP.3, r.24 FJ(G)RTo apply for:

(a)

Maintenance for spouse or child(ren) under Part 8 of the Women’s Charter 1961;

(b)

Variation or rescission of a maintenance order made under (a) above;

(c)

Enforcement of the following orders: (i) a maintenance order under (a) or (b) above; (ii) an order for child or spousal maintenance issued by Family Justice Courts; (iii) a maintenance order from the Tribunal of Maintenance of Parents; (iv) an order for Nafkah iddah or mutaah from the Singapore Syariah Court; or

(d)

Variation or rescission or an enforcement order made under (c) above. 23BWritten Complaint (Personal Protection related matters)P.3, r.7(2) FJ(G)RP.3, r.24 FJ(G)RTo apply for:

(a)

Personal protection order under Part 7 of the Women’s Charter 1961; or

(b)

Variation, suspension or revocation of a personal protection order made under (a) above.23CWritten Complaint for Applications under Maintenance Orders (Reciprocal Enforcement) Act 1975 P.3, r.7(2) FJ(G)RP.3, r.24 FJ(G)RTo apply for orders under the Maintenance Orders (Reciprocal Enforcement) Act 1975.23DWritten Complaint for Recovery of Sums Expended to Maintain Child(ren) Accepted as Member(s) of the FamilyP.3, r.7(2) FJ(G)RTo apply for recovery of sums expended by a person maintaining child(ren) by virtue of his or her duty under section 70(1) of the Women’s Charter 1961.24Consent for Service by way of Email or Mobile Phone Number for Summonses made under Sections 71, 72 and 80 of the Women’s Charter 1961Para 34 PDTo consent to service of summons by electronic means. Only for use in:

(a)

Maintenance enforcement proceedings; or

(b)

Variation of Maintenance orders. 25Affidavit of ServiceP.3, r.11(1) FJ(G)RP.3, r.60 FJ(G)R When a person is required to file proof of service. 26Declaration of Service (Process Server)P.3, r.11(2) FJ(G)R When the process server of the court is required to file proof of service. 27Applicant’s Affidavit / Statement for Personal Protection Order P.3, r.19 FJ(G)RPara 35(1) PDTo apply for Personal protection order under Part 7 of the Women’s Charter 1961. 27-ANotice of Objection Against an Application under Section 160A(4) of the Women’s Charter 1961P.3, r.22C(3) FJ(G)RTo be filed by a person served with a Notice of Application under Section 160A(4) of the Women’s Charter 1961 to object to the application.27-BAppointed Psychiatrist’s Affidavit / Statement to Vary or Revoke a Mandatory Treatment OrderP.3, r.22J(a) FJ(G)RPara 35(1) PDTo provide evidence in support of an application by the appointed psychiatrist to vary or revoke a Mandatory Treatment Order.27-CApplicant’s / Respondent’s Affidavit / Statement in response to an Application to Vary or Revoke a Mandatory Treatment OrderP.3, r.22J(2)(b) FJ(G)RPara 35(1) PDTo be used by an applicant or respondent to respond to the appointed psychiatrist’s application to vary or revoke a Mandatory Treatment Order.28AApplicant’s Affidavit / Statement for Maintenance OrderP.3, r.19 FJ(G)RPara 35(1) PDTo apply for maintenance orders under Part 8 of the Women’s Charter 1961 for the following situations: (a) For self and/or children only;

(b)

For incapacitated husband;

(c)

For child maintenance from a person who has accepted a child as a member of the family 28BApplicant’s Affidavit / Statement for Variation / Suspension / Rescission of Maintenance Order P.3, r.19 FJ(G)RPara 35(1) PDTo apply for variation / suspension / rescission of maintenance order made.28CApplicant’s Affidavit / Statement for Enforcement of Maintenance Order P.3, r.19 FJ(G)RPara 35(1) PDTo apply for an enforcement of maintenance order made.28DRespondent’s Affidavit / Statement in response to an Application for Maintenance Order P.3, r.19 FJ(G)RPara 35(1) PDTo be used by a respondent to respond to a maintenance application.28ERespondent’s Affidavit / Statement in Response to an Application for Variation / Suspension / Rescission of Maintenance Order P.3, r.19 FJ(G)RPara 35(1) PDTo be used by a respondent to respond to a variation / suspension / rescission of maintenance order application.28FRespondent’s Affidavit / Statement in response to an Application for Enforcement of Maintenance Order P.3, r.19 FJ(G)RPara 35(1) PDTo be used by a respondent to respond to an enforcement of maintenance order application.29Request by Maintenance Record Officer for Party’s Documents under Part 3, rule 20 FJ(G)R 2024 P.3, r.20(1) FJ(G)RPara 36(4) PDTo be used by a Maintenance Record Officer to request for documents and/or information from parties. 29-ARequest by Maintenance Enforcement Officer for Information under Part 3, Rule 22N of the Family Justice (General) Rules 2024P.3, r.22N FJ(G)RPara 36A(4) PDTo be used by a Maintenance Enforcement Officer to request for documents and/or information from parties.30Request to Examine the Maintenance Record OfficerP.3, r.20(6) FJ(G)RTo request to examine a maintenance record officer during a maintenance hearing. 30-ARequest to Examine the Maintenance Enforcement OfficerP.3, r.22Q FJ(G)RTo request to examine a Maintenance Enforcement Officer during a maintenance hearing.31Request for / Response to DisclosureP.3, r.21 FJ(G)RPara 33 PDFor use only in maintenance proceedings under Part 3 FJ(G)R to: (a) Request for the other party to disclose documents; or

(b)

Respond to the request for disclosure of documents.To be used in 3 ways: (a) Request for documents to be made within the maintenance statement / affidavit;

(b)

Respond to (a) above within the maintenance reply statement / affidavit;

(c)

In conjunction with the Application for Disclosure.32Application for Disclosure (iFAMS)Para 33(3) PDTo make an Application to the Court where the requesting party is dissatisfied with the disclosing party’s disclosure of documents.To annex the completed Request for / Response to Disclosure.32-ANotice to Court by Person Who is No Longer the Respondent’s EmployerP.3, r.22S(1) FJ(G)RTo be used by the person to whom an attachment of earnings order is directed to notify the court that the person is not or has not been the respondent’s employer.32-BNotice to Court by Person Who Becomes the Respondent’s EmployerP.3, r.22S(2) FJ(G)RTo be used by the person who becomes the respondent’s employer to notify the court of the respondent’s employment.33Maintenance Enforcement Order P.3, r.24 FJ(G)RAn enforcement order for attachment of debt. 34Notice of Attachment (MSS)P.3, r.28(2) FJ(G)RNotice of attachment in respect of enforcement order for attachment of debt. 35AWritten Complaint for applications under section 7(3) or 10(4) of the Vulnerable Adults Act 2018 (Application by Director-General or Protector) P. 3, r.7(2) FJ(G)R Only for use by Director-General or Protector. To apply under the Vulnerable Adults Act 2018 for: (a) Section 7(3) Assessment order; or

(b)

Section 10(4) Removal order. 35BWritten Complaint for applications under section 11(2) or 14 of the Vulnerable Adults Act 2018 (Application by Director-General or Protector)P. 3, r.7(2) FJ(G)ROnly for use by Director-General or Protector. To apply under the Vulnerable Adults Act 2018 for: (a) Section 11(2) Temporary order; or

(b)

Section 14 Adult Protection (“AP”)-only orders.35CWritten Complaint for applications under section 14, 17 or 22(4) of the Vulnerable Adults Act 2018 (Application by Director-General or Protector)P. 3, r.7(2) FJ(G)ROnly for use by Director-General or Protector. To apply under the Vulnerable Adults Act 2018 for: (a) Section 14 Protective Orders;

(b)

Variation, suspension or revocation of orders made under (a) above; or

(c)

Section 22(4) Publication/ Broadcast Removal Order.35DWritten Complaint for applications under section 14 or 17 of the Vulnerable Adults Act 2018P. 3, r.7(2) FJ(G)RTo apply under the Vulnerable Adults Act 2018 for: (a) Section 14 protective orders; or

(b)

Variation, suspension or revocation of protective orders made under (a) above.35EWritten Complaint for applications under section 17 of the Vulnerable Adults Act 2018 (Application by Director-General or Protector) P. 3, r.7(2) FJ(G)R Only for use by Director-General or Protector.To apply for variation, suspension or revocation of AP-only orders under the Vulnerable Adults Act 201835FWritten Complaint for applications under section 17 of the Vulnerable Adults Act 2018 P. 3, r.7(2) FJ(G)RTo apply for variation, suspension or revocation of AP-only orders under the Vulnerable Adults Act 201836AMental Capacity Assessment Report (VAA)P.3, r.45(2)(a) FJ(G)RAn assessment of the Vulnerable Adult’s mental capacity. 36BPhysical Capacity Assessment Report (VAA) P.3, r.45(2)(b) FJ(G)RAn assessment of the Vulnerable Adult’s physical capacity. 37Consent of Vulnerable Adult (VAA)P.3, r.46(1)(a) FJ(G)RTo be used by the Vulnerable Adult to indicate consent to an application. 38Consent of Owner of residence (VAA)P.3, r.46(2)(a) FJ(G)RTo be used by the owner of residence to indicate consent to an application. 39Declaration (VAA)P.3, r.46(3) FJ(G)RTo be used in place of the Consent of Vulnerable Adult if allowed by the Court. 40ANotice of Application (s.7, 10, 11, 14, 17 VAA) P3. r.8 FJ(G)RP.3, r.47 FJ(G)RTo be served on the applicable persons when an application under the Vulnerable Adults Act 2018 is filed. 40BNotice of Application (s.22(4) VAA) P3. r.8 FJ(G)RP.3, r.47 FJ(G)RTo be served on the applicable persons when an application under the Vulnerable Adults Act 2018 is filed.41Notice of Objection (VAA)P.3, r.48(1) FJ(G)RTo be filed by a person served with the Notice of Application to object to the application. 42Notice to dispute Mental Capacity (VAA)P.3, r.48(3) FJ(G)RTo be used by a relevant person who disputes the Vulnerable Adult’s mental capacity. 43Notice to Owners of Residence (VAA)P.3, r.49 FJ(G)RTo give notice to the owners of residence of the application filed under the Vulnerable Adults Act 2018. 44Application by Parent, Guardian of Child or Young Person (CYPA)P.3, r.6 FJ(G)RP.3, r.58 FJ(G)RTo be used by the parent or guardian to: (a) Apply for Court’s review of Director-General / Protector’s determination in Care and Protection applications;

(b)

Apply for Court’s determination of decision by Director-General/protector/care-giver for child/young person under Care and Protection Order/Enhanced Care and Protection Order (ECPO);

(c)

Apply for approval to vary or discharge an ECPO/vary or discharge an ECPO; or

(d)

Vary or discharge a Family Guidance Order. 45Notice of Application (Parent, Guardian) (CYPA) P.3, r.6 FJ(G)RP.3, r.58 FJ(G)RNotice of Application to Director General / Protector / Approved Welfare Officer. 46Application by Director-General, Protector, Approved Welfare Officer (CYPA)P.3, r.6 FJ(G)RP.3, r.58 FJ(G)RTo be used by the Director-General, Protector or Approved Welfare Officer. 47Notice of Application (Director-General, Protector, Approved Welfare Officer) (CYPA) P.3, r.6 FJ(G)RP.3, r.58 FJ(G)RNotice of Application to parent, guardian of child or young person. 48Application for Records of Court Proceedings Para 27(1)(b) PDTo apply for records of court proceedings. 49Notification on Appearances of Advocates / Prosecutors -To notify the Court on appearances of advocates / prosecutors. 49-ACompliance BondPara 46E(1) PDTo be used when the Court (in an access enforcement application) orders a respondent to execute a compliance bond.50Offer of Amicable Resolution P.4, r.2 FJ(G)RPara 32 PDTo be used to propose amicable settlement of matter.Not to be filed in Court unless otherwise directed.51Response to Offer of Amicable Resolution P.4, r.2 FJ(G)RPara 32 PDTo respond to the Offer of Amicable Resolution.Not to be filed in Court unless otherwise directed.52Withdrawal of Offer of Amicable Resolution P.4, r.2 FJ(G)RPara 32 PDTo withdraw an Offer of Amicable Resolution.Not to be filed in Court unless otherwise directed.53Generated Originating Application P.3, r.27 FJ(G)RP.5, r.1 FJ(G)RP.5, r.2 FJ(G)RP.5, r.3 FJ(G)RP.5, r.10 FJ(G)RP.5, r.14 FJ(G)RP.6, r.13 FJ(G)RP.14, r.1(3) FJ(G)RPara 100(1) PDP.15, r.6(3)(a) FJ(G)RP.20, r.3 FJ(G)RP.21, r.1 FJ(G)R-The generated version of Form 53A.53AGeneric Originating ApplicationP.3, r.27 FJ(G)RP.5, r.1 FJ(G)RP.5, r.2 FJ(G)RP.5, r.3 FJ(G)RP.5, r.10 FJ(G)RP.5, r.14 FJ(G)RP.6, r.13 FJ(G)RP.14, r.1(3) FJ(G)RPara 100(1) PDP.15, r.6(3)(a) FJ(G)RP.20, r.3 FJ(G)RP.21, r.1 FJ(G)RTo commence proceedings where no specific Form is provided.May be used for with notice (application involves other party(ies)) or without notice (application does not involve other party(ies)) applications. Includes the endorsement for renewal of Originating Application.53BOriginating Application: Generic SectionsP.3, r.27 FJ(G)RP.5, r.1 FJ(G)RP.5, r.2 FJ(G)RP.5, r.3 FJ(G)RP.5, r.10 FJ(G)RP.5, r.14 FJ(G)RP.6, r.13 FJ(G)RP.14, r.1(3) FJ(G)RPara 100(1) PDP.15, r.6(3)(a) FJ(G)RP.20, r.3 FJ(G)RP.21, r.1 FJ(G)RTo provide party(ies)’ personal information commonly required when commencing an application.54Generic AffidavitP.2, r.9 FJ(G)RP.2, r.16(4) FJ(G)RP.2, r.16(6), FJ(G)RP.2, r.19 FJ(G)RP.2, r.20(3) FJ(G)RPara 11 PDP.3, r.12 FJ(G)RP.3, r.29(4) FJ(G)RPara 43 PDPara 44 PDP.5, r.1 FJ(G)RP.5, r.4 FJ(G)RP.5, r.12 FJ(G)RP.5, r.13 FJ(G)RP.5, r.15 FJ(G)RP.5, r.16 FJ(G)RP.5, r.18 FJ(G)RPara 65 PDPara 66 PDPara 67 PDPara 71 PDP.10, r.7 FJ(G)RP.14, r.1(3) FJ(G)RPara 100 PDP.15, r.5(6) FJ(G)RP.15, r.6(3) FJ(G)RP.15, r.24 FJ(G)RP.15, r.31 FJ(G)RP.15, r.33 FJ(G)RP.20, r.3 FJ(G)RP.21, r.1 FJ(G)RP.23, r.2(4) FJ(G)RPara 160(3),(4) PD To be used for filing supporting/reply affidavit unless specific forms are required.Includes the exhibit page to be used for annexures.55AOriginating Application / Summons for Children Orders (New Orders only)P.5, r.1 FJ(G)RP.5, r.15 FJ(G)RTo apply for: (a) Custody, care and control, access orders for child(ren), with or without maintenance for child(ren);

(b)

Appointment of guardian of child(ren), with or without maintenance for child(ren);

(c)

Maintenance for child(ren) under the Guardianship of Infants Act 1934 (“GIA”);

(d)

Orders under GIA (excluding orders under sections 5A, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21); or

(e)

Orders under section 17(1)(d) of the Supreme Court of Judicature Act 1969. For details on whether the application is to be made by Originating Application or summons, please refer to the help notes in the Form. For more details on when the form cannot be used, please refer to the help notes in the Form. 55BOriginating Application / Summons for Children Orders (Variation / Rescission)P.2, r.19 FJ(G)RP.5, r.1 FJ(G)RP.5, r.3 FJ(G)RP.5, r.15 FJ(G)RTo apply for variation, rescission of orders relating to: (a) Orders pursuant to the Women’s Charter 1961 or the Guardianship of Infants Act 1934 (“GIA”) for custody, care and control, access orders for child(ren), with or without maintenance for children;

(b)

Orders pursuant to the GIA for appointment of guardian of child(ren), with or without maintenance for child(ren); or

(c)

Orders pursuant to the GIA or section 17(1)(d) of the Supreme Court of Judicature Act 1969 (“SCJA”) for maintenance of child(ren) with the following prefix: “OAG”, “OAGV”, “OSG” or “OSF” (with section 17(1)(d) SCJA in the citation). For details on whether the application is to be made by Originating Application or summons, please refer to the help notes in the Form. For more details on when the form cannot be used, please refer to the help notes in the Form. 56ASummons for Maintenance (New Orders only)P.5, r.15 FJ(G)RTo apply for interim maintenance for: (a) Spouse only;

(b)

Child(ren) only (without seeking custody, care and control and access orders); or

(c)

Combination of (a) and (b). For more details on when the form cannot be used, please refer to the help notes in the Form. 56BOriginating Application / Summons for Maintenance (Variation / Rescission)P.2, r.19 FJ(G)RP.5, r.3 FJ(G)RP.5, r.15 FJ(G)RTo apply for variation or rescission of maintenance orders made in the Family Justice Courts: (a) With the prefix “OAD”, “OADT”, “OADV”, “OADTV”, “D” or “DT”; or

(b)

After a foreign divorce (pursuant to section 121B Women’s Charter 1961). For details on whether the application is to be made by Originating Application or summons, please refer to the help notes in the Form. For more details on when the form cannot be used, please refer to the help notes in the Form. 57Originating Application for Adoption of ChildP.5, r.5 FJ(G)RTo apply for an Adoption order. 57AAffidavit for Adoption OrderP.5, r.5 FJ(G)RTo provide evidence to support Form 57.58Notice of Syariah Court ProceedingsP.5, r.6 FJ(G)RTo be used when the permission of Syariah Court is required to commence or continue proceedings in a Family Court. 59Originating Application for Orders pursuant to the Mental Capacity Act 2008P.5, r.7 FJ(G)RPara 56 PDTo apply for orders under Mental Capacity Act 2008.May be used instead of Simplified MCA application although the Applicant satisfies the requirements to file a Simplified application.60Affidavit (For Appointment of Deputies)P.5, r.7 FJ(G)RP.7, r.20 FJ(G)RPara 59(6) PD To provide evidence to support Form 59. 61Affidavit (Doctor’s Affidavit)Para 59(7) PDTo be used to support: (a) Form 59; or (b) Form 64. 62Affidavit (For Appointment of Successor Deputy) Para 59(9) PDTo be used for an application to be appointed as the successor deputy of the Patient. 63Affidavit (For Direct Payment – No Deputy) -To apply for direct payment of Patient’s expenses to an organisation without appointment of deputy. 64Application form (Simplified MCA)P.5, r.8 FJ(G)RTo apply for a restricted category of orders under Mental Capacity Act 2008 set out in paragraph 61 of these Practice Directions. 65Affidavit for proceedings under MCA (Simplified) P.5, r.8 FJ(G)RTo be used only in conjunction with Form 64. Not mandatory. May be filed together with the simplified MCA application. 66Letter of Objection (Simplified MCA)P.5, r.8(4) FJ(G)RFor a Relevant Person to object to a Simplified MCA application. 67Generated SummonsP.2, r.9 FJ(G)RP.2, r.19 FJ(G)RP.3, r.12 FJ(G)RP.3, r.27 FJ(G)RP.3, r.31 FJ(G)RPara 43 PDPara 44 PDP.5, r.4 FJ(G)RP.5, r.13 FJ(G)RP.5, r.15 FJ(G)RP.5, r.19 FJ(G)RP.6, r.6(2) FJ(G)RP.6, r.11(2), (3) FJ(G)RPara 64(2) PDPara 65 PDPara 66 PDPara 67 PDPara 77(1) PDP.14, r.1(3) FJ(G)RPara 100(1) PDP.15, r.5(6) FJ(G)RP.15, r.6(3)(b) FJ(G)RP.21, r.1 FJ(G)RP.23, r.2(3) FJ(G)RP.24, r.4 FJ(G)R-The generated version of Form 67A.67AGeneric Summons / ApplicationP.2, r.9 FJ(G)RP.2, r.19 FJ(G)RP.3, r.12 FJ(G)RP.3, r.27 FJ(G)RP.3, r.31 FJ(G)RPara 43 PDPara 44 PDP.5, r.4 FJ(G)RP.5, r.13 FJ(G)RP.5, r.15 FJ(G)RP.5, r.19 FJ(G)RP.6, r.6(2) FJ(G)RP.6, r.11(2), (3) FJ(G)RPara 64(2) PDPara 65 PDPara 66 PDPara 67 PDPara 77(1) PDP.14, r.1(3) FJ(G)RPara 100(1) PDP.15, r.5(6) FJ(G)RP.15, r.6(3)(b) FJ(G)RP.21, r.1 FJ(G)RP.23, r.2(3) FJ(G)RP.24, r.4 FJ(G)RTo be used for all procedural or interlocutory applications if no specific form is provided. This Form is commonly filed in pending originating applications or applications under the Criminal Procedure Code 2010 (P.3 FJ(G)R).May be used for applications with notice (application involves other party(ies)) or without notice (application does not involve other party(ies)).68Originating Application for Orders under Section 8 / 14 of the International Child Abduction Act 2010 P.5, r.17 FJ(G)RTo apply for orders under sections 8 and 14 of the International Child Abduction Act 2010. 69Cover Letter for Submission of Original Birth Certificate in Adoption Proceedings Para 54 PDWhen the applicant is required to submit the original birth certificate and the original translation of the birth certificate (if any) of the infant. 70Statement (For Determination or Declaration of Parenthood) Para 62 PDTo be included in an application for the determination or declaration of parenthood under the Status of Children (Assisted Reproduction Technology) Act 2013. 71ANotice of Proceedings (General)Para 74(4), (6) PDThird Schedule, Part 1, Division 4, Item 15 FJ(G)RTo be served together with an Originating Application which has no unique Notice of Proceedings. Can be used together with Form 71C for different Relevant Persons. 71BNotice of Proceedings (Simplified divorce / Judicial Separation) -To be served together with a simplified Originating Application for Divorce / Judicial Separation. 71CNotice of Proceedings (Organisation)Para 74(9) PDTo be served together with an Originating Application under Mental Capacity Act 2008 when the Patient resides at an organisation providing residential accommodation.Used in MCA proceedings (simplified) and non-simplified.71DNotice of Proceedings (Simplified MCA)-To be served together with a simplified Mental Capacity Act 2008 application form. 72Notice of Proceedings (Advertisement)-To notify the recipient of court proceedings if the Court orders substituted service by advertisement. 73Consent to Act as Litigation RepresentativeP.6, r.10 FJ(G)RTo enable a person to act as litigation representative of a person under disability. Not necessary if there is a court order appointing the litigation representative.For filing under the IELS, the form is an “E-FORM”. For filing under the iFAMS, the form is to be filed in PDF format.74Certificate by Solicitor Acting for Litigation RepresentativeP.6, r.10 FJ(G)RTo be used with Consent to Act as Litigation Representative unless the litigation representative is authorised under the Mental Capacity Act 2008 to act for the party lacking capacity. Not necessary if there is a court order appointing the litigation representative.75Notice of Change of RepresentationPara 28 PDP.6, r.15 FJ(G)RP.6, r.16(4) FJ(G)RTo be filed by a party or solicitor to notify of: (a) Appointment of solicitors;

(b)

Change of solicitors; or

(c)

Discharge of solicitors.May be filed in eLitigation or iFAMS. 76Summons for Discharge of Solicitor P.6, r.16(2) FJ(G)RTo apply to Court for discharge of solicitor. 77Acknowledgment of ServiceP.7, r.3 FJ(G)RTo be filed by a respondent when he or she acknowledges service of the Originating Application. 78AAffidavit of Service (Failed Attempts)P.7, r.3 FJ(G)RP.7, r.8 FJ(G)RAs evidence of attempted (but unsuccessful) service.Generally used in conjunction with Summons for substituted service / dispensation of service.78BAffidavit of Service (Successful Attempt)P.2, r. 8 FJ(G)RP.5, r.18 FJ(G)RP.7, r.3 FJ(G)RP.7, r.8 FJ(G)RAs evidence of successful attempt of service.May be used as evidence of “deemed personal service”.79Summons for Substituted Service / Dispensation of ServiceP.7, r.6 FJ(G)RPara 70(1) PDWhere personal service is required, to apply for: (a) Substituted service, i.e. service by alternative manner; or

(b)

Dispensation of service, i.e. no service is required. 80Summons for Service out of JurisdictionP.7, r.10 FJ(G)RTo apply for approval of court to serve an originating application or other court document out of Singapore. Exceptions: (a) The court’s approval is not required for an Originating Application under Part 10 Women’s Charter 1961;

(b)

In relation to an Originating Application for Orders pursuant to the Mental Capacity Act 2008, the court’s approval may be sought within the Originating Application in respect of service on a relevant person outside Singapore if effected by email. 81Declaration of NotificationP.7, r.22 FJ(G)RPara 76 PDTo give notice that the Patient in MCA proceedings is notified of the matters in P.7, r.22(2) FJ(G)R. 82ASummons / Application for Striking OutP.8, r.12 FJ(G)RP.3, r.12 FJ(G)RTo strike out the whole or any part of: (a) An originating application;

(b)

A summons;

(c)

A reply; or

(d)

An affidavit.To be used with Striking Out Table. May be filed with or without supporting affidavit.82BStriking Out TableP.8, r.12 FJ(G)RP.3, r.12 FJ(G)RTo strike out the whole or any part of: (a) An originating application;

(b)

A summons / application;

(c)

A reply; or

(d)

An affidavit.May be used alone if directed by the Court. To be used with Summons / Application for Striking Out.83Summary for MediationPara 83(3) PDTo be completed and submitted by all parties at mediation, as directed by the Court.Not mandatory unless directed by the Court.83-AAJoint Consent Form for Family Neutral EvaluationPara 86(2)(a) PDTo be jointly completed and submitted by parties who agree to submit their divorce financial issues for Family Neutral Evaluation. 83-ABStatement for Family Neutral EvaluationPara 86(3)(b) PDTo be completed and submitted by each party before the Preliminary Conference. 83-ACJoint Statement for Family Neutral Evaluation Para 86(8)(b) PDTo be jointly completed and submitted by parties before the Family Neutral Evaluation session. 83-ADAgreement for Binding Family Neutral EvaluationPara 86(7) PDTo be jointly completed and submitted by parties who agree to a binding Family Neutral Evaluation. 84Summons for Disclosure / Originating Application / Summons for Permission to Seek DisclosureP.2, r.17 FJ(G)RP.9, r.5 FJ(G)RP.9, r.10 FJ(G)R To apply for: (a) Disclosure against a party;

(b)

Permission and disclosure against a non-party; or

(c)

Permission and disclosure against a potential party (pre-action). Only used for proceedings filed in eLitigation.To be used with Disclosure Table. May be filed with or without Disclosure Affidavit.85Disclosure Table: The Applying Party’s TableP.2, r.17 FJ(G)RP.9, r.5 FJ(G)RP.9, r.10 FJ(G)R Only used for proceedings filed in eLitigation. To be used with Form 84 in an application.85AInformation on Agreed Voluntary Disclosure Para 92(2) PDTo inform the Court of the agreed scope of voluntary disclosure. 86Disclosure AffidavitP.2, r.17 FJ(G)RP.3, r.21 FJ(G)RP.9, r.5 FJ(G)RP.9, r.10 FJ(G)RPara 33(3) PDTo: (a) Provide new evidence to support the disclosure application;

(b)

Elaborate on the reasons for the application; and / or

(c)

Explain the “special circumstances” which supports the application. Used for proceedings filed in eLitigation and iFAMS (if allowed by the Court). Note: The disclosure affidavit template must be used IF the party wants to file a supporting affidavit. The party should NOT be using a generic affidavit template to support a disclosure application.87Reply to Disclosure: The Responding Party’s TableP.2, r.17 FJ(G)RP.9, r.5 FJ(G)RTo respond to an application for disclosure. Only used for proceedings filed in eLitigation.May be used with or without a supporting affidavit.88Notice to InspectPara 91 PDTo request for inspection of original documents.Not mandatory. May be used in 2 ways: (a) As a request (without formal summons); or

(b)

In conjunction with the formal Summons to Inspect. 89Summons to InspectP.9, r.15(3) FJ(G)R To apply for inspection of original documents. 90Application for the Appointment of Expert in Respect of Custody and Access IssuesPara 95(1) PDFor use in proceedings relating to welfare or custody of child(ren) to apply for the Court’s permission to: (a) Examine the child(ren);

(b)

Use a court expert in relation to the child(ren); or

(c)

Rely on a medical report on the child(ren).To be used in conjunction with: (a) Expert witness template;

(b)

Letter of Instruction to Expert Witness (Child);

(c)

Note to expert witness. 91Letter of Instruction to Expert Witness (Child) Para 96(5)(a) PD- 92Note to Expert WitnessPara 96(5)(b) PDTo be provided to expert witnesses. 93Expert Witness TemplatePara 95(2) PDPara 96(2) and (3) PDTo be used when the Court is required to permit the use of a court expert.May be used: (a) In a formal application; or

(b)

For discussion at a Case Conference.94Submission by Child Representative P.12, r.11 FJ(G)RTo be completed by the appointed Child Representative for submission to Court. 95Notice of Address for Service on Child Representative Para 98(4) PDTo be completed by the appointed Child Representative to inform parties of his / her address for service. 96Progress SummaryP.13, r.6 FJ(G)RWhen the Court directs the parenting coordinator to submit on parenting matters that were addressed or resolved during the parenting coordination programme. 97Notice of Acceptance/Non-Acceptance by Parenting Coordinator Para 99(1) PDFor a selected parenting coordinator to indicate acceptance or non-acceptance of his / her appointment. 98Injunction Prohibiting Disposal of Assets in SingaporeP.14, r.1(8) FJ(G)RPara 101(1)(b) PDThe court order to be prepared in draft form and attached to an application for injunction. 99Injunction Prohibiting Disposal of Assets Worldwide P.14, r.1(9) FJ(G)RPara 101(1)(a) PD- 100Receiver’s Security by UndertakingP.14, r.5(3)(b) FJ(G)RWhen the security to be given by the receiver does not exceed $10,000 101Pre-Trial Form &x26;:Request for an Order to Attend Court P.15, r.5(1) FJ(G)RTo use Annex A to request for an Order to attend Court (Form 102).Notice of Objection to Affidavit(s) of Evidence-in-ChiefP.15, r.16(6) FJ(G)R To use Annex C to object to the contents of any affidavit of evidence-in-chief on the ground of admissibility or other reasons. Notice of Admitting Hearsay Evidence under section 32(1) of the Evidence Act 1893P.15, r.16(7) FJ(G)RTo use Annex E to rely on a statement in any affidavit of evidence-in-chief pursuant to section 32 of the Evidence Act 1893.Notice to Refer to Affidavit(s) P.15, r.19 FJ(G)RTo use Annex B to give notice of intention to rely on affidavits filed in other applications or proceedings.Notice to Refer to Pre-Trial ExaminationP.15, r.16(11) FJ(G)RTo use Annex D to refer to pre-trial examination.102Order to Attend CourtP.15, r.5 FJ(G)RTo be issued after the Court approves a Request for an Order to Attend Court to require: (a) A person to attend Court;

(b)

A person to produce documents at trial; or

(c)

An incarcerated person to attend Court. 103Order for Issue of Letter of Request to Relevant Authority Out of JurisdictionP.15, r.6(1) FJ(G)RP.15, r.8(4) FJ(G)RTo be issued by the Family Division of the High Court if the Court allows a person to give evidence virtually from a country which requires a letter of request. 104Letter of Request for Examination of Witness Out of Jurisdiction / Permission for Evidence to be Given by Live Video or Live Television Link by Witness Out of Jurisdiction P.15, r.6(5) FJ(G)RP.15, r.8(5)(a) FJ(G)RTo be filed by the requesting party pursuant to the Order for Issue of Letter of Request to Relevant Authority out of Jurisdiction. Not to be used if the jurisdiction is a Hague Evidence Convention country. 105Undertaking as to ExpensesP.15, r.6(8) FJ(G)RP.15, r.8(5)(b) FJ(G)RTo be filed in conjunction with Form 104 or the equivalent document (Recommended Model Form for Hague Evidence Convention countries). 106Form of AttestationP.15, r.25(1) FJ(G)RP.15, r.28 FJ(G)RP.15, r.29 FJ(G)RP.15, r. 30 FJ(G)R To be used in Court documents which require attestation before a Commissioner for Oaths. Includes the endorsements for attestations done by a maker who: (a) Requires interpretation; or

(b)

Is blind or illiterate.107Form of DeclarationP.15, r.25(2) FJ(G)RTo be used in place of Form of Attestation wherever allowed in Court documents. Generally used in Court documents submitted through the iFAMS system. 108AConsent (General)P.15, r.35 FJ(G)RPara 14 PDTo consent to: (a) Divorce, nullity, judicial separation, excluding simplified proceedings and ancillary orders;

(b)

Other civil proceedings and summonses under the FJ(G)R, excluding (i) Mental Capacity Act 2008 proceedings; (ii) Adoption proceedings if Consent (Relevant Person) found in the Adoption of Children (General) Regulations 2024 applies; and

(c)

Appeals or applications in appeals heard in the Family Division of the High Court. Not for use in applications under the Criminal Procedure Code 2010 (P.3 FJ(G)R). Refer to the Form for details.Parties may set out their agreed terms in the consent to be recorded as a Court order. 108BConsent (Mental Capacity Act 2008) P.15, r.35 FJ(G)RPara 75(1) PDPara 77(2) PDTo be used to consent to any application (including summons) under the Mental Capacity Act 2008. May be used for: (a) Mental Capacity Act 2008 applications (simplified); or (b) Non-simplified Mental Capacity Act 2008 applications.109Request for Production of Documents Filed in Court or Court’s Records P.15, r.5 FJ(G)RPara 131(2) PDTo request for production of documents filed in court or court’s records. 110Affidavit to exercise the Registrar’s Empowerment Clause Para 106(17)(b)(ii) PDTo provide evidence in support of the party’s request for the Registrar to sign certain documents. 111Notice of Withdrawal / DiscontinuanceP.16, r.1 FJ(G)RP.16, r.2 FJ(G)R To discontinue the proceedings or withdraw any particular claim. For use only in: (a) Originating Applications; (b) Summonses in Originating Applications; or (c) P.3, r.12 FJ(G)R Applications (within quasi-criminal proceedings). Not for use in: (a) Appeals; and (b) Applications in appeals. Includes consent to withdrawal / discontinuance. 112Notice of Payment into Court P.17, r.1 FJ(G)RTo give notice of the payment or further payment into court. 113Notice of Acceptance of Money Paid into Court P.17, r.3 FJ(G)RPara 141(2)(b) PDTo give notice of acceptance of payment into court. 114Generic Order of Court P.18, r.3 FJ(G)RTo be used unless specific court orders are provided. 115Order of Court to Prevent the Removal or for the Return of Child(ren) Para 105(4) PDPara 118(1)(a) PDTo submit in draft form the Court during the hearing of the application. 116AOrder for Seizure (Infant)Para 118(1)(a) PDTo be used if the bailiff is to enforce the Order of Court for the return of child(ren). 116BRequest for Attendance of Bailiff (Seizure of Infant)Para 118(1)(a) PDTo be filed together with Form 116A. 116CLetter of Indemnity (Seizure of Infant) Para 118(1)(a) PD- 117ARequest for Assistance to the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (“ICA”) Para 103(3) PDTo be completed and sent to the ICA by the parent requesting ICA’s assistance pursuant to a court order restricting child(ren) from leaving Singapore. 117BLetter of Consent for International Travel of Child(ren) Para 103(4) PDTo provide consent to the ICA for international travel of child(ren). 118Interim Order (Adoption) -When the court grants an interim order for adoption proceedings. 119AAdoption Order (Child Born in Singapore) -When a party is required to draw up and file the adoption order of court. 119BAdoption Order (Child Born Outside Singapore) -- 120Schedule to the Order of Court (For Determination or Declaration of Parenthood) -To be included as a schedule when a party is required to extract the order of court for the determination or declaration of parenthood under the Status of Children (Assisted Reproduction Technology) Act 2013. 121Enforcement OrderP.23, r.2(3) FJ(G)RWhen a party is required to file the enforcement order. 122Consent to Entry of Satisfaction P.23, r.3 FJ(G)RTo be filed by a person who has satisfied a judgment debt. 123Notice of Seizure/Attachment P.23, r.6(5) FJ(G)RTo give notice of property(ies) to be seized or attached. 124Order for Examination of Enforcement RespondentP.23, r.11 FJ(G)RP.3, r.30(4) FJ(G)RFor use in: (a) Maintenance proceedings under Part 8 of Women’s Charter 1961; or (b) Enforcement of court orders under FJ(G)R. 125Request for Attendance of the Bailiff Para 158(1) PDTo be filed when a party requires the attendance of the bailiff. 126Notice of Objection (Enforcement)Para 160(1) PDP.3, r.29 FJ(G)RP.23, r.10 FJ(G)RTo be filed by the enforcement respondent or objector to object to any attachment of debt. For use in: (a) Maintenance proceedings under Part 8 of Women’s Charter 1961; or (b) Enforcement of court orders under FJ(G)R. 127Consent to ReleasePara 160(2) PDP.3, r.29 FJ(G)RP.23, r.10 FJ(G)RTo be filed by the enforcement applicant to accept the grounds of objection. For use in: (a) Maintenance proceedings under Part 8 of Women’s Charter 1961; or (b) Enforcement of court orders under FJ(G)R. 128Notice of Dispute to ObjectionP.23, r.10 FJ(G)RTo be filed by the enforcement applicant to dispute the grounds of objection. For use in: (a) Maintenance proceedings under Part 8 of Women’s Charter 1961; or (b) Enforcement of court orders under FJ(G)R. 129Summons / Application for Order Determining the Ground of ObjectionPara 160(3) PDP.3, r.29 FJ(G)RP.23, r.3 FJ(G)RP.23, r.10 FJ(G)RTo be filed by the objector for release of the specified debt. For use in: (a) Maintenance proceedings under Part 8 of Women’s Charter 1961; or (b) Enforcement of court orders under FJ(G)R. 130Summons / Application for Order to Release Property / DebtPara 160(4) PDP.23, r.3 FJ(G)RP.23, r.10 FJ(G)RTo be filed by the objector if directed by the bailiff to apply to court when an enforcement applicant fails to file a Consent to Release or a Notice of Dispute to Objection within the prescribed timeline. 131AQuestionnaire for the Examination of Individual Enforcement Respondent P.23, r.11 FJ(G)RPara 164(1) PDTo be completed for the examination of individual enforcement respondent. 131BQuestionnaire for the Examination of Officer of Enforcement Respondent 23, r.11 FJ(G)RPara 164(1) PD To be completed for the examination of officer of enforcement respondent. 132Requisition for Impressed Stamps Para 168(1) PDWhen a person requests for documents to be stamped.

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247. Table of Forms

Forms in Appendix B (Common forms for use in Family Justice (General) Rules 2024 and Family Justice (Probate and Other Matters) Rules 2024)

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Form No.Form TitleApplicable Rule(s) / PD Paragraph(s)When should the form be used?Remarks133Notice of Change of Party Details-To inform the court and other parties of change in contact and correspondence details. 134Request for Urgent Hearing before Duty Judge Para 107(2) PDTo request for urgent hearing before the Duty Judge. 135Withdrawal of Appeal or Application in AppealP.19, r.13 FJ(G)R P.12, r.12 FJ(P)RP.13, r.15 FJ(P)RTo withdraw an appeal or application in appeal. 136Notice of AppealP.19, r.17 FJ(G)RP.19, r.19 FJ(G)RP.19, r.21 FJ(G)RP.19, r.27 FJ(G)RP.19, r.28 FJ(G)R P.12, r.15 FJ(P)RP.12, r.17 FJ(P)RP.12, r.19 FJ(P)RP.12, r.24 FJ(P)RP.13, r.4 FJ(P)RP.13, r.5 FJ(P)RTo bring an appeal against a decision of the court. 137Certificate for Security for CostsP.19, r.22(1) FJ(G)RP.19, r.29(1) FJ(G)R P.12, r.20(1) FJ(P)RP.13, r.8(1) FJ(P)RFor the appellant to provide security for the respondent’s costs of the appeal. 138Undertaking for Security for CostsP.19, r.22(4)(a) FJ(G)RP.19, r.29(4)(a) FJ(G)RP.12, r.20(4) FJ(P)RP.13, r.8(4) FJ(P)RFor a solicitor to give an undertaking for security for costs. 139Record of AppealP.19, r.25, 30 FJ(G)R P.13, r.9 FJ(P)RTo be filed by the appellant if the appeal is to be heard in the Family Division of the High Court against a Family Court order. 140Bill of Costs for Contentious Business – TrialsPara 152(c)(i)(B) PDFor a party or a solicitor to apply to the Court to assess legal costs. party-and-party costs / solicitor-client costs 141Bill of Costs for Contentious Business Other Than TrialsPara 152(c)(i)(C) PD For a party or a solicitor to apply to the Court to assess legal costs. party-and-party costs / solicitor-client costs142Bill of Costs for Non-Contentious Business Para 152(c)(i)(D) PD For a party or a solicitor to apply to the Court to assess legal costs. party-and-party costs / solicitor-client costs143Notice of Dispute on Bill of Costs Para 154(1) PDTo dispute Forms 140, 141 or 142. 144Committal OrderP.9, r.16 FJ(G)RP.24, r.12 FJ(G)R P.15, r.11 FJ(P)RTo be filed after the court grants an order for committal. 145Affidavit Verifying Form Showing Lack of Means Para 166 PDWhen a party is required to verify the contents of the Form Showing Lack of Means. 146Form Showing Lack of Means Para 166 PD When a party requests for a waiver or deferment of the whole or any part of any appeal court fees.147Request for Hearing Dates / Further Hearing DatesThird Schedule Part 2 FJ(G)R Third Schedule Part 2 FJ(P)R To be used for hearings in which hearing fees are payable. 148Directions to Accountant GeneralP.27, r.4(1) FJ(G)RP.27, r.4(5) FJ(G)RP.27, r.8 FJ(G)RPara 141(1), (2) PD P.18, r.4(1) FJ(P)RP.18, r.4(5) FJ(P)RP.18, r.8 FJ(P)RWhen monies are to be paid into or out of court, whichever applicable. 149Authority to Company to Register TransferP.27, r.4(3) FJ(G)RP.27, r.4(4) FJ(G)R P.18, r.4(3) FJ(P)RP.18, r.4(4) FJ(P)RTo be filed when a person is authorised to execute a transfer of securities. 150Affidavit for Payment Out on Death of PayeeP.27, r.10 FJ(G)R P.18, r.10 FJ(P)RPayment out on death of payee. 151Application to be Registered User of the Electronic Filing Service Para 173 PDWhen a person applies to be the registered / authorised user of the Integrated Electronic Litigation System or eLitigation. 152Application to use the Technology Courts or Mobile Infocomm Technology Facilities (MIT Facilities) Para 197 PDTo be used only for hearings conducted at the Supreme Court building. 153Request for Interpretation Services Para 200(3) PDTo be used only for hearings before a Judge in the Family Division of the High Court.

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Forms in Appendix C (Forms for use in Family Justice (Probate and Other Matters) Rules 2024)

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Form No.Form TitleApplicable Rule(s) / PD Paragraph(s)When should the form be usedRemarks154Summons P.3, r.10(2) FJ(P)RTo be filed when the summons has to be served. 155Summons Without Notice P.3, r.10(3) FJ(P)RTo be filed when the summons need not be served on anyone and only where the FJ(P)R allows. 156Notice of ActionP.4, r.9 FJ(P)RTo be filed when directed by the court to issue a notice of action to non-parties. 157Notice of Appointment / Change of SolicitorP.4, r.11(1) and (3) FJ(P)RTo be filed by a solicitor to notify the: (a) Appointment of solicitors; or

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Change of solicitors. 158Notice of Intention of Party to Act in Person, in place of SolicitorP.4, r.11(4) FJ(P)RTo be filed by a party who after having sued or defended by a solicitor, intends to act in person without legal representation. 159Notice of Ceasing to Act as SolicitorP.4, r.12(1) FJ(P)RTo be filed by a solicitor who has ceased to act for a party pursuant to an order of court. 160Summons for Withdrawal of Solicitor P.4, r.12(2) FJ(P)RTo be filed by the solicitor applying to court to cease acting for a party. 161Order for Withdrawal of SolicitorP.4, r.12(4) FJ(P)RTo be filed when the court has made an order for a solicitor to cease acting for a party. 162Originating Application for Probate Pursuant to the Probate and Administration Act 1934 P.6, r.3 FJ(P)RP.6, r.46 FJ(P)RWhen filing a non-contentious application for a grant of probate or letters of administration or for resealing. 163Supporting Affidavit for Application for Grants / ResealingP.6, r.3(2) FJ(P)RPara 209 PDTo be filed within 14 days after the filing of the Originating Application for Probate pursuant to the Probate and Administration Act 1934. 164Consent of Co-AdministratorP.6, r.16 FJ(P)RTo be filed by the proposed co-administrator when an applicant makes an application for a grant to be made to the applicant and to a proposed co-administrator having no right to a grant. 165Memorandum of ServiceP.6, r.18 FJ(P)RP.7, r.5 FJ(P)RTo be filed after service of the relevant application or Notice of Action. 166RenunciationP.6, r.28 FJ(P)RTo be filed by the person renouncing his or her right to apply for a grant. 167Administration OathP.6, r.30 FJ(P)RTo be filed by the applicant and proposed co-administrators when taking take an oath to faithfully administer the estate and to account for the same. 168Administration BondP.6, r.31 FJ(P)RTo be filed when security is required for the administration of the estate. 169GrantsP.6, r.32 FJ(P)RTo be issued by the court when the application for a Grant is granted and completed. 170Caveat Against Grant of Probate Pursuant to the Probate and Administration Act 1934P.6, r.34(2) FJ(P)RTo be filed by a person claiming to have an interest in the estate before probate or letters of administration have been granted so that no probate or letters of administration shall be granted without notice to the caveator. 171Warning to CaveatorP.6, r.34(7) FJ(P)RTo be filed by a person interested in the estate (called a person warning) to require a caveator to give particulars of any interest contrary to the person warning’s interest which the caveator may have in the deceased’s estate. 172Notice of Intention to Contest or Not Contest Warning or CitationP.6, r.34(9), (11), (12) FJ(P)RP.6, r.38(7) FJ(P)RP.6, r.39(5) FJ(P)RP.6, r.40(2) FJ(P)RTo be filed by the Caveator within 14 days after service of the warning. 173Citation Pursuant to the Probate and Administration Act 1934P.6, r.38(1) FJ(P)RP.6, r.39 FJ(P)RP.6, r.40(1) FJ(P)RTo be filed to clear prior rights in the estate or to require an executor or other persons interested under the will to propound a will etc. 174Memorandum of ResealingP.6, r.46(9) FJ(P)RTo be issued by the Registry to the applicant when the application for resealing is granted and completed. 175Form for Notice of ResealingP.6, r.46(9) FJ(P)RTo be issued by the Registry to the foreign court when the application for resealing is granted and completed. 176Notice of Intention to Contest or Not Contest ActionP.7, r.4 FJ(P)R 2024To be filed by a person who has obtained permission to intervene in a probate action. 177Schedule of AssetsPara 212 PDTo be filed for applications where the death occurred on or after 15 February 2008. 178Consent to Dispensation of SuretiesPara 215(4) PDTo be filed generally by adult beneficiaries and creditors if they consent to an application to dispensation of sureties. 179Pre-Case Conference QuestionnairePara 222(2) PDTo be filed 1 week before the first Registrar’s Case Conference (“RCC”) to facilitate discussion at the RCC. 180Expert Witness TemplatePara 222(8) PDTo be filed prior to the RCC where the issue of expert evidence (if any) is discussed. 181Note to Expert WitnessPara 222(10) PDTo be sent to the experts.Filing not required.182Sample Single Application Pending Trial (“SAPT”) Checklist Template Para 222(13) PDFor parties to indicate their preferred sequence of the matters set out in the SAPT. 183Amicable Resolution OfferPara 224(1) PDTo be filed and served by a party who wishes to attempt mediation or any other means of amicable resolution of the dispute. 184Response to Amicable Resolution OfferPara 224(1) PDTo be filed and served by a party responding to an Amicable Resolution Offer.

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Forms in Appendix D (Forms for use in Family Justice (Protection from Harassment) Rules 2024)

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Form No.Form TitleApplicable Rule(s) / PD Paragraph(s)When should the form be used?Remarks185Application under Section 16I(2)(C) for permission to commence proceedings under Protection from Harassment Act 2014 in the Family Court Rule 4(1) FJ(PH)RTo apply for permission to commence proceedings under the Protection from Harassment Act 2014 (“POHA 2014”) in the Family Court. 186Affidavit in Support of application for permission to commence proceedings under Protection from Harassment Act 2014 in the Family Court Rule 4(3) FJ(PH)RTo provide evidence for Form 185. 187Application for Protection Order (with Expedited Order and/or Mandatory Treatment Order) Rule 7(1) FJ(PH)RTo apply for a protection order (with expedited order or mandatory treatment order, where applicable) under the POHA 2014. 188Affidavit in support of application for Protection Order / Expedited Order / Mandatory Treatment OrderRule 7(3) FJ(PH)RTo provide evidence for Form 187. 189Affidavit in reply to application for Protection Order / Expedited Order / Mandatory Treatment Order Rule 7(6) FJ(PH)RTo respond to the party’s application for a protection order (with expedited or mandatory treatment order, where applicable) under the POHA 2014. 190Order of Court (Protection Order / Expedited Order) Rule 8(1) and (2) FJ(PH)RWhen the court grants a protection order or expedited order under the POHA 2014. 191Notification to relevant party not identified in Protection Order / Expedited Order Rule 8(3) and (4) FJ(PH)RTo notify a relevant party of particulars of offending communication and publication of offending communication. 192Application to Vary / Suspend / Extend / Cancel Protection Order or Expedited Order Rule 9(1)(a) FJ(PH)RTo vary, suspend, extend or cancel a protection order or expedited order under the POHA 2014. 193Affidavit in support of application to Vary / Suspend / Extend / Cancel Protection Order or Expedited OrderRule 9(1)(b) FJ(PH)RTo provide evidence for Form 192. 194Application for False Statement Order (with Interim False Statement Order) Rule 10(1) FJ(PH)RTo apply for a false statement order (with interim false statement order, where applicable) under the POHA 2014. 195Application for Interim False Statement Order Rule 10(4)(b) FJ(PH)RTo apply for an interim false statement order under the POHA 2014. 196Affidavit in support of application for False Statement Order / Interim False Statement Order Rule 10(1) and 4(b) FJ(PH)RTo provide evidence for Form 194 and/or Form 195. 197Affidavit in reply to application for False Statement Order / Interim False Statement Order Rule 10(6) FJ(PH)RTo respond to the party’s application for a false statement order or interim false statement order under the POHA 2014. 198False Statement Order / Interim False Statement Order Rule 11(1)(a) and (2)(a) FJ(PH)RWhen the Court grants a false statement order or interim false statement order under the POHA 2014. 199Notification to relevant party not identified in Stop Publication Order / Interim Stop Publication Order Rule 11(3) and (4) FJ(PH)RTo notify the relevant party of particulars of relevant statement and publication of that statement. 200Application to Vary, Suspend or Cancel False Statement Order / Interim False Statement Order Rule 12(1)(a) FJ(PH)RTo vary, suspend or cancel false statement order or interim false statement order under the POHA 2014. 201Affidavit in support of application to Vary, Suspend or Cancel False Statement Order / Interim False Statement Order Rule 12(1)(b) FJ(PH)RTo provide evidence for Form 200. 202Order for Preliminary Assessment Report Rule 15(1) FJ(PH)RWhen the court grants an order for a preliminary assessment report. 203Order for Formal Assessment Report Rule 16(1) FJ(PH)RWhen the court grants an order for a formal assessment report. 204Mandatory Treatment Order Rule 17(1) FJ(PH)RWhen the court grants an order for a mandatory treatment. 205Application to Vary or Revoke Mandatory Treatment Order Rule 17(2) FJ(PH)RTo vary or revoke a mandatory treatment order under the POHA 2014. 206Affidavit in Support of Application to Vary or Revoke Mandatory Treatment OrderRule 17(2) FJ(PH)RTo provide evidence for Form 205. 207Affidavit in Response to application to Vary or Revoke Mandatory Treatment Order Rule 17(4) FJ(PH)RTo respond to the party’s application to vary or revoke a mandatory treatment order under the POHA 2014. 208Application to Transfer Protection from Harassment Proceedings from the Family Court to the Protection from Harassment Court Rule 5(1) FJ(PH)RTo apply to transfer proceedings under the POHA 2014 in the Family Court to the Protection from Harassment Court.

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Appendix E (Sample Bills of Costs)

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Sample No.DescriptionABill of Costs for Contentious Business - TrialsBBill of Costs for Contentious Business other than TrialsCBill of Costs for Non-Contentious Business

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Forms in Appendix F (Forms for use in Family Justice (Criminal Proceedings in Youth Courts) Rules 2024)

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Form No.Form TitleApplicable Rule(s) / PD Paragraph(s)When should the form be used?Remarks209Application by the Person-in-Charge of a Juvenile Rehabilitation Centre (CYPA) Para 244A(1) PDTo be used by the person-in-charge of a juvenile rehabilitation centre to apply to vary or discharge an Order made under section 49(1)(i) of the Children and Young Persons Act 1993 (“CYPA”). 210Notice of Application (Person-in-Charge of a Juvenile Rehabilitation Centre) (CYPA) Para 244A(2) PDTo be used when the person-in-charge of a juvenile rehabilitation centre is required to serve a Notice of Application on the parent or guardian of a child or young person to notify him or her of the application to vary or discharge an order made under section 49(1)(i) of the CYPA and inform him or her to attend before the Court to be heard on the application. 211Affidavit of Service (CYPA)Para 244A(6) PDTo be used when a person is required to file proof of service in respect of an application to vary or discharge an Order made under section 49(1)(i) of the CYPA.

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Common questions

What is PART 27: APPLICABILITY OF COURT FORMS?
PART 27: APPLICABILITY OF COURT FORMS is Singapore PRACTICE DIRECTION, cited as PRACTICE DIRECTION 27 2024, currently marked in force and first recorded in 2024.
Is PART 27: APPLICABILITY OF COURT FORMS still in force?
Yes — PART 27: APPLICABILITY OF COURT FORMS is currently in force.
When did PART 27: APPLICABILITY OF COURT FORMS take effect?
PART 27: APPLICABILITY OF COURT FORMS was first recorded in 2024.
Where can I read the official version of PART 27: APPLICABILITY OF COURT FORMS?
The official text of PART 27: APPLICABILITY OF COURT FORMS is published at epd2024-familyjusticecourts.judiciary.gov.sg.