Marriage Annulment Lawyers

Annulment of Marriage in Singapore

An annulment is a legal process that brings your marriage to an end. Once annulled, the marriage is treated as though it never existed in law. Unlike a divorce – which generally requires you to be married for at least three years – an annulment may be possible even if you have been married for less than three years, provided that you meet the legal criteria.

After a successful annulment, both parties’ marital status is restored to ‘single,’ unlike in a divorce where they are regarded as ‘divorcees.’

Our family lawyers at PKWA Law have extensive experience helping clients navigate annulments, and we will guide you through the process with clarity and care. Our fees are fixed, clear, and transparent from the outset, with no hidden charges, and we are pleased to offer a free initial consultation.

 Grounds for annulment in Singapore

To annul a marriage in Singapore, one party must file proceedings stating that the marriage is either void or voidable.

Void marriages

Under Section 105 of the Women’s Charter, a marriage may be void on the following grounds:

• One person is already married.
• Someone is under 18 and has not been authorised to get married.
• Marriages between Muslims that are registered/solemnised under civil law.
• Where the marriage was not properly solemnised.
• The parties in the marriage are closely related by blood.

Voidable marriages

Under Section 106 of the Women’s Charter, a marriage may be voidable on the following grounds:

• The wife was already pregnant by another man at the time of the marriage.
• Due to one or both parties’ incapacity, the marriage has not been consummated.
• One party wilfully refuses to consummate the marriage.
• The marriage took place without valid consent – for example, due to duress, mistake, or a mental disorder.

How long does it take?

If the matter is uncontested, the annulment process takes about 4 to 5 months. At the end of the case, you will receive a Certificate of Nullity.

Why Choose PKWA Law

With more than 30 years of history and a team of over 100 lawyers and staff, PKWA Law is one of Singapore’s most established family law firms. We have acted for clients across all aspects of family law, including annulments, divorces, and custody matters.

Our lawyers are consistently recognised as leading Singapore family lawyers by The Straits Times, Benchmark Litigation, Asian Legal Business, Singapore Business Review and Doyle’s Guide.

We are a safe and trusted choice to guide you through the annulment process with professionalism and care.