With which jurisdictions does this country have reciprocal arrangements for enforcement of judgments?
Hague Choice of Court Convention 2005:
Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Mexico, Montenegro, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom
Bilateral:
Australia, Brunei, Hong Kong, India, Malaysia, New Zealand, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Sri Lanka, United Kingdom
If there is no reciprocal arrangement, is it still possible to enforce a foreign judgment by means of a writ on the judgment, declaration of enforceability or similar mechanism?
Yes. The judgment creditor can commence a common law action for the judgment debt and apply for summary judgment on the basis that there is no defense to the claim.
What is the approximate time required to register and enforce a foreign judgment if unopposed?
1-2 months.
What is the approximate time required to register and enforce a foreign judgment if opposed?
2-4 months, if the Court's schedule permits.
What is the approximate cost of registering and enforcing a foreign judgment (including court fees and other disbursements) if unopposed?
USD10,000 - 50,000.