Image copyright AFP Image caption Singapore's foreign minister urged citizens to be more considerate of consular services

Singaporeans have asked for diplomatic help to get a refund on illegal sexual services and to complain about fried chicken, a minister has revealed.

Foreign Minister K Shanmugam said in a Facebook post that the ministry handled more than 3,000 cases last year.

Among them was a man seeking help to speed up his girlfriend's divorce proceedings.

Mr Shanmugam said it was important for citizens to understand their priority in helping those in real difficulty.

"Our staff officers go beyond the call of duty and help people," he said.

"We have to draw the line between what is personal responsibility and what's not."

Singapore's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has 49 overseas missions including 7 High Commissions, 17 Embassies, and 14 consulates.

Other odd requests made to consular staff include: