Document Legalisation Singapore - Notary, SAL & Embassy

Who it is for

Document Legalisation For Individuals, Families And Businesses

Our document legalisation service is for anyone holding a Singapore document that must be used outside Singapore — citizens, PRs and foreigners leaving Singapore, people already living overseas with Singapore papers, and Singapore companies doing business abroad. If an embassy, employer, ministry, bank or court abroad has asked for “legalised”, “attested” or “consular-stamped” documents, this is the route you need.

Singapore → Abroad · This is what we doWe Legalise Singapore Documents For Use OverseasYour document was issued or signed in Singapore — by a Singapore ministry, school, company or notary — and an authority in another country needs it. We handle it whether you are still in Singapore or already overseas.

Abroad → SingaporeBringing A Foreign Document Into Singapore?A document issued in another country is usually apostilled or legalised in that country, by its own authorities. Once it reaches Singapore, we can arrange a certified translation if it is not in English.

MOST COMMON · LEAVING SINGAPORE FOR WORK

Document Attestation For Professionals Taking Jobs Abroad

You have accepted a job outside Singapore — often in the UAE, Qatar or Kuwait — and the employer or labour ministry will not issue your work visa until your papers are attested.

Moving with family

Legalisation For Families Relocating Overseas

You are moving from Singapore with your spouse or children, and the new country needs proof of your family ties for dependant visas, residence cards and school places.

Studying abroad

Document Legalisation For Students Going Overseas

You are leaving Singapore to study, or need your Singapore qualifications recognised abroad for admission, a scholarship or a professional licence.

Expanding abroad

Corporate Legalisation For Singapore Companies Going Global

Your company is opening a branch or bank account abroad, signing a joint venture or bidding for a tender, and the foreign authority needs proof your company is genuine.

Exporting

Trade Document Legalisation For Singapore Exporters

You ship from Singapore to a country where customs or the buyer’s bank will not release the goods or the payment without legalised trade papers.

Property & legal matters

Legalisation For Property, Inheritance And Court Matters Abroad

You live in Singapore but must sell property, claim an inheritance or take part in a court case in another country without travelling there yourself.

Already overseas

Remote Legalisation For Singaporeans And Former Residents Abroad

You have already left Singapore and need your Singapore papers accepted where you now live — for residency, marriage, work or a pension claim.

FOR BUSINESSES

Bulk Document Attestation For HR, Relocation And Law Firms

You move employees or clients from Singapore to other countries and need many people’s papers legalised on a deadline — through one contact, with one consolidated invoice.

Destination guide

Document Legalisation For Your Destination — Know Which Office Needs It

Document legalisation is always done for a specific office in the destination country — a ministry, an immigration department, a registry or a court. Choose your destination to know which office needs your legalised Singapore document, and what it is usually needed for.

Destination: UAE

UAE Attestation For Jobs, Visas And Licences In Dubai And Abu Dhabi

Most people send Singapore documents to the UAE for a new job, a family residence visa or a business set-up in Dubai or Abu Dhabi.

OFFICES THAT NEED IT

Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA)Final attestation stamp the UAE expects on every Singapore document
MOHRE and free zone authoritiesWork permits and employment contracts
ICP and GDRFA immigrationResidence visas for you, your spouse and children
Ministry of Higher EducationDegree equivalency for jobs and further study
DHA, DOH and MOHAPLicences for doctors, nurses and other health professionals
DED and free zone registriesCompany set-up, branches and trade licences

WHAT THEY NEED IT FOR

Work visa Family visa Degree equivalency Medical licence Company set-up Bank account

UAE Embassy Attestation From Singapore →

Choose correctly

Apostille Or Embassy Legalisation — We Confirm The Right Route For You

Both prove a Singapore document is genuine abroad. The difference is the destination — and choosing wrong means paying for certification the receiving authority will not accept.

UP TO 3 STAMPS

NON-HAGUE COUNTRIES

Embassy Legalisation For Non-Hague Countries

Notary→SAL→Embassy

Notary Public certifies private documents
Singapore Academy of Law authenticates
The destination embassy in Singapore legalises

USED FOR

UAEQatarKuwaitMalaysiaEgyptThailandTaiwan

1 · Notary2 · SAL3 · Embassy

Power Of Attorney

Your document · details hidden

Notarial Certificate Notary Public · Singapore

Authentication Certificate Singapore Academy of Law (SAL)

EmbassyLegalised

✓ Ready For Use Abroad

Illustration · sample only

1 · Notary2 · SAL Apostille✓ Done

Degree Certificate

Your document · details hidden

Notarial Certificate Notary Public · Singapore

Apostille Convention de La Haye du 5 octobre 1961 · SAL

✓ Ready — No Embassy Needed

Illustration · sample only

EMBASSY STEP SKIPPED

HAGUE MEMBER COUNTRIES

SAL Apostille For Hague Convention Countries

Notary→SAL Apostille→✓ Done

Notary Public certifies private documents
Singapore Academy of Law issues the apostille
No embassy step — the chain ends at SAL

USED FOR

ChinaIndiaVietnamUKUSAMost of Europe

Transparent pricing

Clear Document Legalisation Fees In Singapore, Step By Step

You pay only for the legalisation steps your document needs. Each price includes the Singapore government fee for that step. Embassy fees, set by each country, are quoted before you pay.

1

Notary Fees In Singapore— Private Documents Only

Witnessing / attesting a signatureS$80

Notarial certificate & notary sealS$110

Certified true copyS$90

Certified true copy with notary sealS$130

Oath, affirmation or declarationS$70

Company or commercial document executionS$170

2

SAL Authentication And Apostille Fees

Per document, SAL fee includedS$200

3

Embassy Legalisation Fees— Non-Hague Countries

Set by each embassyQuoted by country

Mobile or doorstep notary visit: price on request. All prices in Singapore dollars, per document.

Document Legalisation Cost By Document Type

Typical totals by document, before the embassy fee.

Document	Steps	Price
Marriage, birth or police certificate	SAL	S$200 + embassy
Degree or transcript	Certified copy with seal + SAL	S$330 + embassy
Power of attorney or declaration	Signature + notarial certificate + SAL	S$390 + embassy
Board resolution or company document	Company execution + SAL	S$370 + embassy

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Turnaround

Document Legalisation Timelines In Singapore — Planned Around Your Deadline

Notarisation and SAL authentication usually take 1–2 working days each. The embassy stage runs on each mission’s own queue, so we plan around it rather than promise a date we do not control.

USUALLYNotarisation1–2 Working DaysSame-day notarisation possible for urgent cases

USUALLYSAL authentication1–2 Working DaysNot counting the day we submit to SAL

VARIES BY EMBASSYEmbassy legalisationDays To WeeksSet by each embassy’s own queue — we build in a buffer and confirm before we start

Typical full chain: from 5–7 working days, plus the embassy’s own processing time

Will It Be Ready In Time? Ask Us

Avoid these

Every Document Checked Before Legalisation — No Rejections Abroad

Most legalisation delays for Singapore documents sent abroad are avoidable. These are the checks we run before anything is lodged.

WHAT GOES WRONGHOW WE PREVENT IT

✕ Wrong route for the destination countryWe check it against the current Apostille Convention list before quoting

✕ Private document sent to SAL without a notaryWe arrange notarisation first, so SAL has a signature to authenticate

✕ Translation done in the wrong orderWe confirm the embassy’s preferred order before any translation

✕ Names and numbers that do not matchWe check names, dates and references across the whole set

✕ Missing embassy requirementsWe confirm the mission’s current list and appointment system first

✕ Starting too close to the deadlineWe tell you honestly where the buffer needs to sit

FAQ

Document Legalisation Singapore — Frequently Asked Questions

The questions people ask us most before they trust us with their documents. Can’t find yours? Ask us directly.

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Is it safe to send you my original documents?

Yes. Originals travel by tracked courier, are kept securely while we work, and are used only for your job. We return them by tracked courier as soon as the last stamp is on.

Do I have to pay everything before you start?

No. You first receive your full price for each step. Nothing is charged until you have seen it and said yes.

Will there be any hidden charges later?

No. Our price for each step already includes the Singapore government fee. The embassy fee and any courier cost are quoted to you before you approve.

What if my document is rejected abroad?

We check your document against the requirements of the office that will receive it before anything is lodged — that is how most rejections are avoided. If an office still raises a query, we find out exactly why and tell you what is needed to fix it.

How will I know where my document is?

We update you at each stage — notary, Singapore Academy of Law and embassy — by WhatsApp or email, so you are never left guessing.

I am not sure what the office abroad wants. Can you help?

Yes. Forward us the email or checklist you received. We read it, tell you exactly which documents and stamps are needed, and flag anything that looks wrong before you spend money.

I have a tight deadline. Can you meet it?

Tell us your date when you enquire. Notarisation and SAL usually take 1–2 working days each, and same-day notarisation is possible for urgent cases. If an embassy cannot meet your date, we tell you honestly before you pay.

Do I need to come to Singapore or visit any office myself?

Usually not. We deal with every counter for you. If a step needs your signature in person, we explain this before you pay and suggest the easiest option.

Will my personal information be kept private?

Yes. Your documents and details are used only to complete your legalisation and are shown only to the offices that must see them.

Who will be handling my documents?

One team looks after your file from the first message to delivery, so you always know who to speak to and never have to repeat yourself.

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