Quick answer
Can an ACRA Bizfile Be Apostilled?
Yes — an ACRA bizfile apostille is available for your business profile, certificate of incorporation or certificate of good standing, issued by the Singapore Academy of Law (SAL) for overseas use. The only question is which route: direct SAL verification, or notarisation by a Notary Public first.
The Singapore Academy of Law (SAL) legalises Singapore government documents that it can verify — through a physical endorsement, a QR code, the SingPass portal or an email from the issuing agency. If SAL cannot verify the document that way, it must be notarised by a Notary Public first, and SAL then authenticates the notarised document.
We check whether SAL can verify your document directly; if not, it is notarised first. Either way, the result carries an SAL apostille certificate. Countries outside the Hague Apostille Convention then need embassy attestation.
This page is part of our company document apostille service in Singapore.
Why Bizfile Documents Get Stuck
The printout can't be verified
If the QR code doesn't scan or the printout doesn't match the online version, SAL can't verify it. We check the file and print before submission.
Verification needs your SingPass
If a document can only be checked through a director's SingPass login, SAL needs that person at the counter. We tell you upfront.
The wrong document is ordered
A bank may want a business profile, a certificate of incorporation or a good standing certificate. We don't advise which one the receiver needs — please check their list — but we make sure the one you have can go through.
The embassy step is forgotten
For the UAE and other non-Hague countries, the SAL apostille is followed by UAE embassy attestation or the relevant embassy — see embassy attestation in Singapore.
Our ACRA Bizfile Apostille Service
Route check
direct SAL verification or notarisation first
Digital document check
QR code and printout match; see digital document apostille
Notarisation
by an appointed Notary Public, when required
SAL submission and collection
we queue at the SAL counter for you
Embassy attestation
for non-Hague countries, after SAL
Translation
when the receiving country needs its own language; see translation and apostille
ACRA Bizfile Apostille Price in Singapore
| Package | Best for | Our fee | Typical time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Direct Apostille | Bizfile documents SAL can verify directly | From SGD 35 | 1–2 working days |
| Notarise + Apostille | Bizfile documents that need notarisation first | From SGD 229 | 1–2 working days |
| Apostille + Embassy | Company profiles for the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Malaysia and other non-Hague countries | From SGD 234 + embassy fee | 5–10 working days |
The prices shown above are starting prices. Your final price depends on the document type, number of pages and destination country, and will be confirmed in a written quotation before any work begins.
Add-ons: translation from SGD 29 per page · extra legalised copies from SGD 19 per copy · pickup and delivery from SGD 25 per trip
Government fees (paid at cost, set by SAL): apostille on a Singapore government document SGD 10.70 · SAL authentication of a notarised document SGD 87.20 · notarial certificate SGD 75. We confirm which fees apply to your document before you pay.
How to Apostille Your ACRA Bizfile — 4 Steps
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Send us the bizfile PDF
or printout and the destination country on WhatsApp.
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We check the route
direct SAL verification or notarisation — and send an all-in price.
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We notarise if needed and take it to SAL;
embassy attestation follows for non-Hague countries.
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Collect it or we deliver it
anywhere in Singapore.
What to Send or Bring
- The ACRA bizfile document (business profile, certificate of incorporation or good standing) — PDF and any printout you already have
- Company UEN and name
- NRIC or passport of the director, if notarisation is needed
- The overseas bank's or partner's checklist
- How many legalised copies you need
ACRA Bizfile Apostille for Your Destination
China: China has been in the Hague Apostille Convention since 7 November 2023, so the SAL apostille is the legalisation step. See company documents apostille for China and apostille for China.
UAE: non-Hague — SAL, then the UAE embassy in Singapore; see UAE embassy attestation.
Other apostille countries: apostille for India · apostille for Indonesia · apostille for Vietnam · apostille for the Philippines · apostille for Japan · apostille for South Korea · apostille for Australia · apostille for the UK · apostille for the USA
Embassy attestation needed: Qatar embassy attestation · Kuwait embassy attestation · Egypt embassy attestation · Thailand embassy legalisation · Malaysia document legalisation — see embassy attestation in Singapore.
Why Companies Choose Us for Bizfile Legalisation
We check the route first
no wasted SAL trip.
One contact for notary, SAL, embassy and translation
Clear pricing
our fee and SAL's fee listed separately, total agreed upfront.
Singapore-based
Suntec Tower One, 7 Temasek Boulevard, with pickup and delivery.
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What our clients say
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“I needed company documents legalised for use in China. There were several documents involved and I wasn't familiar with the process. They explained what needed to be done at each stage and kept me updated throughout.”
“Needed my birth certificate apostilled for use in India. I wasn't sure whether I needed to get anything notarised first, so I messaged them on WhatsApp. They explained the steps clearly and handled everything without any confusion.”
“Needed my degree certificate and transcript apostilled for an overseas job application. They checked the documents first and confirmed the process before starting. The final documents were returned neatly and within the agreed timeframe.”
“Needed a police certificate apostilled quite urgently for an overseas application. I asked about the same-day option and they confirmed the timing before I went ahead. Really appreciated the clear communication.”
“I needed several personal documents apostilled and didn't have time to arrange everything myself. The team explained the process and kept me updated until the documents were ready. Very convenient service.”
“My degree certificate needed legalisation for Indonesia. I was mainly worried about whether additional certification was required before the apostille. They checked the document and explained the correct process before proceeding.”
“I needed a single status certificate legalised for an overseas application. I had quite a few questions because it was my first time doing this. They were patient with the explanations and gave me a clear idea of the process.”
“I needed a certified true copy before proceeding with the legalisation of my documents. The appointment was straightforward and they explained what was being certified before completing the process. Very efficient service.”
“I booked a mobile notary because travelling to an office wasn't convenient for me. The appointment was arranged around my availability and everything was handled professionally. It saved me quite a bit of time.”
“My Malaysian documents needed to be legalised and I wasn't familiar with the Singapore procedure. They explained the difference between the steps clearly and checked the documents before proceeding. Very straightforward experience.”
“I needed my divorce certificate legalised for use abroad. I already had the original document but wasn't sure what authentication was required next. They explained the process step by step and made it much easier to understand.”
“I needed my A-Level certificate apostilled before sending it to a university overseas. The price and turnaround were explained before I confirmed the service. Everything was straightforward and I received the completed document as expected.”
“I needed an urgent apostille and had a fairly tight deadline. Before taking the order, they checked my document and confirmed whether the requested turnaround was possible. I appreciated the honest explanation about the timing.”
“I had several company documents that needed to be prepared for use overseas. They checked the paperwork before starting and explained what needed to be completed first. The documents were handled professionally and returned as agreed.”
“My marriage certificate needed attestation for the UAE. I contacted them through WhatsApp because I had a few questions about the embassy requirements. The replies were quick and everything was explained in simple terms.”
“I had a power of attorney that needed notarisation before it could be used overseas. I wasn't familiar with the procedure, so their explanation over WhatsApp was really helpful. Everything was handled in the order they explained.”
“My documents had already been notarised but still needed authentication. I wasn't sure what the next step was, so I sent them a copy through WhatsApp. They checked everything and explained what was still required.”
“I needed my documents apostilled for the Philippines and had no idea where to start. They explained the process clearly and confirmed what I needed before taking the documents. The whole experience was much easier than I expected.”
“I needed several documents attested for Qatar and wasn't familiar with the embassy process. They went through the documents with me and explained which steps were required. Communication was clear from beginning to end.”
“My father's death certificate needed to be legalised for use overseas. It was a sensitive family matter, so I appreciated how professionally the documents were handled. The process was explained clearly and there was no unnecessary back and forth.”
“I needed both translation and apostille for an overseas application. I initially thought I would have to arrange the two services separately. They explained the order of the steps and made the whole process much simpler.”
“I needed my documents attested for Kuwait and wasn't sure which certificates needed to be included. The team went through everything with me before I started. The process was organised and I always knew what stage the documents were at.”
“I needed my power of attorney notarised for an overseas property transaction. They explained what I needed to prepare beforehand, which made the appointment much easier. The document was handled carefully and professionally.”
“My O-Level certificates needed apostilling for an overseas education application. I wasn't sure whether the older certificates could still be processed, so I sent them over for checking first. They confirmed what was needed and handled the rest.”
“I had documents from Vietnam that needed to be legalised for use in Singapore. I wasn't sure about the terminology and kept confusing attestation with legalisation. They explained the difference clearly and told me what stage my documents needed.”
ACRA Bizfile Apostille — FAQs
Can a bizfile printout be apostilled directly?
How do I get a certificate of incorporation apostilled in Singapore?
Can a good standing certificate be apostilled for an overseas bank?
How much does an ACRA bizfile apostille cost?
How long does an ACRA bizfile apostille take?
Does the director need to come to SAL?
Do I need a Chinese translation of my bizfile for China?
Are you SAL or ACRA?
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