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Chinese Embassy Legalisation in Singapore — Is It Still Needed?
Not for the apostille route. Since China joined the Hague Apostille Convention on 7 November 2023, a Singapore document apostille for China from the Singapore Academy of Law (SAL) replaces the old consular legalisation step at the embassy of China in Singapore. For a Singapore document going to China, the SAL apostille is the Singapore step — confirm any translation requirement with the receiving authority.
SAL is the only competent authority that legalises Singapore documents for overseas use. Government documents SAL can verify go straight to SAL; private and company documents need a Notary Public first.
Not sure which applies? WhatsApp us a photo and tell us what it's for in China.
Why Documents for China Get Delayed
Following the old embassy process
Paying for a consular step you don't need costs time. We tell you the current route before you book anything.
No Chinese version
SAL does not translate, and the receiving office in China may ask for a Chinese translation — confirm with the receiving authority. We arrange it and, where needed, have it notarised with the document — see Chinese translation and apostille.
Laminated certificates
SAL cannot apostille a laminated original. We help you get a fresh extract, or an apostille on an SAL-made copy if the Chinese office accepts copies.
Company papers without a notary
Board resolutions and POAs are private documents — SAL only apostilles them after notarisation. We arrange the Notary Public and SAL authentication together.
Digital extracts with a faulty QR code
The printout must match the online version exactly and the QR code must scan. We test it first.
Our Apostille Service for China from Singapore
Document pre-check
we confirm SAL can verify it before any fee is paid
Notarisation
by an appointed Notary Public, for company documents, POAs and declarations
Chinese translation
when the receiving office in China asks for one
SAL submission and collection
we queue at the legalisation counter at The Adelphi, Coleman Street
Corporate handling
multiple documents for one WFOE file, with company invoicing
Pickup and delivery
anywhere in Singapore
Apostille for China — Price in Singapore
| Package | Best for | Our fee | Typical time |
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| Direct Apostille | Singapore birth and marriage certificates, NUS/NTU degrees, MOE certificates SAL can verify | From SGD 35 | 1–2 working days |
| Apostille + Chinese Translation | Birth certificate for hukou, marriage certificate, degree for a work permit | From SGD 35 + translation from SGD 29/page | 2–4 working days |
| Company Pack | ACRA BizFile, certificate of incorporation, board resolution, POA for WFOE setup | From SGD 249 per document (10% off 5+) | 1–3 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: same-day service +SGD 49 per document · pickup and delivery from SGD 25 per trip · translation from SGD 29 per page · extra apostilled copies from SGD 19 per copy
Government fees (paid to SAL at cost, set by SAL): apostille on a Singapore government document SGD 10.70 per document · SAL authentication of a notarised document SGD 87.20 · notarial certificate SGD 75 (statutory notary fee).
How to Get Singapore Documents Apostilled for China — 4 Steps
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Send a photo
of your document on WhatsApp and tell us what it's for in China.
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Get the exact steps and an all-in price
including translation, if needed — before you pay.
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We pre-check, translate or notarise if needed, and take it to SAL.
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Collect it or we deliver it
anywhere in Singapore.
What to Send or Bring
- The original document — not laminated — or, for a digital extract, the file and its QR code or verification link
- Your NRIC or passport (needed for anything notarised)
- Names exactly as in each passport, including Chinese characters if the translation must show them
- The checklist from the office in China — hukou, marriage registry, employer or company registration agent
- For company documents: a director's ID and the board resolution or POA draft
Documents We Apostille for China
Child's birth certificate
for hukou or family registration — see Singapore birth certificate apostille for China
Company documents
for WFOE setup, bank accounts and filings — see Singapore company documents apostille for China
ACRA BizFile
and certificate of incorporation — see ACRA bizfile apostille
Marriage certificates
for registration in China — see Singapore marriage certificate apostille — and degree certificates for a work permit — see degree certificate apostille
Police certificate or employment letter
if a Chinese employer or work-permit office asks for one — see police certificate apostille and employment letter apostille
Why Singapore Residents and Companies Choose Us
We check before SAL does
laminated copies, QR codes and missing notarisation caught in advance.
Translation and apostille in one order
no second provider to coordinate.
Clear pricing
our fee and SAL's legalisation fee listed separately, total agreed upfront.
Close to SAL
our Suntec Tower One office is minutes from SAL, with pickup across Singapore.
Samples of what you get back
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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.”
“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 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.”
“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 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.”
“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.”
Apostille for China from Singapore — FAQs
Do I still need Chinese embassy legalisation in Singapore?
How much does it cost to apostille a Singapore document for China?
How long does an apostille for China take in Singapore?
How do I apostille a Singapore birth certificate for hukou registration?
Does SAL translate documents into Chinese?
Which company documents do I need apostilled for a WFOE in China?
Can you collect my apostille if I'm travelling?
How will the office in China verify my apostille?
Can SAL apostille a Chinese document for use in Singapore?
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Get Your Documents Ready for China Without a Wasted Trip
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