Quick answer
Do Singapore Documents for the Philippines Need Embassy Authentication?
No. A Singapore document apostille for the Philippines from the Singapore Academy of Law (SAL) is the certification the Hague Apostille Convention provides for, so no Philippine Embassy authentication is needed for the Convention step. SAL is the only authority that legalises Singapore documents for overseas use; confirm the receiving office's checklist before you start.
You may see "Philippine Embassy Singapore authentication" mentioned as a route. Since 14 May 2019, for Singapore documents going to the Philippines, the apostille takes the place of embassy legalisation. The receiving office — a civil registry, school or agency — sets its own checklist, so we always ask you to confirm with them that an apostilled document is what they want. Our SAL apostille service in Singapore covers every step.
Not sure what the Philippine office is asking for? Send us their checklist — we confirm before you pay.
Why Documents for the Philippines Get Held Up
Laminated birth certificates
SAL cannot put an apostille on a laminated document. We help you get a fresh extract, or an apostille on an SAL-made copy if the receiving office accepts copies.
Handwritten names
Older birth certificates with handwritten names must be verifiable by SAL. We tell you whether a new extract is the faster route.
Private school or company documents
Records from private or international schools, or letters from an employer, need a Notary Public before SAL. We add notarisation and apostille when it's needed.
Digital certificates with a faulty QR code
The printout must match the online version exactly and the QR code must scan — see digital document apostille. We print and test before we go.
Trying to apostille a Philippine document in Singapore
SAL only legalises Singapore documents. A document issued in the Philippines is handled in the Philippines.
Our Apostille Service for the Philippines
Singapore birth certificate apostille
for registering a child's birth and passport matters
Singapore marriage certificate apostille
ROM certificates, paper or digital, for marriage registration
O-Level, A-Level and school certificate apostille
MOE certificates and school records
Degree certificate apostille and transcripts
NUS, NTU, polytechnic and ITE certificates
Power of attorney for use overseas
notarised and apostilled, for family or property matters at home
Certified copies and translations
via translation and apostille if the recipient asks for one
Pickup and delivery
anywhere in Singapore
Apostille for the Philippines — Price in Singapore
| Package | Best for | Our fee | Typical time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Direct Apostille | Birth and marriage certificates, MOE certificates, local university degrees | From SGD 35 | 1–2 working days |
| Notarise + Apostille | Private school records, employer letters, POAs, certified copies | From SGD 229 | 1–2 working days |
| Family Set | Several documents for one birth or marriage registration | From SGD 35 per document | 1–2 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 · 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 · apostille on an SAL-made copy SGD 11.77 · SAL authentication of a notarised document SGD 87.20 · notarial certificate SGD 75.
How to Get a Singapore Apostille for the Philippines — 4 Steps
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Send a photo
of your document on WhatsApp and tell us what it's for in the Philippines.
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Get the exact steps and an all-in price
before you pay anything.
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We pre-check, notarise if needed, and take it to SAL.
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Collect it or we deliver it
anywhere in Singapore, ready to send home.
What to Send or Bring
- The original document — not laminated — or, for digital documents, the file and its QR code or verification link
- Your NRIC, passport or work pass (needed if a document is notarised)
- The checklist from the Philippine office receiving it
- How many apostilled copies you need
Other Countries and Documents
If your family needs the same set for more than one country, see our apostille for Indonesia, apostille for India, apostille for Japan and apostille for Australia pages, or our certified true copy in Singapore service for passport and ID copies.
Other documents for the Philippines: if the receiving office asks for them, see death certificate apostille, employment letter apostille or police certificate apostille.
Why Filipinos in Singapore Choose Us
We check before SAL does
we look for problems in a photo before anyone goes to SAL
One contact for every step
notary, SAL, translation and delivery
Clear pricing
our fee and SAL's 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 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 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 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.”
“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.”
“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.”
“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 the Philippines — FAQs
Do I still need Philippine Embassy authentication in Singapore?
How do I apostille a Singapore birth certificate for the Philippines?
Can my Singapore marriage certificate be apostilled for use in the Philippines?
How much does an apostille for the Philippines cost in Singapore?
How long does an apostille for the Philippines take in Singapore?
Can SAL apostille my Philippine passport or PSA certificate?
Do my school records need a notary first?
How can the Philippine office check my apostille?
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