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Do You Need Embassy Attestation or Just an Apostille?
Embassy attestation in Singapore is the extra step a non-Hague country needs after SAL: that country's embassy or high commission in Singapore attests SAL's certificate. It applies to documents going to the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Malaysia, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, Egypt, or Thailand until 28 February 2027. The step is also called consular legalisation.
If the country is in the Hague Apostille Convention, you do not need the embassy at all. Saudi Arabia, China and Vietnam have all joined, so an SAL apostille service in Singapore is the last step — see our pages on apostille for Saudi Arabia, apostille for China and apostille for Vietnam.
Not sure which applies? Tell us the country on WhatsApp and we'll confirm before you spend anything.
How the Chain of Legalisation Works in Singapore
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Notarisation (only if needed).
Private and company documents — a power of attorney, an employment letter, a board resolution, an international school certificate — are first notarised by a Notary Public. See notarisation and apostille.
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SAL.
The Singapore Academy of Law is the only authority that legalises Singapore documents for overseas use. Since 16 September 2021 it attaches an apostille certificate to every document it legalises — including documents that will go on to an embassy.
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Embassy or high commission in Singapore.
The destination country's mission checks SAL's certificate and adds its own attestation. Each embassy sets its own days, fees and rules.
If you remember the old route through MFA, that step no longer exists — MFA handed document legalisation to SAL on 20 January 2021. Read more on MFA legalisation in Singapore.
Why Embassy Attestation Goes Wrong
Steps done in the wrong order
An embassy will not attest a document SAL has not legalised, and SAL will not accept a private document a notary has not notarised. We map the order first.
Translation added at the wrong point
Some Gulf and Middle East authorities want an Arabic version. Where the translation sits in the chain depends on the receiving authority — we confirm this with you before anything is submitted. See Arabic translation and attestation.
Documents SAL cannot verify
Laminated originals, digital documents whose QR code doesn't scan, and unverified handwritten names are turned away at SAL — which stops the embassy step too. We pre-check everything before the first counter.
Embassy-specific requirements
Each consulate has its own list — copies, forms, appointment rules, 11:00 AM. We confirm the current requirements for your country before submission rather than relying on old information.
Our Embassy Attestation Service in Singapore
Route check
apostille only, or apostille plus embassy stamp, for your exact country and document
Notarisation
by an appointed Notary Public, for private and company documents
SAL submission and collection
we queue at the legalisation counter for you
Embassy or consulate submission
we lodge and collect at the mission in Singapore
Translation
Arabic and 140+ other languages, in the right place in the chain
Tracking, pickup and delivery
updates at each stage, delivery anywhere in Singapore
Embassy Attestation by Country
| Destination | What's involved | Page |
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| UAE | Notary if needed → SAL → UAE embassy | UAE embassy attestation |
| UAE — degrees | Degree or transcript for Dubai or Abu Dhabi jobs | degree attestation for the UAE |
| Qatar | Notary if needed → SAL → Qatar embassy | Qatar embassy attestation |
| Kuwait | Notary if needed → SAL → Kuwait embassy | Kuwait embassy attestation |
| Malaysia | Notary if needed → SAL → Malaysian High Commission | document legalisation for Malaysia |
| Myanmar | Notary if needed → SAL → Myanmar embassy | Myanmar embassy attestation |
| Sri Lanka | Notary if needed → SAL → Sri Lanka High Commission | Sri Lanka High Commission attestation |
| Egypt | Notary if needed → SAL → Egyptian embassy, Arabic translation if required | Egypt embassy attestation |
| Thailand | Embassy route until 28 February 2027, apostille after that | Thai embassy legalisation |
Country pages: UAE embassy attestation · degree attestation for the UAE · Qatar embassy attestation · Kuwait embassy attestation · document legalisation for Malaysia · Myanmar embassy attestation · Sri Lanka High Commission attestation · Egypt embassy attestation · Thai embassy legalisation
No embassy step needed: Saudi Arabia, China, Vietnam, India and other Hague countries — an SAL apostille is enough.
Embassy Attestation Price in Singapore
| Package | Best for | Our fee | Typical time |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAL + Embassy | Singapore government documents SAL can verify directly — birth and marriage certificates, NUS/NTU degrees | From SGD 234 + embassy fee | 5–10 working days |
| Notary + SAL + Embassy | Private and company documents, POAs, certified copies | From SGD 428 + embassy fee | 5–10 working days |
| Translation + Full Chain | Documents the destination needs in Arabic or another language | From SGD 234 + translation from SGD 39/page + 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: pickup and delivery from SGD 25 per trip · extra attested copies from SGD 19 per copy · translation from SGD 29 per page
Government fees (at cost): SAL legalisation SGD 10.70 per document · SAL authentication of a notarised document SGD 87.20 · notarial certificate SGD 75 (statutory notary fee). The attestation fee charged by each embassy is set by that embassy and passed on at cost.
How to Get Embassy Attestation in Singapore — 4 Steps
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Send a photo
of your document on WhatsApp and tell us the country and who asked for it.
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Get the exact chain and an all-in price
notary, SAL, embassy, translation — before you pay.
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We notarise if needed, go to SAL, then to the embassy.
You get an update at each stage.
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Collect it or we deliver it
anywhere in Singapore.
What to Send or Bring
- The original document — not laminated — or the digital file with its QR code or verification link
- Your NRIC or passport (needed for notarisation and some embassy forms)
- The checklist or email from the employer, university or authority abroad
- Any form the embassy requires, if you already have one — we'll tell you if you don't
- For company documents: the ACRA business profile and details of the authorised signatory
Popular Documents for Embassy Attestation
Degrees and transcripts (degree certificate apostille) · birth certificate apostille · marriage certificate apostille · police certificate apostille · employment letter apostille · company documents (company document apostille) · certificates of origin and invoices (certificate of origin legalisation)
Why Singapore Residents Choose Us
Right order, first time
we map the whole chain before the first counter.
One contact for every office
notary, SAL, embassy and translator.
Clear pricing
our fee, SAL's fee and the embassy fee listed separately, one total agreed upfront.
Honest answers
if your country now accepts an apostille, we tell you and skip the embassy.
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What our clients say
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“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 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.”
“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.”
“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.”
“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 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 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 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.”
“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 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 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.”
Embassy Attestation Singapore — FAQs
Which countries need embassy attestation from Singapore?
Does Saudi Arabia still need embassy attestation from Singapore?
Can the embassy attest my document without SAL?
What is the difference between consular legalisation and an apostille?
How long does embassy attestation take in Singapore?
Do I need to go to MFA for attestation?
Can you attest a document issued outside Singapore?
Is this an official government service?
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