Quick answer
Is a Same-Day Apostille Possible in Singapore?
A same-day apostille in Singapore can be possible — but only when three things line up:
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The document can be verified by SAL, or notarised, that same day.
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It reaches us before 11:00 AM
so it can be submitted while the SAL counter is open.
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The SAL counter is open that day
Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 4:30 pm. On the eves of New Year, Chinese New Year and Christmas it is open 9:00 am to 12:30 pm. It is closed on weekends and public holidays.
The SAL counter works on a walk-in basis with no appointment, and fees are paid online by card. Embassy attestation in Singapore for non-Hague countries depends on each embassy's own timeline — we give you a realistic timeline for that part.
For standard timelines and all document types, see our SAL apostille service in Singapore.
What Stops a Same-Day Apostille
Arriving after the cut-off. SAL closes its counter at 4:30 pm (12:30 pm on the eves of New Year, Chinese New Year and Christmas). Documents that reach us after 11:00 AM move to the next working day.
A laminated original. SAL cannot apostille a laminated document. A fresh extract from the issuing agency may take longer; an SAL-made copy can work if your receiver accepts copies.
A digital document that won't verify. The printout must match the online version and the QR code must scan. See digital document apostille.
Verification through your SingPass or email. If only you can verify the document, you need to be at the SAL counter yourself. We tell you upfront so the day isn't lost.
A private document with no notary booked. Company papers, POAs and private school certificates need a Notary Public first — see notarisation and apostille. We arrange an urgent notary when possible.
Our Express SAL Legalisation Service
Instant photo check
we tell you if same-day is realistic before you pay
Urgent notary
an appointed Notary Public, when a private document needs notarisation
Same-day SAL submission
for documents received before 11:00 AM
Embassy attestation
for non-Hague countries, on the fastest timeline we can confirm: the same working day for documents received by 11:00 AM
Express pickup and delivery
anywhere in Singapore
Same-Day Apostille Price in Singapore
| Package | Best for | Our fee | Typical time |
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| Same-Day Direct Apostille | Singapore government documents SAL can verify — birth and marriage certificates, NUS/NTU degrees, MOE certificates | From SGD 84 | Same working day if received before 11:00 AM |
| Urgent Notarise + Apostille | Private and company documents, POAs, certified true copies | From SGD 278 | Same working day (received by 11:00 AM) |
| Express Apostille + Embassy | Documents for the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Malaysia and other non-Hague countries | From SGD 283 + embassy fee | SAL step same day; embassy 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: express 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 · SAL-made copy SGD 11.77 · SAL authentication of a notarised document SGD 87.20 · notarial certificate SGD 75 · signature witnessing SGD 40. Same-day service does not change SAL's fees.
How Same-Day Apostille Works — 4 Steps
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WhatsApp a photo
of the document, the country and your deadline — as early as possible.
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Get a yes or no on same-day
and an all-in price, before you pay.
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Hand over the original before 11:00 AM;
we notarise if needed and take it to SAL.
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Collect it the same evening or we deliver it
anywhere in Singapore.
What to Send or Bring
- The original document — not laminated — or the digital file with a working QR code
- NRIC or passport, if the document needs notarisation
- The receiver's checklist and your deadline date
- How many apostilled copies you need
Urgent Documents We Handle
Popular documents: birth certificate apostille · marriage certificate apostille · degree certificate apostille · police certificate apostille · employment letter apostille · power of attorney · certified true copy · company document apostille
Hague destinations: apostille for India · apostille for China · apostille for the UK · apostille for the USA · apostille for Australia
Non-Hague deadlines: embassy attestation in Singapore — including UAE embassy attestation and Qatar embassy attestation; ask us for the realistic timeline.
Why Singapore Residents Choose Us When It's Urgent
A straight answer first
we tell you if same-day is not possible, before you pay.
We check before SAL does
problems like lamination or a faulty QR code are visible in a photo.
Close to SAL
our Suntec Tower One office is minutes from SAL at The Adelphi on Coleman Street.
Clear pricing
our fee and SAL's fee listed separately.
Samples of what you get back
In the order the documents are prepared — tap any sample to enlarge it.
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What our clients say
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“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.”
“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.”
“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.”
“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 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.”
“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.”
Same-Day Apostille — FAQs
Can I get an apostille on the same day in Singapore?
What time does the SAL legalisation counter close?
Do I need an appointment at SAL for an urgent apostille?
Can I get an urgent notary in Singapore the same day?
Is embassy attestation possible on the same day?
Can I get a same-day apostille on a Saturday?
Does express SAL legalisation cost more at SAL?
Are you part of SAL?
Beat Your Deadline — Send It Now
WhatsApp a photo before 11:00 AM — we'll tell you straight away if same-day is possible and what it costs.
Mon–Fri 9 am – 9 pm · Sat–Sun 10 am – 6 pm 7 Temasek Boulevard, #12-07 Suntec Tower One, Singapore 038987