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What Is Sri Lanka High Commission Attestation in Singapore?
Sri Lanka High Commission attestation in Singapore is the chain that prepares a Singapore document for use in Sri Lanka: notarisation by a Notary Public where the document needs it, legalisation by the Singapore Academy of Law (SAL), and then attestation by the High Commission of Sri Lanka in Singapore. Sri Lanka is a non-Hague country, so the SAL apostille certificate is followed by the high commission step. SAL is the only authority that legalises Singapore documents for overseas use.
Singapore public documents SAL can verify — ICA birth certificates and ROM marriage certificates SAL can check, MOE-letterhead certificates, degrees from NUS, NTU, SMU, SIT, SUSS and SUTD — go straight to SAL. Private documents, affidavits, powers of attorney and private-school certificates need a Notary Public first.
Not sure which route applies? Send a photo and we confirm before you pay.
Why Documents for Sri Lanka Get Delayed
Only the apostille was done
For Sri Lanka, the high commission step follows SAL. We plan every step of the chain of legalisation together.
Laminated certificates
SAL cannot apostille a laminated document. We arrange a fresh extract, or an SAL-made copy if the recipient accepts copies.
Handwritten names on older birth certificates
SAL has to verify them. We tell you whether a new ICA extract is the faster route.
A Sinhala or Tamil translation requested
If the office in Sri Lanka asks for a translation, we arrange translation and apostille in the same order — confirm with the recipient.
Unclear high commission requirements
We confirm the high commission's current requirements, and whether we can submit on your behalf, when we quote.
Our Sri Lanka Attestation Services in Singapore
Document pre-check
we confirm SAL can verify it before anything is paid
Notarisation when required
by an appointed Notary Public (notarisation and apostille)
SAL legalisation
we take it to the SAL counter at The Adelphi (SAL apostille service in Singapore)
Sri Lanka High Commission step
prepared and tracked by us; submission on your behalf where the high commission allows it
Translation
only if your recipient asks for it
Powers of attorney
for property or family matters handled by relatives in Sri Lanka
Pickup and delivery
anywhere in Singapore
Sri Lanka Attestation Fees in Singapore
| Package | Best for | Our fee | High commission fee | Turnaround |
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| SAL + Sri Lanka High Commission | Birth and marriage certificates SAL can verify, NUS/NTU/MOE certificates | From SGD 234 | At cost | 5–10 working days |
| Notarise + SAL + High Commission | Powers of attorney, affidavits, private-school certificates, company documents | From SGD 428 | At cost | 5–10 working days |
| Translation add-on | When the Sri Lanka recipient requests it | From SGD 39 per page | — | 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.
Government fees (set by SAL, passed on at cost): SAL apostille on a Singapore government document SGD 10.70 per document · SAL authentication of a notarised document SGD 87.20 (paid at the notary; SAL's legalisation fee is then waived) · notarial certificate SGD 75 (+SGD 20 per extra party) · signature witnessing SGD 40.
Our fee, the government fees and the high commission fee appear as separate lines, with one agreed total.
How Sri Lanka Attestation Works — 5 Steps
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1
Send a photo
of your document on WhatsApp and tell us who in Sri Lanka will receive it.
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2
Get the exact route and an all-in price
before you pay.
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We notarise if needed and take it to SAL
for the apostille certificate.
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We handle the Sri Lanka High Commission step
and track it until the stamp is on.
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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 digital documents, the file and its QR code
- Your NRIC or passport (needed if anything is notarised)
- Any checklist or letter from the office in Sri Lanka receiving it
- Whether a Sinhala or Tamil translation has been requested
- How many attested copies you need
Documents We Attest for Sri Lanka
Family: birth certificate apostille · marriage certificate apostille · death certificate apostille · court order apostille · power of attorney in Singapore
Education, work and records: degree certificate apostille · employment letter apostille · police certificate apostille · company document apostille
Other non-Hague destinations: Malaysia document legalisation · Myanmar embassy attestation · UAE embassy attestation
Why Singapore Residents Choose Us for Sri Lanka Attestation
We check before SAL and the high commission do
if a document has an issue that would cause a wasted trip, we can flag it from a photo first.
One contact for every step
notary, SAL, high commission, translation and delivery.
Clear pricing
our fee, government fees and high commission fee listed separately.
Straight answers
if a step isn't needed, we tell you.
What our clients say
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“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 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.”
“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 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.”
“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.”
“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.”
Samples of What You Get Back
In the order the documents are prepared — tap any sample to enlarge it.
Watermarked illustrations with fictitious details. Your real documents stay private.
Sri Lanka High Commission Attestation — FAQs
Does Sri Lanka accept an apostille from Singapore?
How do I attest a Singapore birth certificate for Sri Lanka?
How do I attest a Singapore marriage certificate for Sri Lanka?
How much does Sri Lanka High Commission attestation cost in Singapore?
How long does Sri Lanka High Commission attestation take in Singapore?
Do I need a Sinhala or Tamil translation?
Is the high commission the same as the Sri Lankan embassy?
Are you the Singapore Academy of Law or the Sri Lanka High Commission?
Get Your Documents Ready for Sri Lanka
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