Document Legalization in Singapore - Certification Explained

Certification involves verifying the authenticity and legal validity of documents through consular authorities. This is often more complex than notarization.

Types of Certification

• Single Certification: The applicant submits the notarized document to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the destination country for certification.

• Double Certification: The notarized document is submitted to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, then forwarded to the destination country’s embassy for secondary certification.

Certification Procedures

• Official Document Authentication: Valid notarized documents are submitted to the embassy or Ministry of Foreign Affairs. For double authentication, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs authenticates the document first, followed by the embassy in China.

• Unofficial Document Authentication: This involves triple authentication by a Singapore lawyer, the Singapore Law Society, and the relevant embassy.

Common Types of Certification

• Ministry of Foreign Affairs Certification

• Embassy Certification

• Lawyer Witness Law Society Certification

• Accountant Certification

• Secretary Certification

Documents Required for Certification

• Company registration certificates

• Licenses

• Business contracts

• Personal certificates and identity documents

• Bank accounts

• Overseas investment and financing documents

• Various statements

Choosing Move2SG

Move2SG provides comprehensive support throughout the document legalization process in Singapore. Our services include:

• Assisting in the preparation and submission of all required documents.

• Ensuring compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements.

• Offering expert guidance to ensure a smooth and efficient transition or closure process.

For personalized support and expert advice, please contact us.