Which route applies
United Arab Emirates (UAE) does not currently apply the Hague Apostille Convention with Singapore, so Singapore documents need full legalisation, finishing at the embassy or consulate of United Arab Emirates (UAE).
Notarisation
A Singapore Notary Public certifies the document or witnesses your signature.
Singapore Academy of Law
SAL authenticates the notary's signature and seal.
Embassy of United Arab Emirates (UAE)
The embassy or consulate in Singapore legalises the document.
Translation
If required, we provide a certified translation — some embassies ask for it to be legalised too.
Official language(s) of United Arab Emirates (UAE): Arabic. We provide certified translations into these languages when the receiving authority asks for them.
Typical documents for United Arab Emirates (UAE)
- Work visas and employment passes
- Marriage and family registration
- University admission and degree recognition
- Company registration and branch set-up
- Property and bank matters via power of attorney
- Inheritance and court proceedings
Requirements change and individual authorities can ask for more than the standard route. We confirm the current requirements for your specific document before we start.
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