Notary Public Fee for Witnessing in Singapore
Our notary public fee for witnessing a signature in Singapore is S$40 for each person signing, plus S$75 for the notarial certificate and S$80 + GST for the mandatory SAL apostille. Therefore, a single signatory on one document usually comes to about S$202.20.
What the notary public fee for witnessing covers
A Notary Public watches you sign, checks your identity, and then issues a notarial certificate about the execution. Moreover, every notarised document needs both a notarial certificate and an apostille, so those items appear in the calculator as well.
Want a clearer view of all notary fees?
See our complete fee guide with side-by-side comparison of witnessing and certified true copy services for 1 to 10 documents — including the cost-saving option for bundled CTC.
Notary public fee for witnessing: our rates
| Item | Fee |
|---|---|
| Witnessing, per person signing | S$40 |
| Notarial certificate, per document | S$75 |
| SAL apostille, payable to the Singapore Academy of Law | S$80 + GST (S$87.20) |
| Each exhibit marked on or attached to the document | S$10 |
| Collection of the apostille from SAL, per trip (optional) | S$50 |
| Photocopies, black and white / colour | S$0.15 / S$1 each |
In addition, we offer an outcall service, and the charge depends on the distance from the Central Business District. However, every notary public fee for witnessing stays subject to change, so please rely on the calculator above.
Notarisation compared with a lawyer witnessing your signature
A Notary Public is the right officer when the document travels overseas, because foreign authorities recognise a notarial act supported by an apostille. In contrast, for a purely local form or agreement, a practising lawyer suffices and costs much less. Consequently, please compare our lawyer fee for witnessing before you book.
Meanwhile, if you need a certified copy rather than a witnessed signature, please read our lawyer fee for CTC or our Singapore notary public fee guide.
What to bring, and common mistakes
- The unsigned original document, because you must sign in front of the Notary.
- Your NRIC or passport, so that the Notary can verify your identity.
- Every signatory in person, since we charge per person signing.
- Any exhibits, properly paginated, because each exhibit attracts a fee.
Above all, please do not pre-sign the document. Furthermore, the name in the document must match the name in your identity document, otherwise our Notary may decline the service.
Notary public fee for witnessing: frequently asked questions
Is the notary public fee for witnessing charged per signatory?
Yes. We charge S$40 for each person who signs. Therefore, two signatories on one document attract S$80 for the witnessing element.
Why is the apostille mandatory?
The Singapore Academy of Law authenticates the notarial certificate by way of an apostille, and the Apostille Convention entered into force for Singapore in 2021. Consequently, most overseas authorities now expect it.
Do I pay anything at SAL?
No. You collect the apostille at the SAL counter, and you pay nothing there, because our office has already paid that fee.
Can you come to my office?
Yes. We offer an outcall service, and the fee depends on the distance. Nevertheless, attendance at our office remains the cheaper option.
How many notarial certificates do I need for several documents?
Each attested document normally needs its own notarial certificate. However, certified true copies may sometimes be bundled under one certificate, and our fee guide explains that exception.
Book a Singapore Notary Public appointment
Loh Eben Ong LLP acts as Notary Public from 135 Middle Road, #05-11 Bylands Building, Singapore 188975. Alternatively, please call +65 6338 1810 during office hours. You may also read our notary public checklist, or visit the Singapore Academy of Law. This page gives general information only, and it is not legal advice.