Relocating to Singapore: Employment Passes and Dependent Passes
Singapore remains a top destination for Australian professionals, boasting a dynamic economy and an exceptional standard of living. If you are moving to the Lion City, securing an Employment Pass (EP) is your primary hurdle, followed by Dependent Passes (DP) for your spouse and children. An essential part of this immigration journey involves proving your qualifications and family ties through legally recognized Australian documents.
Which Australian Documents Do You Need?
The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) in Singapore has strict documentation requirements for visa approvals. Be prepared to provide the following:
- University Degrees and Academic Transcripts: Crucial for Employment Pass applications to verify your educational background.
- Marriage Certificates: Required to sponsor your spouse for a Dependent Pass.
- Birth Certificates: Necessary for unmarried children under the age of 21 applying for Dependent Passes.
- Vaccination Records: For foreign-born children under 12, verification from Singapore’s Health Promotion Board is required.
Apostille vs. Legalization for Singapore in 2026
In the past, document authentication for Singapore involved a tedious multi-step embassy legalization process. However, the process is now much more straightforward. Singapore officially acceded to the Hague Apostille Convention in 2021.
As of 2026, Australian public documents destined for Singapore only require a DFAT Apostille. You do not need further legalization from the Singapore High Commission. The Apostille certificate, issued by the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), provides the legal verification needed by the Singaporean government and employers to accept your degrees and civil certificates as authentic.
Note that if you are submitting private documents or copies of university degrees (to avoid marking the originals), these must first be notarized by an Australian Notary Public before DFAT can affix the Apostille.
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