Notary KYC for Singapore Crypto Exchanges (MAS Licensed DPT Providers)
In Thailand, only lawyers licensed as Notarial Services Attorneys by the Lawyers Council of Thailand may notarise documents for foreign use — a status distinct from clerical certification at the district office. Coinbase SG · Independent Reserve · Crypto.com Singapore — non-resident onboarding requires notarised Proof of Address + Source of Funds. 3 Notarial Services Attorneys on desk — reach them via LINE @NYCLI.
Common pitfalls when notarising for Singapore
Coinbase SG · Independent Reserve · Crypto.com Singapore — non-resident onboarding requires notarised Proof of Address + Source of Funds.
Documents in this class are filed with MAS-Licensed Digital Payment Token (DPT) Providers, VASP Compliance Officers, each with specific formatting NYC knows from continuous casework — Notarial Services Attorneys, sworn translators and MFA / embassy messengers all work the file inside one folder.
Fees and turnaround for — Legalisation chain
- 1Notary Public — Proof of Address, Source of Funds Declaration, Passport CTC
- 2MFA Apostille
- 3Delivered to the exchange's compliance team (scanned + hard copy)
Singapore is a Hague Apostille member. Since Thailand joined the Convention on 25 Dec 2025, Consular Legalisation is no longer needed for most documents.
The NYC workflow for — Frequently notarised documents
- Proof of Address (utility bill ≤3 months)
- Notarised Source of Funds Declaration
- Certified True Copy of Passport
- Notarised Bank Statement (6 months)
Pre-notarisation checklist for — Local tips (Singapore)
- •MAS PS Act 2019 requires Enhanced Due Diligence on non-resident DPT clients — post 25 Dec 2025 the Thai Apostille replaces the old Singapore Embassy legalisation.
- •Source of Funds must specify the amount and origin (salary / business / asset sale / inheritance) — attach 6 months of payslips or the latest PND 90/91.
- •Some exchanges (e.g. Independent Reserve) require notary dates ≤30 days old — plan the timeline accordingly.
FAQ — Singapore
Why do I need a notary — can't I just send copies?
MAS Notice PSN02 §6.28 mandates EDD for non-face-to-face clients; notary / lawyer-certified documents are compulsory, not optional.
Does having Singpass remove the need?
Yes for Singpass holders — but Thai nationals without Singpass must use the notary route.
How far back must Source of Funds go?
6 months is standard; above SGD 200,000 the exchange may request 2 years plus tax filings.