Court Reporting and Depositions in Singapore
Wherever your deposition or arbitration is being held in Singapore, Planet Depos has qualified court reporters and videographers available to cover all of your proceeding needs.
Welcome to Planet Depos, where finding a qualified court reporter in Singapore has never been easier. We have local experienced and professional Singapore court reporters providing the highest quality transcripts in every area of law, including intellectual property, pharmaceutical, environmental, construction, medical malpractice, labor and employment, securities and commercial litigation. Our local, highly skilled court reporters have decades of experience making the record under the auspices of various international bodies and rules.
All of our deposition suites are outfitted with video conference equipment. With local legal videographers, Planet Depos makes videoconferencing in Singapore easy. Our conference locations are fully stocked with office supplies, refreshments, wireless internet and copy/fax machines.
Prior Permission Requirements
- Permission from the government is not required for depositions of willing witnesses in Singapore.
- Depositions can be taken at any location.
- Make sure to note any specific language and/or dialect for the interpreter.
Court reporters are not authorized to administer the oath in Singapore, so the oath will need to be stipulated on the record. Another option would be to apply to the court for a Commission to Administer Oaths.
How We Can Help in Singapore
- U.S.-trained court reporters and videographers living in Hong Kong.
- Arbitration and Court Hearing coverage.
- No Travel Fees.
- Vetted interpreters with extensive deposition experience.
- On-the-ground assistance to handle exhibit printing, shredding, and other administrative needs.
- 24/7 support.
Conference Rooms
Most attorneys prefer the convenience of meeting at a conference room in their hotel in Singapore. For those that prefer an alternative, we are pleased to offer the following conference room location:
1 Raffles Place
Singapore 048616
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Party to The Hague Evidence Convention? No
Currency: Singapore Dollar
Time Zone: GMT + 8:00
Airport: Singapore Changi International Airport (SIN)
U.S. Visa Requirements? None
U.S. State Department Website: Singapore
Depositions in Singapore Checklist
When planning a deposition in Singapore, it’s important to allow enough time (ideally, 2 to 3 weeks) for scheduling due to associated logistical challenges. Counsel will determine whether the witness is willing to be deposed. If so, both parties can stipulate and begin the process of setting up the deposition.
If the witness is unwilling to be deposed and must be compelled to testify, a letter rogatory is required. For more information, visit the International Judicial Assistance Website for the Bureau of Consular Affairs
- Determine the Planet Depos services needed:
- U.S.-trained court reporter
- U.S.-trained legal videographer
- Interpreter (specify language)
- Local exhibit printing, delivery and shredding
- Conference room
- If not participating in person, do you require videoconferencing services? (If not, please skip to the next item on the checklist)
- Do you need a location in Singapore?
- Can you attend from your firm’s videoconference suite or do you need a location in the U.S.?
- Ask about Planet Depos’ Mobile Videoconferencing capabilities!
- Select your deposition date, starting time and ending time. (Remember to note time zone!)
- Make travel arrangements
- Send protective order to Planet Depos for representatives to sign (if applicable)
- Fill out the Planet Depos Standing Order Form to ensure we fulfill all your needs
- Send Notice of Deposition to all counsel, the witness and Planet Depos
- Send prep materials to Planet Depos for reporter’s preparation:
- Notice of deposition
- Answer to Complaint
- Previous transcript(s)
- Word index
- Provide contact information for counsel who will be attending, such as hotel or cell phone number
Travel safely to Singapore and contact Planet Depos with any questions once you’ve arrived!
Travel Tips Singapore
Entry Requirements for Singapore
To enter Singapore from the United States, it is recommended you have an original, signed passport that is valid for 6 months beyond your stay. Please also make sure there are at least two (2) blank visa pages available for any necessary stamp(s).
Singapore Visas
Neither a tourist visa nor a business visa is required for American visitors to enter Singapore.
Travel in Singapore
Planet Depos is pleased to assist you with any hotel needs you may have as we offer corporate discounts at many of the top hotels in Singapore.
Medical Information
There are several modern medical facilities in Singapore, predominantly in the business district, which is very English-friendly. For more information, please contact the International Association for Medical Assistance to Travelers.
Money Matters
The currency used in Singapore is the Singapore Dollar (S$). While U.S. credit cards such as Visa, MasterCard, and American Express are accepted at most of the hotels, restaurants and retail shops on the island, smaller establishments may not accept them, so it is good idea to carry a bit of cash. There are a number of ATMs around the island and most accept U.S. debit cards. There are currency exchange booths at the airport and various locations on the island.
For up-to-date information on the local conversion rate, visit a reputable currency converter website such as OANDA, which also provides an app for smartphones.
Weather
The weather in Singapore is hot and humid for most of the year. The average daytime temperature is 88ºF. November is the monsoon season, so be prepared for wet weather.
Voltage Information for Singapore
The voltage in Singapore is 220.
For business travelers, the following items will require only a plug adapter, which allows the plug for your device to fit into electrical outlets in Singapore. These devices are dual voltage and are designed to automatically adjust the voltage from 110 to 220 (“dual voltage”).
- Cell phone chargers
- Laptops
- iPads
- Stenographic machines (used by court reporters)
It is important not to confuse plug adapters with voltage. You cannot plug any 110-voltage equipment — even with a plug adapter on it – into a 220v outlet. You need either 110-220 (dual voltage) equipment or a transformer to convert from 110 to 220.