Administration of Muslim Law Act (AMLA): While primarily governing Muslim matters, this act provides context for handling religious documentation in Singapore's multi-religious framework
Registration of Births and Deaths Act: Relevant for the relationship between baptismal certificates and official birth records/personal identification documentation
Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) 2012: Governs the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data in the authorization letter and baptismal certificate, ensuring proper consent mechanisms
Oaths and Declarations Act: Applicable if the authorization letter requires swearing or affirmation for legal validity
Evidence Act: Pertains to the admissibility of religious documents as evidence in legal proceedings
Church/Religious Organization Guidelines: Though not legislation, these institutional requirements must be considered for the validity of baptismal documentation
Document Format Requirements: Official Singapore requirements for document formatting and presentation
Witness Requirements: Legal requirements for witness signatures and verification of authorization letters
Notarization Guidelines: Requirements and procedures for document notarization if needed for legal validity
Language Requirements: Official language guidelines for legal documents in Singapore, with English being typically accepted
