FAQ — Notary, Apostille, MFA Legalization, Embassy & Certified Translation in Thailand

Notary Public service in Thailand starts at THB 1,500 per signature/document at Thai Notary Public Thailand. Same-day completion. Discounts for bulk documents. Free quote on LINE @Thainotary or +66 94-895-8999.

Thai Notary Public Thailand serves all 50 Bangkok districts and 220+ BTS/MRT stations. Walk in at Wang Thonglang HQ or book mobile notarization to your hotel/office in Sukhumvit, Silom, Sathorn, CBD. Open daily.

Thailand has no civil-law Notary Public. Instead, the Lawyers Council licenses Notarial Services Attorneys (NSA) to certify signatures, copies, oaths, and translations for international use — accepted by all 190+ countries via MFA/embassy legalization.

Thai Notary Public Thailand offers mobile notarization to BTS Asok and MRT Sukhumvit within 30 minutes. Walk-ins also accepted at our Wang Thonglang HQ — 15 minutes by taxi from Asok. Call +66 94-895-8999 or LINE @Thainotary.

MRT Sukhumvit station (Asok interchange) is covered by Thai Notary mobile notarization, 30 minutes ETA. Same-day signing for corporate documents, affidavits, certified copies. THB 1,500/signature, no travel fee inside Sukhumvit Line.

Thai Notary covers BTS Sala Daeng, BTS Chong Nonsi, MRT Si Lom and MRT Lumphini with 30-minute mobile notarization. Ideal for Silom/Sathorn law firms, banks, embassies. THB 1,500+/signature, same-day, no travel fee inside CBD.

Yes. Thai Notary mobile notarization comes to any Bangkok hotel — Sukhumvit, Silom, Sathorn, Ratchaprasong, Pratunam, Riverside. ETA 30–60 minutes. Same-day signing. THB 1,500+/signature. Walk-in or after-hours appointment available.

泰国Thai Notary公证服务每份文件/每个签名从1,500泰铢起。同日完成。批量文件有折扣。中文服务请联系LINE @Thainotary或电话+66 94-895-8999。覆盖曼谷50区及主要BTS/MRT站点。

タイThai Notary公証サービスは1署名/1書類あたり1,500バーツから。日本語対応可。当日完了。バンコク全50区とBTS/MRT 220駅以上対応。LINE @Thainotary または +66 94-895-8999 へ。

태국 Thai Notary 공증 서비스는 서명/문서당 1,500바트부터. 한국어 상담 가능. 당일 완료. 방콕 50개 구 및 BTS/MRT 220개 역 출장 가능. LINE @Thainotary 또는 +66 94-895-8999.

Thai Notary provides mobile Notary Public to BTS Asok / MRT Sukhumvit area within 30 minutes. Meet at any café, hotel, or office around Terminal 21, Times Square, Interchange 21. From THB 1,500/document + travel. Same-day, walk-in OK.

Yes — Thai Notary mobile Notary travels to any Bangkok hotel within 60 minutes. Common hotels served: Mandarin Oriental, Peninsula, Shangri-La, Sukhothai, St Regis, Sofitel, Banyan Tree. From THB 1,500/doc + THB 500 travel. After-hours OK.

Thai Notary mobile Notary serves MRT Sukhumvit (interchange with BTS Asok) in 30 minutes. Coverage to Soi Cowboy, Sukhumvit Plaza, Robinson, Grande Centre Point, Bumrungrad Hospital. From THB 1,500. After-hours, weekends OK.

Yes — Thai Notary mobile notarization covers Bumrungrad, Samitivej, Bangkok Hospital, BNH, MedPark, BDMS, and any private/public hospital citywide. POA, advance directive, affidavit signed at bedside. Same-day, 2-hour ETA. THB 3,500–8,500 + travel.

Thai Notary drafts and notarizes POA (general, special, medical, real-estate, corporate) in Thai+English. THB 2,500–7,500 incl. NSA notarization. Add MFA legalization (+THB 1,500) + embassy/apostille (+THB 1,500–6,500) for overseas use. Same-day.

Thai NSA rules require in-person signing before the notarial attorney for most acts. Video calls can be used for client identification, pre-checks, and translation review, but the actual notarization signature must be in person or by witnessed mobile dispatch. Thai Notary mobile notary fills the gap.

In Thailand, a 'notary' is a Notarial Services Attorney (NSA) — a lawyer licensed by the Lawyers Council of Thailand to certify signatures, copies, oaths and affidavits. Thailand has no separate notary public office.

Only a Notarial Services Attorney (NSA) — a lawyer licensed by the Lawyers Council of Thailand — can lawfully certify signatures, true copies, affidavits, and oaths in Thailand. The MFA Consular Department then legalises the NSA's seal for overseas use.

A certified true copy in Thailand must be certified by a Notarial Services Attorney. Thai Notary certifies passports, ID cards, degrees, contracts, and corporate documents at THB 1,500 per copy. Same-day service in Bangkok, e-stamp + ink seal + NSA signature.

Bring your original passport to Thai Notary Wang Thonglang or book mobile service to your hotel/office. A Notarial Services Attorney will photocopy the bio page, compare against the original, stamp + sign + e-stamp. THB 1,500 per copy, ready in 15 minutes.

Thai Notary covers all 50 Bangkok districts and 220+ BTS/MRT stations. Walk in at Wang Thonglang HQ (61 Soi Lat Phrao 95) or call +66 94-895-8999 for mobile notarisation at your hotel, office, hospital or law firm. Average ETA 60 minutes.

Yes — Thai Notary dispatches Notarial Services Attorneys to your hotel, office, hospital, condo, or law firm anywhere in Bangkok and most major cities. Mobile fee THB 800–1,500 in Bangkok, THB 1,800–3,500 upcountry, plus the standard notary fee.

Yes — Thai Notary regularly performs bedside notarisations at Bumrungrad, Samitivej, Bangkok Hospital, BNH, BDMS network. NSA verifies signer's capacity, witnesses the signature, certifies POA/Will/Affidavit. Same-day, THB 3,500–5,500 incl. mobile fee.

Notary fees in Thailand at Thai Notary: THB 1,500 per signature/copy, THB 2,500–3,500 for affidavits/POAs, THB 4,500 for complex corporate documents. Mobile +THB 800–1,500 in Bangkok. Bulk discounts from 5 docs. No hidden government fees.

Notary (NSA) certifies a signature inside Thailand. Apostille is an international authentication under the Hague Convention. Thailand joined the Apostille Convention effective from 28 February 2027 — Thai Notary handles full Notary → MFA → Apostille routing in one go.

Apostille service at Thai Notary Public Thailand starts at THB 2,500 per document (MFA government fee included). Express 1-day routing available. effective from 28 Feb 2027 Thailand is a Hague Apostille member — accepted in 125+ countries.

Thailand joined Hague Apostille effective from 28 Feb 2027. Apostilled Thai documents accepted in 125+ countries — USA, UK, all EU, Australia, NZ, Japan, S.Korea, Singapore, India, Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, S.Africa. Non-Hague countries (UAE, Saudi, Vietnam, China) still need embassy legalization.

Apostille in Thailand starts at THB 2,500 per document via Thai Notary (includes MFA Chaeng Watthana submission + certified translation). Standard 3–5 business days; same-day rush available. Thailand joined Hague Apostille on 28 Feb 2027.

MFA legalization is the old two-step process (MFA stamp + foreign embassy). Apostille (from 28 Feb 2027) is a one-step certificate accepted in 125+ Hague countries — faster (3–5 days vs 2–4 weeks) and cheaper.

6 steps: (1) Notarize original or get government issue; (2) Certified translation if needed; (3) Submit to MFA Chaeng Watthana; (4) Pay THB 400/page standard or 800/page rush; (5) Pickup 3–5 days; (6) Use abroad in any of 125+ Hague countries.

Thailand deposited its instrument of accession to the Hague Apostille Convention on 30 June 2026, with entry into force on 28 Feb 2027 (effective for Thailand 28 Feb 2027). Apostilles are issued by the MFA Department of Consular Affairs in Chaeng Watthana for 125+ member states; embassy legalization is no longer needed for those countries. Thai Notary process: THB 2,500–4,500, 3–5 working days.

Yes — Thailand acceded to the Hague Apostille Convention 1961 in 2026. The Department of Consular Affairs (MFA) is the designated Competent Authority issuing Apostilles. Thai Notary processes Apostilles in 5–7 working days from THB 3,500 per document.

Yes — Thailand became the 126th Contracting Party to the Hague Apostille Convention 1961, with entry into force in 2026. Apostilles issued in Thailand are accepted in all 125+ member states without further embassy legalisation.

Thailand DTV official government fee is THB 10,000 (5-year multi-entry). Thai Notary full-service package starts at THB 12,500 — covers document prep, certified translation, embassy queue, and submission from anywhere in the world.

Thailand DTV is open to: (1) remote workers/freelancers/startup founders working for an overseas employer, (2) Muay Thai or Thai cooking/language students, (3) medical/wellness tourists, and (4) dependents (spouse + children under 20). Minimum bank balance THB 500,000.

Yes. Royal Thai Embassy in Vientiane is one of the fastest DTV consulates — typical decision 3–7 business days. Thai Notary handles document prep in Bangkok, courier to Vientiane, and queue booking. Package from THB 14,500 + government fee.

Thailand DTV requires THB 500,000 (~USD 14,000) minimum in a personal bank account, statement covering last 3–6 months. Any currency accepted (converted at embassy rate). Statement must be stamped/sealed by the bank or downloaded with bank-issued digital signature.

Yes. Each DTV entry gives 180 days, extendable +180 days once per entry at Thai Immigration for THB 10,000. Total 360 days per entry. After that, a border run resets the 180-day clock for 5 years. Thai Notary handles the extension paperwork.

The Royal Thai Embassy in Vientiane, Laos is the closest, fastest, and highest-approval-rate consulate for DTV applications. 3–7 business days vs 2–4 weeks elsewhere. Thai Notary escort + docs + accommodation from THB 35,000.

Embassy legalization in Thailand at Thai Notary starts at THB 3,500 per document per embassy (excludes government and embassy fees). Covers 50+ embassies in Bangkok. For Hague countries, use Apostille (faster + cheaper) effective from 28 Feb 2027.

UAE is non-Hague — Thai documents need full chain: NSA → MFA → UAE Embassy Bangkok. Thai Notary package from THB 4,500/document + embassy fee. Turnaround 7–15 business days. Covers commercial invoices, POA, marriage, education for UAE residence visa.

Chain: (1) certified translation → (2) NSA notarization → (3) MFA Consular Affairs stamp → (4) destination embassy in Bangkok. Turnaround 5–15 business days. For Hague countries, Apostille replaces step 4 (faster + cheaper).

Embassy legalization in Bangkok costs THB 800–4,500 per document depending on country (US Embassy USD 50 ≈ THB 1,800; UK GBP 39; Australia AUD 92). Thai Notary all-in service incl. queue booking + MFA from THB 4,500. 1–4 weeks.

NAATI certified translation (Thai ↔ English) at Thai Notary starts at THB 1,200 per page. Accepted by Australian Department of Home Affairs for PR, student, partner, and skilled visas. Translator credential number printed on every page.

Yes. Australian Department of Home Affairs requires NAATI-certified translation for any non-English document (Thai birth, marriage, divorce, ID, education, police clearance). Thai Notary NAATI translations from THB 1,200/page, with credential number on every page.

NAATI-certified translation (Thai↔English) for Australian visa/immigration use starts at THB 800 per page at Thai Notary. Same-day available. All translators NAATI-certified for DHA, Home Affairs, courts, universities in Australia.

Subclass 309/820 needs: Thai birth/marriage certs, household reg, Thai ID, police clearance — all NAATI-translated. Plus relationship evidence + sponsor docs. Thai Notary all-in document + NAATI + courier package from THB 12,500.

NAATI certified translation at Thai Notary starts THB 1,500/page (standard documents) and 2,500–6,500/page for technical/legal. Same-day available. Accepted by all Australian Government departments (DHA, AAT, ATO, universities).

Thai Police Clearance Certificate (Royal Thai Police) at Thai Notary starts at THB 3,500 — covers fingerprint scheduling, application submission, pickup, and certified translation. Turnaround 5–15 business days. Express 7-day service available.

Australian visas require Thai Police Clearance + NAATI English translation. Thai Notary full package THB 5,500 — fingerprint booking, RTP application, certified NAATI translation. Turnaround 7–15 business days. No need to visit RTP yourself.

Yes. Thai Notary obtains Thai Police Clearance for applicants outside Thailand via Power of Attorney — no return trip needed. Submit fingerprints at Thai embassy in your country. Package THB 7,500. Turnaround 15–25 business days incl. courier.

Royal Thai Police issues PCC at Royal Thai Police HQ (Bangkok). Requirements: passport, immigration history, fingerprints (taken on-site or at home country police). Processing 7–21 days, government fee THB 100. Thai Notary representative service THB 3,500–9,500.

Order FBI Identity History Summary online (Channeler $18 or direct $18) → courier to Bangkok → Thai Notary translates + notarizes + MFA legalizes for Thai authorities, or returns Apostille for US/UK use. THB 4,500–7,500, 3–5 working days.

MFA process: (1) translate Thai docs to English (or vice versa) by certified translator → (2) NSA notarize → (3) submit to MFA Department of Consular Affairs (Chaeng Watthana) → (4) optional embassy legalization. Turnaround 3–7 business days.

DTV: 5-year multi-entry, 180-day stays, THB 10,000, for remote workers/students. LTR: 10-year residency, work permit included, tax incentives (17% flat), needs USD 80,000+ income or USD 1M assets. LTR is stronger for high-earners and families; DTV is cheaper and faster.

Thailand LTR visa government fee is THB 50,000 for 10 years. Thai Notary full-service LTR package starts at THB 45,000 — eligibility screening, BOI application, document prep, family inclusion (spouse + 4 dependents at no extra government fee), work permit issuance.

LTR Visa official government fee is THB 50,000 for a 10-year visa. Thai Notary all-in service from THB 65,000 (eligibility check, BOI filing, dependent visas, work permit waiver). 4 categories: Wealthy Global, Pensioner, Remote, Highly-Skilled.

Thai Work Permit government fee: THB 750 (3 months), THB 1,500 (6 months), THB 3,000 (12 months). Thai Notary full-service package from THB 12,000 — Non-B visa + WP-3/WP-10 + Tor.1, Tor.2, financial statements, employer compliance check.

Thai Work Permit government fee is THB 3,000 (1-year). Thai Notary all-in service from THB 18,500 (Non-B visa conversion, MOL filing, company docs, WP.3 application). Issued in 7–14 days. Required for ALL foreigners earning income in Thailand.

Non-B Visa single-entry THB 2,000 / multi-entry THB 5,000 (Thai embassy fee). Thai Notary all-in package incl. company sponsor docs + MOL Work Permit from THB 18,500. Required before applying for Thai Work Permit.

Thailand Non-B visa requires: (1) employer's invitation + Tor.1/Tor.2, (2) employer's company papers, (3) financial statements showing THB 2M+ capital, (4) tax returns. Thai Notary package from THB 10,000 + government fee THB 2,000 (single)/THB 5,000 (multi).

Steps: (1) get Affirmation of Freedom to Marry from your embassy in Bangkok, (2) MFA legalize + Thai translation, (3) register at any Amphur (district office) with Thai spouse. Thai Notary full package from THB 9,500. Same-week completion.

Total cost ranges THB 9,500–25,000 depending on embassy. Government Amphur fee is free for Thais, ~THB 200 for foreigners. Embassy affirmation fees vary (USA ~USD 50, UK ~£50, Germany ~€80). Thai Notary full-service from THB 9,500.

Foreigner needs: (1) Affirmation of Freedom-to-Marry from home embassy in Bangkok; (2) MFA legalization of the affirmation; (3) Thai translation by certified translator; (4) Register at any Amphur (district office). Thai Notary full service from THB 18,500.

5 steps: (1) Get Affirmation of Freedom to Marry from your embassy in Bangkok; (2) Certified Thai translation; (3) MFA legalization; (4) Register at any Amphoe (district office); (5) Optional translation + legalization of Thai marriage certificate for home country. Thai Notary package THB 9,500–28,500.

Foreigners marrying in Thailand need a Single Status Affidavit from their embassy → MFA Chaeng Watthana legalization → Thai translation → translation MFA stamp → Amphur registration. Thai Notary bundle THB 8,500–18,500, 3–7 working days.

Certified translation in Thailand at Thai Notary starts at THB 500/page (Thai↔English) and THB 800–1,500/page for Asian/European languages. NSA-stamped, MFA-acceptable. Same-day for personal documents. 30+ languages.

NAATI translation is certified by an Australian-accredited translator (for Australian authorities only). MFA-acceptable translation is certified by a Thai NSA + sealed by Thailand's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (for use in any country). Different purposes, different stamps.

Thai marriage cert needs: (1) Certified Thai→English translation by registered translator THB 800–1,500/page; (2) MFA Apostille (28 Feb 2027+) for Hague countries, or MFA + embassy for non-Hague. Thai Notary all-in from THB 3,500. 3–5 days.

Australia DHA requires NAATI-certified translation of every non-English document: Thai marriage certificate, birth certificate, household registration, ID card, divorce decree (if any), name change records. Thai Notary NAATI fee THB 1,300–2,500/doc, 2–3 working days, accepted by ImmiAccount upload.

Sworn interpreter in Thailand at Thai Notary: THB 5,000/half-day, THB 8,000/full-day for court, embassy, immigration, land office, amphur. Languages: EN, ZH, JA, KO, DE, FR, ES, RU, AR + 30+. Same-day booking via LINE @Thainotary.

Foreigners apply at Royal Thai Police HQ (Special Branch, Soi Bangkok-Noi) with passport, work permit, and fingerprints. Thai Notary escort + fingerprint + translation + MFA legalization package from THB 6,500. Issued in 7–14 days; rush 3 days.

MFA Department of Consular Affairs is at 123 Chaeng Watthana Rd Bldg, Lak Si, Bangkok 10210. Open Mon–Fri 08:30–14:30 (legalization counter closes 14:30). Online booking recommended; walk-in queue starts 06:30. Rush 800 THB/page = same-day if submitted before 11:00.

Essential expat docs (Bangkok): (1) Visa (Non-B/Non-O/LTR/DTV); (2) Work Permit; (3) TM30 address registration; (4) 90-day report; (5) Re-Entry Permit; (6) Thai driver's licence; (7) Tax ID + SSO; (8) Marriage/birth certificates legalized + translated. Thai Notary bundle THB 14,500–58,500.

Sign POA at a notary in your home country → apostille or your country's MFA + Thai embassy → courier to Thailand → translate to Thai → MFA Bangkok stamp → register at Land Office. Thai Notary handles steps 3–5 for THB 6,500–14,500, 5–10 working days.

Thai Notary mobile notary covers all 220+ rail stations across BTS Sukhumvit & Silom, MRT Blue / Purple / Yellow / Pink, ARL, and Gold Line — from National Stadium to Kheha, Bang Wa to Tao Poon. Same-day dispatch, fixed THB 2,500–4,500 onsite fee + document fees.

DBD issues a Company Affidavit (Nor Sor 3) certifying directors, shareholders, authorized signatories, and objectives. Thai Notary obtains fresh DBD copy → English translation → notary → MFA + Apostille / embassy for use abroad. THB 4,500–9,500, 3–5 working days.