Thai PCC shipping to Japan. Postage ~ THB 2,200. Total 15–30 days. Rated 4.9/5.
Thai Police Clearance Certificate service for Thai citizens or foreigners in or shipping to Japan. End-to-end processing with DHL/FedEx delivery in 7–15 business days. Estimated postage THB 2,200.
Complete guide: Thai Police Clearance Certificate
What type of PCC does Japan require?
Japan requires MFA legalization followed by attestation at the สถานทูตญี่ปุ่น. Every certificate we ship carries the issuing authority's full stamp and signature, certified translation by an MFA-recognized translator, MFA consular legalization, and สถานทูตญี่ปุ่น attestation when required.
Japan visas commonly requiring PCC
Highly Skilled, Spouse of Japanese. All long-stay visas above require a PCC from every country where the applicant lived for 6–12 months or more during the past 5–10 years. Our finished certificate is ready to file immediately after the legalization chain is complete.
Workflow for clients already in Japan
(1) Sign and have the PoA legalized at the Thai diplomatic mission in Japan. (2) Ship originals and copies to our Thailand team. (3) We process the criminal records check, fingerprinting via FBI FD-258 or the Thai consular post. (4) Translation + MFA legalization + สถานทูตญี่ปุ่น attestation. (5) DHL/FedEx ships back to Japan in 7–15 days — total 15–30 days from dispatch.
Total cost shipping to Japan
Bundled cost shipping to Japan ranges THB 6,000–15,000 depending on number of copies, translation language, and legalization level (MFA only vs. สถานทูตญี่ปุ่น attestation). Postage ~ THB 2,200. Request a precise bundled quote anytime.
PCC for foreign nationals living in Thailand
Required documents: original Thai national ID card, two copies of the ID, two copies of the house registration, original passport plus copies of the photo page and entry/exit stamps, every name-change certificate (if any), marriage/divorce certificate (if any), the completed application form, an invitation or purpose letter from the destination authority (consulate, employer, school), and — for representation — a Power of Attorney with a THB 30 stamp duty plus the representative's ID copy.
Requesting a PCC from overseas using a Power of Attorney
CRD government fees are THB 100 for the Thai-language certificate and THB 200 for the English version. Standard processing 7–15 business days; express 3–5 days. Our service fee covers document running, off-site fingerprinting, coordination, translation, MFA legalization, and consulate attestation — bundled Contact us for a quote depending on destination country and number of copies.
Mobile live-scan fingerprinting at home or office
The police PCC alone is valid only inside Thailand. To use it overseas, two more steps are required: (1) translation by an MFA-recognized translator, and (2) consular legalization at the Department of Consular Affairs (MFA), then optionally diplomatic mission attestation. This is Thailand's legalization chain — Thailand has not joined the Hague Apostille Convention 1961, so true document attestation is not available.
1-day express PCC for visa-deadline cases
An authentic certificate carries the Garuda emblem, the Royal Thai Police logo, the applicant's name in Thai and English, national ID number, date of birth, nationality, purpose of application, the result (clear / not clear with detail), the signature of the Commander of the CRD, and the office's blue seal. The reference number can be verified with the CRD.
PCC for international adoption proceedings
Translation must be done by a translator registered with the MFA Department of Consular Affairs or otherwise recognized by them. The certified translation must mirror the original — dates, reference numbers, signatory name, and result. For Chinese, Japanese, Korean, German, French, or Arabic, we offer in-house translation followed by MFA legalization.
PCC for employment in Five Eyes countries (US/UK/CA/AU/NZ)
Consular legalization happens at the MFA Department of Consular Affairs, Chaeng Wattana Road, or its regional branches. The fee is THB 200 per document for standard service (2 business days) or THB 400 for express (1 corporate day). Legalized documents carry the red MFA seal, the legalization officer's signature, and a reference number for verification.
How the work runs and the documents you need first
We are both the filing team and your advisers, with 15+ years of combined experience. We map the document route and confirm the realistic steps for your case before any work starts.
Working steps
1. Confirm the purpose and receiving authority
The stated purpose determines the certificate format, the language of the translation and whether fingerprints are mandatory.
Handled by: Applicant + our team · Typical time: Same day
2. Fingerprinting
Attend the records division or an accepted station; overseas applicants use an embassy or local police form.
Handled by: Applicant · Typical time: 1 day
3. Lodge the application
The file is submitted to the Royal Thai Police and tracked until issue.
Handled by: Our team · Typical time: 2–4 weeks
4. Translate and legalise
Certified translation plus consular and embassy steps where the destination requires them.
Handled by: Our team · Typical time: 3–7 business days
Overall timeframe: Plan for roughly 3–6 weeks from first appointment to a fully translated and legalised certificate. The police processing stage is the longest and cannot be accelerated by an agent.
Documents to prepare first
Passport (original or clear bio-page copy)
Spelling must match the application exactly
Thai ID card and house registration, or visa/work permit pages
Thai nationals use ID and house registration; foreign nationals use immigration records
Fingerprint form
Taken at the records division, an accepted police station, or an embassy if you are overseas
Power of attorney if a representative files for you
Required where the applicant cannot attend in person
Photographs to the current specification
Recent, plain background, matching the application form
Advisory tips
Apply early — most destinations only accept certificates issued within the last 3–12 months
Use the same passport for the application and the later submission
Ask whether the authority wants the certificate sent directly by the issuing body
Why files get rejected
No agent can change the outcome of a records check or shorten the police queue
Name mismatches between passport and translation are the most common rejection cause
Skipping a legalisation step usually forces the entire chain to be repeated
Thailand is not part of the Hague Apostille Convention. Overseas use requires the chain Police → MFA → destination diplomatic mission.
What if my record is not clear?
Our lawyers review the case. Minor expired offences may qualify for record erasure under the Criminal Records Act.
Do I have to attend the CRD in person?
Only for the 10-finger scan. Everything else can be handled by our team.
Is off-site fingerprinting possible?
Yes, case-by-case for elderly, bedridden, or remote foreign clients. Extra fee applies and pre-arrangement is required.
Can a foreigner's Thai PCC be used in their home country?
Yes after MFA and home-country consular post legalization. Common for foreign PR or returning home.
How far back does the police check go?
All registered criminal cases since legal adulthood.
If I changed my name, do I declare the old one?
Yes — list every former name on the form and attach all name-change certificates so the CRD can search completely.
How long is the PCC valid?
Usually 3-6 months from the issue date. Strict embassies (US, Canada, UK) enforce 3 months; Germany, Spain accept 6.
Can I request the PCC of a deceased person?
Yes for legal need (estate, cold cases). The requester must be a legal heir and supply the death certificate plus proof of heirship.
Can I get a PCC for a minor child?
Children under 14 usually don't need one. Some destinations (US, Canada) require it from age 16. Parental consent + the child attending the fingerprint scan in person.
Real customer questions, answered by our attorneys
Selected from our knowledge base of 3,300+ real questions we have answered.
What court documents are mandatory when applying for a Thai police clearance for an adopted foreign child?
Police clearance
Short answer to "What court documents are mandatory when applying for a Thai police clearance for an adopted foreign child?" — Documents required: passport (all stamped pages), Thai ID + house-registration if Thai citizen, two 2×2-inch photos, purpose letter from the embassy/employer if any, and our notarised Power of Attorney (we provide the template). Standard turnaround is 7–15 business days and express is 3–5 business days (subject to the CRD queue); service and government fees are quoted on request via +66 94 895 8999, LINE @Thainotary or Contact@thainotary.co.th. Includes power of attorney, fingerprinting, CRD filing, English translation, MFA legalisation and Apostille (Thailand joined the Hague Apostille Convention 28 Feb 2027). Worldwide DHL/EMS dispatch — call 094-895-8999 to book a mobile fingerprinting slot.
Are there English-speaking police clearance agents or legal services in Udon Thani?
Police clearance
Short answer to "Are there English-speaking police clearance agents or legal services in Udon Thani?" — We offer nationwide Mobile Fingerprinting (Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket, Pattaya, Khon Kaen, Udon Thani, Nong Khai) so you never need to visit the CRD in person — the entire process can be done by Power of Attorney. The certificate is valid for 3–6 months depending on the receiving authority. We can courier the sealed original via DHL/EMS worldwide with door-to-door tracking. Free consultation on LINE @Thainotary or call 094-895-8999 (Mon–Sun 08:00–20:00 ICT).
Is there a reliable service provider for Thai police clearance assistance in Nong Khai?
Police clearance
Per Royal Thai Police CRD (Criminal Records Division) to "Is there a reliable service provider for Thai police clearance assistance in Nong Khai?" — Documents required: passport (all stamped pages), Thai ID + house-registration if Thai citizen, two 2×2-inch photos, purpose letter from the embassy/employer if any, and our notarised Power of Attorney (we provide the template). Standard turnaround is 7–15 business days and express is 3–5 business days (subject to the CRD queue); service and government fees are quoted on request via +66 94 895 8999, LINE @Thainotary or Contact@thainotary.co.th. Includes power of attorney, fingerprinting, CRD filing, English translation, MFA legalisation and Apostille (Thailand joined the Hague Apostille Convention 28 Feb 2027). Worldwide DHL/EMS dispatch — call 094-895-8999 to book a mobile fingerprinting slot.
Are there express fast-track processing protocols available for commercial airline pilots and flight personnel?
Police clearance
Quick summary for expats & migration agents to "Are there express fast-track processing protocols available for commercial airline pilots and flight personnel?" — If you are outside Thailand, take your fingerprints at any local police station or Royal Thai Embassy on form FD-258 or Thai form Tor.Tor.14, mail the originals to us, and we submit them to CRD the next business day. The Thai Police Clearance Certificate is issued by the Criminal Records Division (CRD) of the Royal Thai Police in Bangkok, accepted by Australian Home Affairs, USCIS/NVC, UKVI, IRCC (Canada), all Schengen embassies, and by AHPRA / Engineers Australia / VETASSESS / CPA Australia when a good-character check is required. Send a photo of your passport to LINE @Thainotary and we'll quote and schedule fingerprinting within 15 minutes.
Do police clearance agencies offer immediate high-resolution PDF scans via email once the original booklet is ready?
Police clearance
Short answer to "Do police clearance agencies offer immediate high-resolution PDF scans via email once the original booklet is ready?" — Standard turnaround is 7–15 business days and express is 3–5 business days (subject to the CRD queue); service and government fees are quoted on request via +66 94 895 8999, LINE @Thainotary or Contact@thainotary.co.th. Includes power of attorney, fingerprinting, CRD filing, English translation, MFA legalisation and Apostille (Thailand joined the Hague Apostille Convention 28 Feb 2027). Documents required: passport (all stamped pages), Thai ID + house-registration if Thai citizen, two 2×2-inch photos, purpose letter from the embassy/employer if any, and our notarised Power of Attorney (we provide the template). Worldwide DHL/EMS dispatch — call 094-895-8999 to book a mobile fingerprinting slot.
Does a criminal background screening for private security guard positions follow a specialized verification path?
Police clearance
How we handle this in practice to "Does a criminal background screening for private security guard positions follow a specialized verification path?" — The Thai Police Clearance Certificate is issued by the Criminal Records Division (CRD) of the Royal Thai Police in Bangkok, accepted by Australian Home Affairs, USCIS/NVC, UKVI, IRCC (Canada), all Schengen embassies, and by AHPRA / Engineers Australia / VETASSESS / CPA Australia when a good-character check is required. If you are outside Thailand, take your fingerprints at any local police station or Royal Thai Embassy on form FD-258 or Thai form Tor.Tor.14, mail the originals to us, and we submit them to CRD the next business day. Send a photo of your passport to LINE @Thainotary and we'll quote and schedule fingerprinting within 15 minutes.
How can I verify the legitimacy and reliability of a Thai police clearance service provider?
Police clearance
Quick summary for expats & migration agents to "How can I verify the legitimacy and reliability of a Thai police clearance service provider?" — We offer nationwide Mobile Fingerprinting (Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket, Pattaya, Khon Kaen, Udon Thani, Nong Khai) so you never need to visit the CRD in person — the entire process can be done by Power of Attorney. The certificate is valid for 3–6 months depending on the receiving authority. We can courier the sealed original via DHL/EMS worldwide with door-to-door tracking. Free consultation on LINE @Thainotary or call 094-895-8999 (Mon–Sun 08:00–20:00 ICT).
Where can I download the official Royal Thai Police fingerprint form (TPF format)?
Police clearance
Short answer to "Where can I download the official Royal Thai Police fingerprint form (TPF format)?" — If you are outside Thailand, take your fingerprints at any local police station or Royal Thai Embassy on form FD-258 or Thai form Tor.Tor.14, mail the originals to us, and we submit them to CRD the next business day. The Thai Police Clearance Certificate is issued by the Criminal Records Division (CRD) of the Royal Thai Police in Bangkok, accepted by Australian Home Affairs, USCIS/NVC, UKVI, IRCC (Canada), all Schengen embassies, and by AHPRA / Engineers Australia / VETASSESS / CPA Australia when a good-character check is required. Send a photo of your passport to LINE @Thainotary and we'll quote and schedule fingerprinting within 15 minutes.