Thai record for foreigners?

Yes, from the Royal Thai Police.

How can I obtain the service charges?

Send the purpose, receiving agency and deadline for review and request a written quotation. Any government fee is shown separately as published by the agency.

Is a certificate needed for a work permit?

Yes, from the Royal Thai Police.

Send the purpose, receiving agency and deadline for review and request a written quotation. Any government fee is shown separately as published by the agency.

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Most Department of Employment work-permit applications do not use a police certificate as a core document, but some roles, such as teachers, and some Thai embassies issuing Non-B visas may ask for a home-country certificate.

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This page clarifies when a police certificate is actually needed. General information only; agency requirements may change, so check the latest notice before filing.

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Core work-permit documents

Passport, correct visa, medical certificate, company documents and qualifications for the role.

Roles that often need one

Teachers dealing with the Teachers' Council and schools; financial roles under regulator criteria.

Visa from abroad

Some Thai embassies request a police certificate with Non-B applications; check that embassy's list.

Long-term residents

Foreigners can request a Royal Thai Police certificate covering their time in Thailand.

Restricted occupations

Check the list of occupations restricted for foreigners before offering a role.

Certification

Foreign documents usually need certification and Thai translation as required.

Frequently asked questions

Is a certificate needed for a work permit?: Usually not a core document.
Foreign teachers?: Usually yes.
Embassies for Non-B?: Some ask.
Thai record for foreigners?: Yes, from the Royal Thai Police.
Certify foreign documents?: Usually.
How can I obtain the service charges?: Send the purpose, receiving agency and deadline for review and request a written quotation. Any government fee is shown separately as published by the agency.

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