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Thai Notary Public Thailand
บริการแปลและรับรองนิติกรณ์
Notary Public for Foreign Nationals in Thailand

Thai Notary Public Services for Foreigners

Thailand is NOT a Hague Apostille signatory — foreign documents must pass through Notarial Services Attorney → MFA → destination embassy. We handle the full chain.

TL;DR — Notary services tailored for foreigners — Affidavit, Power of Attorney, Visa, Marriage, Corporate — 40+ languages, MFA and worldwide embassy legalization included.

Why a Thai Notarial Services Attorney?

Thailand is not a member of the Hague Apostille Convention. This means that documents executed in Thailand for use abroad — or foreign documents brought into Thailand for legal use — must go through a different legalization chain than countries with Apostille.

The Thai equivalent of a Notary Public is the Notarial Services Attorney, licensed by the Lawyers Council of Thailand under royal decree. Only attorneys who pass the official notarial examination and hold an active license may notarize documents for international use.

Our attorneys are licensed, and we coordinate the full chain — notarization, MFA legalization (Chaeng Watthana), and destination embassy attestation — so foreign clients receive a single point of contact in English (or 40+ other languages).

Common use cases by nationality

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US / UK / AU / CA

  • Affidavit of single status
  • Power of Attorney
  • Real estate signature
  • Apostille substitute (MFA + embassy)
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Japan

  • Visa supporting docs
  • Corporate resolutions
  • Marriage registration (婚姻届)
  • Real estate (Japan)
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Korea

  • Visa documents
  • Power of Attorney (위임장)
  • Business contracts
  • Marriage / divorce papers
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China / Taiwan / HK

  • 公证书 (Notarial Cert.)
  • Corporate documents
  • Inheritance / property
  • Visa & work permit
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EU (DE/FR/IT/ES/NL…)

  • Embassy legalization chain
  • Apostille via origin country
  • Marriage abroad docs
  • Corporate POA
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India / GCC

  • Attestation chain (MOFA)
  • Educational certificates
  • Marriage (NOC)
  • Business signature

3-step legalization chain

1

Notary by Thai Attorney

Licensed by Lawyers Council of Thailand (Notarial Services Attorney). 1,500 THB+, 1–3 business days.

2

MFA Legalization

Ministry of Foreign Affairs legalization at Chaeng Watthana. 1–3 business days.

3

Embassy Attestation

Destination country embassy in Bangkok. Timeline varies by country (1–14 days).

40+ languages supported

English · 日本語 · 한국어 · 中文 · العربية · Русский · Deutsch · Français · Español · Italiano · Nederlands · Português · Tiếng Việt · Bahasa · ភាសាខ្មែរ · ລາວ · မြန်မာ ...

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By nationality — common questions

Answers tailored to US, UK, JP, KR, CN, EU, India and GCC clients living in or visiting Thailand.

🇺🇸 American (US)I'm a US citizen in Thailand — can a Thai notary legalize my document for use back in the US?

Yes. A Thai Notarial Services Attorney signs and seals the document, then the Thailand MFA legalizes it, then the US Embassy in Bangkok attests it. The US accepts this chain in lieu of Apostille (Thailand is not a Hague signatory). Common documents: Affidavit, Power of Attorney, real-estate signatures, IRS / FBAR support letters.

🇬🇧 British (UK)How do I notarize a UK Power of Attorney while living in Bangkok?

Bring the draft POA (or we prepare one in UK form), sign in front of our notary, then we route through MFA + UK Embassy Bangkok. The UK does not require an Apostille from Thailand because Thailand is non-Hague — embassy attestation is the accepted equivalent. Turnaround 5–10 business days.

🇯🇵 Japanese (日本人)日本の書類を在タイ日本大使館で公証してもらえますか?

在タイ日本大使館では公証業務を行っていません。代わりに、タイの公証弁護士(Notarial Services Attorney)が署名・押印し、必要に応じてタイ外務省と日本大使館の認証を取得します。婚姻届、会社議事録、委任状、不動産関連書類など対応可能です。

🇰🇷 Korean (한국인)한국 영사관에서 공증을 받을 수 있나요? 아니면 태국 변호사가 필요한가요?

방콕 주재 한국 영사관은 일부 공증 업무를 제공하지만 대기 시간이 길고 종류가 제한적입니다. 태국 공증변호사(Notarial Services Attorney)는 모든 종류의 문서(위임장, 회사 결의, 결혼/이혼 서류 등)에 대해 즉시 공증 가능하며, 외무부 및 한국 대사관 인증까지 일괄 대행합니다.

🇨🇳 Chinese (中国)在曼谷做的公证书可以在中国大陆使用吗?

可以。流程为:泰国公证律师签字盖章 → 泰国外交部认证 → 中国驻泰国大使馆认证。文件经此三步链后即可在中国大陆作为正式涉外文书使用。常见用途:公司决议、授权委托书、单身证明、学历认证。

🇩🇪 German / EUWhy can't I just get an Apostille on a document signed in Thailand?

Thailand has not joined the Hague Apostille Convention. Therefore documents executed in Thailand cannot receive an Apostille — they must instead go through Thai notary → MFA Chaeng Watthana → destination country embassy in Bangkok. EU embassies (DE, FR, IT, ES, NL) accept this chain as the legal equivalent.

🇮🇳 Indian / 🇸🇦 GCCDo I need MEA / MOFA attestation in addition to Thai legalization?

Yes for documents originating in Thailand and intended for India or GCC countries: after Thai notary + Thai MFA, you also need attestation at the destination embassy in Bangkok (Indian Embassy / Saudi Embassy / UAE Embassy etc.). For documents originating in India/GCC and used in Thailand, MEA/MOFA attestation must be done first in the origin country, then re-attested by the Thai MFA.

Frequently asked questions

Is Thai Notary Public valid abroad?

Yes — Thai Notarial Services Attorneys are licensed by the Lawyers Council of Thailand under royal decree. Documents are accepted abroad after MFA legalization + destination embassy attestation. Thailand is NOT a Hague Apostille signatory, so the embassy step replaces apostille.

How long does the full chain take?

Notary: 1–3 business days. MFA: 1–3 business days. Embassy: 1–14 days depending on country. Total: typically 5–14 business days. Express service available.

Do you support languages other than English?

Yes — we provide certified translation in 40+ languages including JA, KO, ZH, AR, RU, DE, FR, ES, IT, NL, PT, VN, MY, KH, LA, MM and more.

Can I send documents from abroad?

Yes — courier your original documents to our Bangkok office. We notarize, legalize, and ship back via DHL/FedEx worldwide.

What is the cost?

Notary: from 1,500 THB per document. MFA: 200 THB/doc + service. Embassy fees vary (US$30–US$150 typical). We provide an itemized quote upfront.

Do I need to be present?

For signature notarization: yes (in-person or video call where accepted). For true copy / corporate / translation: no, documents can be couriered.

Which embassies do you cover?

All embassies/consulates in Bangkok — US, UK, AU, JP, KR, CN, IN, DE, FR, IT, NL, RU, ZA, SG, MY, VN, PH, and more.

Do you handle Apostille?

Thailand is non-Hague, so traditional Apostille is unavailable. We provide the equivalent: MFA legalization + embassy attestation. For destination-country Apostille (on documents issued there), we coordinate via partners.

Can you help with Thai marriage / divorce abroad?

Yes — we notarize Affidavit of Single Status, prepare Affirmation for Marriage, and handle full embassy chain for marriage registration abroad.

Are you licensed?

Yes — our attorneys hold the Notarial Services Attorney license from the Lawyers Council of Thailand. License numbers are listed on each attorney profile.

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Real customer questions, answered by our attorneys

Selected from our knowledge base of 3,300+ real questions we have answered.

Do foreign personal income tax payment receipts require MFA legalization for Thai tax use?

Consular / Apostille

Quick summary for expats, HR and law firms to "Do foreign personal income tax payment receipts require MFA legalization for Thai tax use?" — Standard outbound chain: original from the issuing Thai authority → certified English translation → MFA certification of the translation/signature → destination-embassy legalisation in Bangkok (only for non-Apostille countries). Typical documents: house registration, birth/marriage/divorce certificates, name-change records, death certificates, single-status letters, police clearance, degrees and transcripts, company affidavits, VAT Por.Por.20, financial statements, powers of attorney and cross-border contracts. Send a photo of the document to LINE @Thainotary and we will quote the chain, cost and timeline within 15 minutes.

Related service: Embassy legalisation

How to notarize an affidavit of marital status in Khon Kaen?

Notary Public

Per the Lawyers Council of Thailand's Notarial Services rules to "How to notarize an affidavit of marital status in Khon Kaen?" — Standard turnaround is 1 business day; same-day service is available by appointment for straightforward files. You must sign in front of the attorney with your original passport; the attorney affixes the notarial seal, signature, register number and date so the document is accepted abroad. Send a photo of your document to LINE @Thainotary and we'll quote and schedule within 15 minutes.

Related service: Notary Public Thailand

What consular pathways govern cybersecurity audit report legalizations?

Consular / Apostille

How we handle this in practice to "What consular pathways govern cybersecurity audit report legalizations?" — Typical documents: house registration, birth/marriage/divorce certificates, name-change records, death certificates, single-status letters, police clearance, degrees and transcripts, company affidavits, VAT Por.Por.20, financial statements, powers of attorney and cross-border contracts. Government fee is THB 200 per stamp for the normal service (2–3 business days) and THB 400 per stamp for same-day express (file before 11:30). Our end-to-end agency fee starts at THB 1,500–4,500 per set depending on volume and urgency. Send a photo of the document to LINE @Thainotary and we will quote the chain, cost and timeline within 15 minutes.

Related service: MFA consular legalisation

What attestation standards govern foreign space exploration and satellite launch contracts?

Consular / Apostille

Short answer to "What attestation standards govern foreign space exploration and satellite launch contracts?" — Standard outbound chain: original from the issuing Thai authority → certified English translation → MFA certification of the translation/signature → destination-embassy legalisation in Bangkok (only for non-Apostille countries). Typical documents: house registration, birth/marriage/divorce certificates, name-change records, death certificates, single-status letters, police clearance, degrees and transcripts, company affidavits, VAT Por.Por.20, financial statements, powers of attorney and cross-border contracts. Free consultation on LINE @Thainotary or call 094-895-8999 (Mon–Sun 08:00–20:00 ICT).

Related service: Embassy legalisation

What legalized single-status records are required for international marriages registered in Thailand?

Consular / Apostille

Practitioner's view to "What legalized single-status records are required for international marriages registered in Thailand?" — Typical documents: house registration, birth/marriage/divorce certificates, name-change records, death certificates, single-status letters, police clearance, degrees and transcripts, company affidavits, VAT Por.Por.20, financial statements, powers of attorney and cross-border contracts. Government fee is THB 200 per stamp for the normal service (2–3 business days) and THB 400 per stamp for same-day express (file before 11:30). Our end-to-end agency fee starts at THB 1,500–4,500 per set depending on volume and urgency. Send a photo of the document to LINE @Thainotary and we will quote the chain, cost and timeline within 15 minutes.

Related service: Marriage registration

How are foreign medical laboratory accreditation certificates legalized for Thai health sectors?

Consular / Apostille

How we handle this in practice to "How are foreign medical laboratory accreditation certificates legalized for Thai health sectors?" — Typical documents: house registration, birth/marriage/divorce certificates, name-change records, death certificates, single-status letters, police clearance, degrees and transcripts, company affidavits, VAT Por.Por.20, financial statements, powers of attorney and cross-border contracts. Government fee is THB 200 per stamp for the normal service (2–3 business days) and THB 400 per stamp for same-day express (file before 11:30). Our end-to-end agency fee starts at THB 1,500–4,500 per set depending on volume and urgency. Free consultation on LINE @Thainotary or call 094-895-8999 (Mon–Sun 08:00–20:00 ICT).

Related service: Police clearance certificate

How do I process MFA legalization for foreign medical records required by Thai hospitals?

Consular / Apostille

Practitioner's view to "How do I process MFA legalization for foreign medical records required by Thai hospitals?" — Standard outbound chain: original from the issuing Thai authority → certified English translation → MFA certification of the translation/signature → destination-embassy legalisation in Bangkok (only for non-Apostille countries). Typical documents: house registration, birth/marriage/divorce certificates, name-change records, death certificates, single-status letters, police clearance, degrees and transcripts, company affidavits, VAT Por.Por.20, financial statements, powers of attorney and cross-border contracts. Free consultation on LINE @Thainotary or call 094-895-8999 (Mon–Sun 08:00–20:00 ICT).

Related service: Embassy legalisation

What consular pathways govern foreign oceanographic research vessel entry permits?

Consular / Apostille

Practitioner's view to "What consular pathways govern foreign oceanographic research vessel entry permits?" — Standard outbound chain: original from the issuing Thai authority → certified English translation → MFA certification of the translation/signature → destination-embassy legalisation in Bangkok (only for non-Apostille countries). Typical documents: house registration, birth/marriage/divorce certificates, name-change records, death certificates, single-status letters, police clearance, degrees and transcripts, company affidavits, VAT Por.Por.20, financial statements, powers of attorney and cross-border contracts. Send a photo of the document to LINE @Thainotary and we will quote the chain, cost and timeline within 15 minutes.

Related service: MFA consular legalisation

Key facts at a glanceNotary Public certification

Indicative price
From THB 800–3,000 per document set
Turnaround
Typically 1–2 business days (same-day rush available)
What you receive
Signed and sealed by a Thai Lawyers Council–registered Notarial Services Attorney
Service coverage
Nationwide Thailand — courier and fully online intake, no in-person visit required.

Figures above are indicative ranges; the final quote depends on page count, language pair and receiving authority.

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