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Criminal Record & Police Clearance

Police Clearance for Overseas Use

With translation, MFA & embassy attestation

4.9/5 · 6,168+ reviewsDBD 0405565001923
094-895-8999LINE @Thainotary
Government fee
THB 100
issuance
PCC alone
7–14 days
Full chain
14–21 days
+ translation + MFA + embassy
Validity
3–6 months
by destination
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A Thai Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) for overseas use is a criminal-record statement issued by the Criminal Records Division, Royal Thai Police. It must be translated to English (or destination language), notarized, MFA-legalized, and embassy-attested — total 10–21 business days, costing THB 5,000–12,000 by destination. Most commonly required for Australia/Canada/NZ/USA permanent residence and the UK Spouse visa.

Police Clearance Certificate for overseas use — bundled with translation, MFA legalization and destination-embassy attestation in a single managed package.

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Definition: Police Clearance Certificate for overseas use — bundled with translation, MFA legalization and destination-embassy attestation in a single managed package.

Key facts

Government fee:
THB 100
PCC alone:
7–14 days
Full chain:
14–21 days
Validity:
3–6 months

Who uses this service

Individuals

People who need personal documents for transactions in Thailand or abroad.

Students

Studying overseas, applying for student visas, or credential evaluation.

Businesses

Companies needing corporate documents for cross-border transactions.

Foreigners in Thailand

Living, working, studying or marrying in Thailand.

How it works

  1. 1

    Send docs & get quote

    Send scans via LINE or email with destination, purpose, and urgency.

  2. 2

    Confirm price & ETA

    We reply within 1 hour with an all-in price — no hidden fees.

  3. 3

    50% deposit

    Bank transfer/QR/credit card/Wise for overseas. Full receipt issued.

  4. 4

    Process & daily updates

    We handle everything and send photo proof at each stage (Notary → MFA → Embassy).

  5. 5

    Receive originals

    Kerry/EMS domestic, DHL/FedEx international, with tracking number.

Who needs a PCC, and when

The Police Clearance Certificate is required by immigration authorities and home offices of many countries for long-term visa or permanent-residence applicants to prove no Thai criminal record. The Australian Department of Home Affairs requires it of anyone who has lived in Thailand for 12+ continuous months at any point from age 16 onward — most other major destinations follow similar rules.

Required destinations and visa classes: Australia (Skilled 189/190, Partner 309/100 and 820/801, Parent 143, Subclass 887); Canada (Express Entry, PR Sponsorship, long-term Work Permit); New Zealand (Skilled Migrant, Partner, Parent); USA (Immigrant Visa, Adjustment of Status); UK (Spouse, Skilled Worker); Germany (Aufenthaltserlaubnis, Niederlassungserlaubnis); France (long-term Carte de Séjour); Netherlands (MVV); Sweden, Norway, Iceland; Singapore (PR); Hong Kong (Resident Visa); UAE (some Golden Visa categories).

Many clients assume they don't need it because they're not Thai — incorrect. Even foreigners who lived in Thailand for over 12 months at any point must obtain a Thai PCC, in addition to PCCs from their home and other countries of residence. Omitting it causes visa holds or refusals.

Detailed Thai PCC application process

Step 1 — Prepare documents: passport + every Thai-visa page (foreigners); ID + house registration (Thais); PCC application form (from the Records Division or police website); Power of Attorney + agent's ID copy (if delegating to us); two 2-inch white-background photos.

Step 2 — Fingerprinting at the Criminal Records Division, Building 24, Royal Thai Police HQ, Pathumwan, or at qualified provincial stations. Open Mon–Fri 08:30–15:30 (queue closes 14:30). Takes 30–60 minutes — all 10 fingers and palm prints. Originals required for ID verification.

Step 3 — Wait for results: nationwide-database check takes 7–14 business days for most cases. With proof of urgency (visa appointment / flight ticket), Express service is 3–5 days — via our channels typically 5–7 days.

Step 4 — Receive PCC: Thai-language certificate with stamp and signature of the Records Division superintendent. For foreigners, the name appears as per passport and actual Thailand-residency dates are listed — verify carefully before translating.

Step 5 — Translate and legalize: English (or destination language) by a certified translator, notarized, then MFA + destination embassy in sequence. Our team handles Step 5 in 5–7 business days.

Country-by-country requirement differences

Australia: NAATI translation required (not Thai Notary). Attach Form 80 or 1221. PCC must be ≤12 months old, uploaded to ImmiAccount for the Department of Home Affairs.

Canada: must be the original certified copy in a Thai-police sealed envelope, included in the IRCC application package. PCC ≤6 months old. We can have it sealed by the Thai police with the official stamp.

New Zealand: a scanned copy uploaded via Immigration Online is accepted, but the original must be presented at interview. PCC ≤6 months old.

USA: submitted via CEAC to the National Visa Center (NVC). Thai PCC ≤12 months old. Bring to the in-person interview at the U.S. embassy in Bangkok or Chiang Mai.

UK: scan submitted via UKVI online portal — original not required at lodgement but kept for callback. PCC ≤6 months old.

Germany/EU: full MFA + German embassy chain plus a sworn translator IN Germany (not Thailand). We work with sworn-translator partners in Munich and Berlin to complete the final stage.

Our PCC-specific service edges

1) Our officer escorts you to the Records Division in the morning with a reserved queue — only 30 minutes total versus 2–3 hours of waiting. 2) For foreigners already abroad, we coordinate fingerprinting with partner Notary attorneys in your country of residence and ship to Thailand. 3) Pre-MFA and pre-embassy document verification — preventing rejection.

4) Packed & shipped — all documents in a sealed envelope with a certificate of authenticity, DHL worldwide. 5) Daily LINE status updates with photo proofs. 6) 24–72-hour rush service for urgent cases (e.g. visa interview within a week).

Package pricing by destination (latest)

Australia — PCC + NAATI + DHL: THB 7,500–9,000 (no MFA/embassy needed; NAATI suffices). 24-hour rush adds THB 2,000.

Canada — PCC + EN translation + Notary + MFA + sealed envelope + DHL: THB 9,500–11,500.

New Zealand — PCC + EN translation + Notary + MFA + DHL: THB 8,000–10,000.

USA/UK — PCC + EN translation + Notary + MFA + (for US) US embassy authentication: THB 8,500–12,000.

Germany/EU — PCC + MFA + German embassy (with sworn-translator partner in Germany): THB 11,000–15,000 turnkey.

Service in Central Hat Yai — verified local context

Local context for Central Hat Yai clients using Police Clearance for Overseas Use:. postcode 90110. region: Bangkok Metropolitan. reference address: Sanehanusorn Rd. nearest BTS / MRT / ARL station: -. We deliver to Central Hat Yai via Messenger, Grab, Lalamove, Kerry, and EMS — door-to-door from THB 80 within a 10 km radius. Files received before 11:00 are returned the same business day for non-MFA scopes; full legalization chains complete in 2–3 business days..

How we compare

ItemThai Notary Law & ServiceDo-it-yourselfGeneric agency
Turnaround1–3 days2–4 weeks5–10 days
Rejection risk<1%30–40%10–15%
Money-back guaranteeYes—Sometimes
Real licensed attorneyYes (DBD-verified)—Varies
Languages spokenTH/EN/ZH/JA/KO/DE—TH/EN

Pricing breakdown

  • Government PCC issuanceTHB 100
  • Our service to obtain PCCincl. fingerprintingTHB 3,500
  • EN translation + NotaryTHB 1,500–2,500
  • MFA legalizationfee includedTHB 2,500
  • Destination embassyper embassyTHB 1,500–4,500
  • DHL internationalTHB 1,500–2,500

Common use cases

  • Australia Skilled Independent 189 — PCC + NAATI
  • Canada Express Entry — PCC + sealed envelope
  • USA IR1/CR1 Spouse — PCC + MFA + US Embassy
  • UK Spouse Visa — PCC + Notary + MFA
  • Germany Niederlassungserlaubnis — PCC + sworn DE
  • NZ Skilled Migrant — PCC + EN + DHL

Before you book

  • Passport or Thai ID of the applicant
  • Clear, readable original documents (all pages)
  • Destination details: country / authority / purpose of use

Areas we serve

Bangkok Metropolitan

Sukhumvit, Silom, Sathorn, Asoke, Phrom Phong, Thonglor, Phaya Thai, Lat Phrao, Nonthaburi, Pathum Thani, Samut Prakan

Central & East

Nakhon Pathom, Ayutthaya, Saraburi, Chonburi, Pattaya, Rayong, Chanthaburi, Trat, Chachoengsao, EEC

Northern

Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Lampang, Phitsanulok, Sukhothai, Nan, Phrae, Lamphun

Southern

Phuket, Krabi, Samui, Trang, Surat Thani, Hat Yai, Songkhla, Phatthalung, Ranong, Chumphon

Northeast (Isan)

Khon Kaen, Korat, Udon Thani, Ubon, Buriram, Surin, Roi Et, Nong Khai

International

USA · UK · EU · Australia · NZ · Canada · Japan · China · Korea · Singapore · UAE · Saudi

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

I'm not Thai — visited for 6 months. Need PCC?

Usually not — standard threshold is 12+ months. Verify with your visa case officer for edge cases.

Can I get a PCC without being in Thailand?

Yes — fingerprint with a Notary or local police in your country of residence and ship to us. Bundled service THB 4,500 + government fee.

Validity 6 months — from issue date or visa lodgement?

Usually from the issue date, not lodgement. Time it close to your visa lodgement; don't get it too early.

Minor records like traffic fines — show on PCC?

No — PCC shows only criminal cases registered with a court (judgment or prosecution). THB 200 traffic fines do not appear; petty offences vary by district.

Does PCC show dismissed cases?

Yes, with a status of 'dismissed' or 'final'. After 5–10 years post-finalization (by case type), you can apply to expunge from the PCC.

Is 14 days the full end-to-end including overseas delivery?

Mostly yes: PCC 7–10 days + translation/Notary 1–2 days + MFA 2 days + embassy 1–3 days + DHL 2–3 days = roughly 14–21 days end-to-end.

Worked in Thailand 12+ months but no 13-digit Thai ID — now what?

Use your passport and every Thai visa as residency proof. We prepare residency-verification paperwork and lodge under the foreigner-specific channel — same processing time.

Thai ID expired or lost — can I still apply?

Renew or replace at the district office first (1 day, THB 100), then apply for PCC. We can handle both in a single day.

Passport name differs from PCC (e.g. married surname change)?

Request a PCC listing both the current name and the alias, attaching a translated and certified name-change certificate. We coordinate it.

Are quoted prices all-in or are there hidden fees?

Quoted price is final — includes all government fees, our service, and international DHL. No surprises post-start unless scope changes (e.g. adding a destination country).

Verified license

DBD 0405565001923

Available

Mo-Fr 09:00-18:00

Coverage

77 provinces + worldwide

More in this category

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How many months is a Thai Police Clearance Certificate officially valid from its date of issuance?

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How we handle this in practice to "How many months is a Thai Police Clearance Certificate officially valid from its date of issuance?" — 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).

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How many business days can an express fast-track agency service shorten the Thai police clearance process to?

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Practitioner's view to "How many business days can an express fast-track agency service shorten the Thai police clearance process to?" — Agency-handled turnkey fee is THB 6,000–15,000 (standard 7–15 business days, express 3–5 business days), plus the government fee. 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.

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Does the Royal Thai Police headquarters offer a direct postal return service for completed clearance certificates?

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How we handle this in practice to "Does the Royal Thai Police headquarters offer a direct postal return service for completed clearance certificates?" — 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.

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If residing abroad and unable to visit a Thai embassy, can fingerprints be taken at a local foreign police precinct?

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Practitioner's view to "If residing abroad and unable to visit a Thai embassy, can fingerprints be taken at a local foreign police precinct?" — 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.

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Where can foreigners living upcountry (outside Bangkok) get their fingerprints taken for a police check?

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Quick summary for expats & migration agents to "Where can foreigners living upcountry (outside Bangkok) get their fingerprints taken for a police check?" — 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.

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What is the direct telephone helpline number for inquiries at the Thai Police Clearance Service Center?

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Practitioner's view to "What is the direct telephone helpline number for inquiries at the Thai Police Clearance Service Center?" — 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.

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What should I do if my current passport name does not match my old Thai house registration or ID?

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Short answer to "What should I do if my current passport name does not match my old Thai house registration or ID?" — 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.

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How do I format a Thai police clearance certificate for a UK visa application (UKVI)?

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Short answer to "How do I format a Thai police clearance certificate for a UK visa application (UKVI)?" — Agency-handled turnkey fee is THB 6,000–15,000 (standard 7–15 business days, express 3–5 business days), plus the government fee. 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.

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Key facts at a glance — Thai Police Clearance Certificate

Indicative price
THB 6,000–15,000 depending on service tier and urgency
Turnaround
Typically 10–20 business days, subject to Royal Thai Police queue
What you receive
Original Royal Thai Police certificate, with optional translation and MFA legalization
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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