How to draft and notarize a Power of Attorney in Thailand?

Detailed Answer

A Power of Attorney (POA) executed in Thailand for use abroad — or by an overseas principal for use in Thailand — must be (a) drafted in correct legal language, (b) signed before a Notarial Services Attorney (NSA), and (c) legalized through MFA + destination embassy (or Apostille if a Hague member). Thai Notary offers: General POA (broad authority), Special POA (single transaction — land transfer, vehicle, bank account, court appearance), Medical POA (Advance Directive), Real-Estate POA (sale, lease, mortgage), Corporate POA (director resolutions, share transfer). Drafting + notarization: THB 2,500–7,500 depending on complexity. Bilingual Thai/English standard. Add-ons: MFA legalization +THB 1,500 (incl. queue + government fee), embassy attestation +THB 1,500–6,500, Apostille +THB 1,500. Total turnaround 1–5 working days. Mobile notarization to hotel/office/hospital available.