FAQ — Notary, Apostille, MFA Legalization, Embassy & Certified Translation in Thailand

Notary Public service in Thailand starts at THB 1,500 per signature/document at NPT Notary Public Thailand. Same-day completion. Discounts for bulk documents. Free quote on LINE @iNotary or +66 83-249-4999.

NPT Notary Public Thailand serves all 50 Bangkok districts and 220+ BTS/MRT stations. Walk in at Wang Thonglang HQ or book mobile notarization to your hotel/office in Sukhumvit, Silom, Sathorn, CBD. Open daily.

Thailand has no civil-law Notary Public. Instead, the Lawyers Council licenses Notarial Services Attorneys (NSA) to certify signatures, copies, oaths, and translations for international use — accepted by all 190+ countries via MFA/embassy legalization.

NPT Notary Public Thailand offers mobile notarization to BTS Asok and MRT Sukhumvit within 30 minutes. Walk-ins also accepted at our Wang Thonglang HQ — 15 minutes by taxi from Asok. Call +66 83-249-4999 or LINE @iNotary.

MRT Sukhumvit station (Asok interchange) is covered by NPT mobile notarization, 30 minutes ETA. Same-day signing for corporate documents, affidavits, certified copies. THB 1,500/signature, no travel fee inside Sukhumvit Line.

NPT covers BTS Sala Daeng, BTS Chong Nonsi, MRT Si Lom and MRT Lumphini with 30-minute mobile notarization. Ideal for Silom/Sathorn law firms, banks, embassies. THB 1,500+/signature, same-day, no travel fee inside CBD.

Yes. NPT mobile notarization comes to any Bangkok hotel — Sukhumvit, Silom, Sathorn, Ratchaprasong, Pratunam, Riverside. ETA 30–60 minutes. Same-day signing. THB 1,500+/signature. Walk-in or after-hours appointment available.

泰国NPT公证服务每份文件/每个签名从1,500泰铢起。同日完成。批量文件有折扣。中文服务请联系LINE @iNotary或电话+66 83-249-4999。覆盖曼谷50区及主要BTS/MRT站点。

タイNPT公証サービスは1署名/1書類あたり1,500バーツから。日本語対応可。当日完了。バンコク全50区とBTS/MRT 220駅以上対応。LINE @iNotary または +66 83-249-4999 へ。

태국 NPT 공증 서비스는 서명/문서당 1,500바트부터. 한국어 상담 가능. 당일 완료. 방콕 50개 구 및 BTS/MRT 220개 역 출장 가능. LINE @iNotary 또는 +66 83-249-4999.

NPT provides mobile Notary Public to BTS Asok / MRT Sukhumvit area within 30 minutes. Meet at any café, hotel, or office around Terminal 21, Times Square, Interchange 21. From THB 1,500/document + travel. Same-day, walk-in OK.

Yes — NPT mobile Notary travels to any Bangkok hotel within 60 minutes. Common hotels served: Mandarin Oriental, Peninsula, Shangri-La, Sukhothai, St Regis, Sofitel, Banyan Tree. From THB 1,500/doc + THB 500 travel. After-hours OK.

NPT mobile Notary serves MRT Sukhumvit (interchange with BTS Asok) in 30 minutes. Coverage to Soi Cowboy, Sukhumvit Plaza, Robinson, Grande Centre Point, Bumrungrad Hospital. From THB 1,500. After-hours, weekends OK.

Yes — NPT mobile notarization covers Bumrungrad, Samitivej, Bangkok Hospital, BNH, MedPark, BDMS, and any private/public hospital citywide. POA, advance directive, affidavit signed at bedside. Same-day, 2-hour ETA. THB 3,500–8,500 + travel.

NPT drafts and notarizes POA (general, special, medical, real-estate, corporate) in Thai+English. THB 2,500–7,500 incl. NSA notarization. Add MFA legalization (+THB 1,500) + embassy/apostille (+THB 1,500–6,500) for overseas use. Same-day.

Notary (NSA) certifies a signature inside Thailand. Apostille is an international authentication under the Hague Convention. Thailand joined the Apostille Convention effective 14 December 2025 — NPT handles full Notary → MFA → Apostille routing in one go.

Apostille service at NPT Notary Public Thailand starts at THB 2,500 per document (MFA government fee included). Express 1-day routing available. Effective 14 Dec 2025 Thailand is a Hague Apostille member — accepted in 125+ countries.

Thailand joined Hague Apostille effective 14 Dec 2025. Apostilled Thai documents accepted in 125+ countries — USA, UK, all EU, Australia, NZ, Japan, S.Korea, Singapore, India, Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, S.Africa. Non-Hague countries (UAE, Saudi, Vietnam, China) still need embassy legalization.

Apostille in Thailand starts at THB 2,500 per document via NPT (includes MFA Chaeng Watthana submission + certified translation). Standard 3–5 business days; same-day rush available. Thailand joined Hague Apostille on 14 Dec 2025.

MFA legalization is the old two-step process (MFA stamp + foreign embassy). Apostille (from 14 Dec 2025) is a one-step certificate accepted in 125+ Hague countries — faster (3–5 days vs 2–4 weeks) and cheaper.

6 steps: (1) Notarize original or get government issue; (2) Certified translation if needed; (3) Submit to MFA Chaeng Watthana; (4) Pay THB 400/page standard or 800/page rush; (5) Pickup 3–5 days; (6) Use abroad in any of 125+ Hague countries.

Thailand DTV official government fee is THB 10,000 (5-year multi-entry). NPT full-service package starts at THB 12,500 — covers document prep, certified translation, embassy queue, and submission from anywhere in the world.

Thailand DTV is open to: (1) remote workers/freelancers/startup founders working for an overseas employer, (2) Muay Thai or Thai cooking/language students, (3) medical/wellness tourists, and (4) dependents (spouse + children under 20). Minimum bank balance THB 500,000.

Yes. Royal Thai Embassy in Vientiane is one of the fastest DTV consulates — typical decision 3–7 business days. NPT handles document prep in Bangkok, courier to Vientiane, and queue booking. Package from THB 14,500 + government fee.

Thailand DTV requires THB 500,000 (~USD 14,000) minimum in a personal bank account, statement covering last 3–6 months. Any currency accepted (converted at embassy rate). Statement must be stamped/sealed by the bank or downloaded with bank-issued digital signature.

Yes. Each DTV entry gives 180 days, extendable +180 days once per entry at Thai Immigration for THB 10,000. Total 360 days per entry. After that, a border run resets the 180-day clock for 5 years. NPT handles the extension paperwork.

The Royal Thai Embassy in Vientiane, Laos is the closest, fastest, and highest-approval-rate consulate for DTV applications. 3–7 business days vs 2–4 weeks elsewhere. NPT escort + docs + accommodation from THB 35,000.

Embassy legalization in Thailand at NPT starts at THB 3,500 per document per embassy (excludes government and embassy fees). Covers 50+ embassies in Bangkok. For Hague countries, use Apostille (faster + cheaper) effective 14 Dec 2025.

UAE is non-Hague — Thai documents need full chain: NSA → MFA → UAE Embassy Bangkok. NPT package from THB 4,500/document + embassy fee. Turnaround 7–15 business days. Covers commercial invoices, POA, marriage, education for UAE residence visa.

Chain: (1) certified translation → (2) NSA notarization → (3) MFA Consular Affairs stamp → (4) destination embassy in Bangkok. Turnaround 5–15 business days. For Hague countries, Apostille replaces step 4 (faster + cheaper).

Embassy legalization in Bangkok costs THB 800–4,500 per document depending on country (US Embassy USD 50 ≈ THB 1,800; UK GBP 39; Australia AUD 92). NPT all-in service incl. queue booking + MFA from THB 4,500. 1–4 weeks.

NAATI certified translation (Thai ↔ English) at NPT starts at THB 1,200 per page. Accepted by Australian Department of Home Affairs for PR, student, partner, and skilled visas. Translator credential number printed on every page.

Yes. Australian Department of Home Affairs requires NAATI-certified translation for any non-English document (Thai birth, marriage, divorce, ID, education, police clearance). NPT NAATI translations from THB 1,200/page, with credential number on every page.

NAATI-certified translation (Thai↔English) for Australian visa/immigration use starts at THB 800 per page at NPT. Same-day available. All translators NAATI-certified for DHA, Home Affairs, courts, universities in Australia.

Subclass 309/820 needs: Thai birth/marriage certs, household reg, Thai ID, police clearance — all NAATI-translated. Plus relationship evidence + sponsor docs. NPT all-in document + NAATI + courier package from THB 12,500.

NAATI certified translation at NPT starts THB 1,500/page (standard documents) and 2,500–6,500/page for technical/legal. Same-day available. Accepted by all Australian Government departments (DHA, AAT, ATO, universities).

Thai Police Clearance Certificate (Royal Thai Police) at NPT starts at THB 3,500 — covers fingerprint scheduling, application submission, pickup, and certified translation. Turnaround 5–15 business days. Express 7-day service available.

Australian visas require Thai Police Clearance + NAATI English translation. NPT full package THB 5,500 — fingerprint booking, RTP application, certified NAATI translation. Turnaround 7–15 business days. No need to visit RTP yourself.

Yes. NPT obtains Thai Police Clearance for applicants outside Thailand via Power of Attorney — no return trip needed. Submit fingerprints at Thai embassy in your country. Package THB 7,500. Turnaround 15–25 business days incl. courier.

Royal Thai Police issues PCC at Royal Thai Police HQ (Bangkok). Requirements: passport, immigration history, fingerprints (taken on-site or at home country police). Processing 7–21 days, government fee THB 100. NPT representative service THB 3,500–9,500.

MFA process: (1) translate Thai docs to English (or vice versa) by certified translator → (2) NSA notarize → (3) submit to MFA Department of Consular Affairs (Chaeng Watthana) → (4) optional embassy legalization. Turnaround 3–7 business days.

DTV: 5-year multi-entry, 180-day stays, THB 10,000, for remote workers/students. LTR: 10-year residency, work permit included, tax incentives (17% flat), needs USD 80,000+ income or USD 1M assets. LTR is stronger for high-earners and families; DTV is cheaper and faster.

Thailand LTR visa government fee is THB 50,000 for 10 years. NPT full-service LTR package starts at THB 45,000 — eligibility screening, BOI application, document prep, family inclusion (spouse + 4 dependents at no extra government fee), work permit issuance.

LTR Visa official government fee is THB 50,000 for a 10-year visa. NPT all-in service from THB 65,000 (eligibility check, BOI filing, dependent visas, work permit waiver). 4 categories: Wealthy Global, Pensioner, Remote, Highly-Skilled.

Thai Work Permit government fee: THB 750 (3 months), THB 1,500 (6 months), THB 3,000 (12 months). NPT full-service package from THB 12,000 — Non-B visa + WP-3/WP-10 + Tor.1, Tor.2, financial statements, employer compliance check.

Thai Work Permit government fee is THB 3,000 (1-year). NPT all-in service from THB 18,500 (Non-B visa conversion, MOL filing, company docs, WP.3 application). Issued in 7–14 days. Required for ALL foreigners earning income in Thailand.

Non-B Visa single-entry THB 2,000 / multi-entry THB 5,000 (Thai embassy fee). NPT all-in package incl. company sponsor docs + MOL Work Permit from THB 18,500. Required before applying for Thai Work Permit.

Thailand Non-B visa requires: (1) employer's invitation + Tor.1/Tor.2, (2) employer's company papers, (3) financial statements showing THB 2M+ capital, (4) tax returns. NPT package from THB 10,000 + government fee THB 2,000 (single)/THB 5,000 (multi).

Steps: (1) get Affirmation of Freedom to Marry from your embassy in Bangkok, (2) MFA legalize + Thai translation, (3) register at any Amphur (district office) with Thai spouse. NPT full package from THB 9,500. Same-week completion.

Total cost ranges THB 9,500–25,000 depending on embassy. Government Amphur fee is free for Thais, ~THB 200 for foreigners. Embassy affirmation fees vary (USA ~USD 50, UK ~£50, Germany ~€80). NPT full-service from THB 9,500.

Foreigner needs: (1) Affirmation of Freedom-to-Marry from home embassy in Bangkok; (2) MFA legalization of the affirmation; (3) Thai translation by certified translator; (4) Register at any Amphur (district office). NPT full service from THB 18,500.

5 steps: (1) Get Affirmation of Freedom to Marry from your embassy in Bangkok; (2) Certified Thai translation; (3) MFA legalization; (4) Register at any Amphoe (district office); (5) Optional translation + legalization of Thai marriage certificate for home country. NPT package THB 9,500–28,500.

Certified translation in Thailand at NPT starts at THB 500/page (Thai↔English) and THB 800–1,500/page for Asian/European languages. NSA-stamped, MFA-acceptable. Same-day for personal documents. 30+ languages.

NAATI translation is certified by an Australian-accredited translator (for Australian authorities only). MFA-acceptable translation is certified by a Thai NSA + sealed by Thailand's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (for use in any country). Different purposes, different stamps.

Thai marriage cert needs: (1) Certified Thai→English translation by registered translator THB 800–1,500/page; (2) MFA Apostille (14 Dec 2025+) for Hague countries, or MFA + embassy for non-Hague. NPT all-in from THB 3,500. 3–5 days.

Sworn interpreter in Thailand at NPT: THB 5,000/half-day, THB 8,000/full-day for court, embassy, immigration, land office, amphur. Languages: EN, ZH, JA, KO, DE, FR, ES, RU, AR + 30+. Same-day booking via LINE @iNotary.

Foreigners apply at Royal Thai Police HQ (Special Branch, Soi Bangkok-Noi) with passport, work permit, and fingerprints. NPT escort + fingerprint + translation + MFA legalization package from THB 6,500. Issued in 7–14 days; rush 3 days.

MFA Department of Consular Affairs is at 123 Chaeng Watthana Rd Bldg, Lak Si, Bangkok 10210. Open Mon–Fri 08:30–14:30 (legalization counter closes 14:30). Online booking recommended; walk-in queue starts 06:30. Rush 800 THB/page = same-day if submitted before 11:00.

Essential expat docs (Bangkok): (1) Visa (Non-B/Non-O/LTR/DTV); (2) Work Permit; (3) TM30 address registration; (4) 90-day report; (5) Re-Entry Permit; (6) Thai driver's licence; (7) Tax ID + SSO; (8) Marriage/birth certificates legalized + translated. NPT bundle THB 14,500–58,500.