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NAATI Online — Shipping to Switzerland

NAATI Online service shipping to Switzerland. Staff review the documents and courier options before issuing a quotation.

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1440 min
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3-stage QC before filing
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Switzerland
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NAATI Online service shipping to Switzerland. Staff review the documents and courier options before issuing a quotation.

NAATI Online service for clients in or shipping to Switzerland. Email or LINE us your scans; we translate, NAATI-certify, review suitable DHL/FedEx options, and issue a quotation before work starts.

Common documents translated by NAATI

30+ document types we NAATI-translate

Birth Certificate
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House Registration (Tabien Baan)
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Thai National ID Card
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Passport
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Marriage Certificate (Kor Ror 2/3)
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Divorce Certificate (Kor Ror 6/7)
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Name / Surname Change Certificate
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Academic Transcript
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Diploma / Degree Certificate
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Provisional Certificate
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English Test Result
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Thai Drivers License
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Police Clearance Certificate
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Work Certificate / Employment Letter
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Salary Slip / Payslip
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Professional License
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Reference / Experience Letter
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Personal Tax Return (PND 91/90)
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Bank Statement
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Invitation Letter
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Sponsor Letter
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Parental Responsibility Letter
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Company Affidavit (DBD)
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VAT Certificate (Phor Phor 20)
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Court Judgment
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Power of Attorney
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Medical Certificate
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Vaccination Record
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Pension Statement
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Certificate of Single Status
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Death Certificate
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Family Status Certificate
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Adoption Certificate
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Military Service Record (Sor Dor 8/43)
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Title / Middle-name Change Record
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Course Syllabus / Subject Description
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Letter of Recommendation
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Research / Publication Record
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School Leaving Certificate
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Memorandum & Articles of Association (MOA/AOA)
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Shareholder List (BOJ.5)
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Board / Shareholder Resolution
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Audited Financial Statement
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Auditor's Report
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Import / Export License
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Factory License (Ror Ngor 4)
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Statutory Declaration / Affidavit
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Last Will & Testament
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Land Title Deed (Chanote)
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Contract / Agreement (any type)
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In-depth guide to NAATI Certified Translation

Does Switzerland accept NAATI?

Switzerland accepts NAATI translations on a case-by-case basis — verify with the consulate or destination authority before submitting. Our NAATI Certified official renderings are accepted by visa offices, universities, government agencies, immigration, and Skill Assessment authorities wherever NAATI is recognized. If the destination requires additional Apostille or Legalization, we offer one-stop MFA consular and onward diplomatic mission attestation.

Common NAATI use-cases for Switzerland

NAATI clients heading to Switzerland typically apply for Permit B/C, Family Reunion. Common documents include birth certificate, house registration, marriage certificate, transcripts, diplomas, drivers license, police clearance, bank statements, and relationship-evidence documents.

Workflow for shipping to Switzerland

(1) Send scans via LINE @Thainotary or email. (2) We confirm a quote within 30 minutes. (3) Pay and start. (4) NAATI Certified translator works with two-stage QA. (5) Soft-copy preview is sent. (6) DHL/FedEx ships to Switzerland in 3–7 days — total turnaround 5–10 days.

Service fee and postage

Fees depend on document type and destination country — ask our team by phone, LINE or e-mail.

Add-on: MFA consular and embassy legalization

Professional fees depend on the document type, page count, language pair, file condition, and requested delivery date. Staff review the documents before issuing a case-specific quotation so the scope and fee match the actual work.

NAATI Certified vs Recognised vs Endorsed — what each means

Common documents we translate include birth certificate, house registration (Tabien Baan), Thai ID, marriage / divorce certificate, name-change certificate, transcripts, diplomas, drivers license, police clearance, statutory declarations, and corporate documents such as employment letters, payslips, and bank statements.

DHA-mandated documents requiring NAATI translation

A valid NAATI stamp must show (1) translator's registered name, (2) 7-digit NAATI practitioner number, (3) language pair (e.g. Thai → English), (4) certification level (Certified Translator), and (5) expiry date. Recipients can verify through the NAATI Online Directory at naati.com.au.

Shipping NAATI translations to Australia and accepting countries

NAATI Certified Translator is the current standard, replacing the legacy NAATI Professional Translator level. NAATI Recognised Practising Translator applies to language pairs without a Certified exam. For Thai ↔ English we exclusively use Authenticated-level translators to ensure acceptance by every Australian authority.

NAATI translation validity period for Australian visa cases

Before sending, scan or photograph documents at 300 dpi or higher, capturing every stamp and signature. Ensure name spellings match your passport across all documents — if not, prepare a name-change certificate or supporting affidavit.

Why use a NAATI Certified Translator

Our NAATI Online service handles worldwide intake and dispatch. Overseas clients send scans via email or LINE; we translate, NAATI-certify, send a soft-copy preview, and ship hard copies via DHL / FedEx within 3–7 days.

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

How long does NAATI translation take?
Standard 1–2 business days for 1–3 pages. Same-day rush or a few-hour emergency turnaround is available.
How much does NAATI cost?
Staff review the document type, page count, language pair, and requested delivery date before issuing a case-specific quotation.
Do I need to send the original?
NAATI translators can work from a high-quality scan; the certification clarifies whether it was made from a true copy or original.
Does DoHA accept translations done in Thailand?
Yes — provided the translator is NAATI Certified and the stamp / details are complete.
Some agencies need an Apostille. Can you handle that?
After NAATI translation, we offer one-stop MFA consular legalization and onward consulate attestation.
How do I verify the NAATI stamp?
Recipients can verify the 7-digit translator number at the NAATI Online Directory: naati.com.au/online-directory.
Can you ship overseas?
Yes. Staff check the destination, document format, and suitable courier option before confirming the quotation and delivery estimate.
What if my passport name differs from my birth certificate?
Prepare a Thai name-change certificate (Kor 3 / Kor 5) and have it NAATI-translated alongside as supporting evidence.
What is a Statutory Declaration and does it need translation?
It's a sworn statement used heavily in Partner Visa applications. If drafted in Thai, it must be NAATI-translated before submission to DoHA.
Can I use a Ministry of Justice translator instead of NAATI?
Acceptable for Thai court use, but Australia's DoHA strictly requires NAATI Certified translators.
Document review before quotation
Document review for a NAATI-certified translation
Fees depend on document type and destination country — ask our team by phone, LINE or e-mail.

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Key takeaways

  • Translator credential numbers can be verified on NAATI's public register
  • NAATI translations are used mainly by the Department of Home Affairs, universities and state agencies
  • Some documents also need Thai-side certification before or after translation
  • Requirements differ by receiving agency — confirm before ordering

Process at a glance

StepPerformed byDocuments neededApproximate time
1. Submit the file and name the Australian receiving bodyApplicantClear scan + passport name spellingapprox. 1 day
2. Translation by a NAATI-certified translatorNAATI-certified translatorSource fileapprox. 3–5 working days
3. Stamp, certification number and signature appliedNAATI-certified translatorFinished translationapprox. 1 working day
4. Delivery as PDF, plus hard copy where requiredService providerCertified translationapprox. 5–7 working days end to end

Durations are estimates and depend on the responsible authority's queue. Always confirm current requirements with the receiving body before filing.

Additional frequently asked questions

What file format is delivered?
Usually a PDF bearing the certified translator's stamp and signature with the practitioner number and certification validity details that NAATI requires to be displayed.
What if the name spelling differs from the passport?
The passport spelling governs. Where the source document spells it differently, the translator adds an explanatory note so the reviewing officer can link the records.
Does the translation expire?
The translation itself does not expire, but translator certification runs in renewal cycles and the receiving body may ask for a freshly issued source document, so confirm the rules before filing.
What is a NAATI-certified translation?
A translation produced by a translator certified by NAATI, Australia's National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters. Australian government bodies treat it as the standard for foreign-language documents filed with an application.
Which Australian bodies require it?
Most commonly the Department of Home Affairs, state road authorities such as VicRoads, universities and colleges, state registries of births, deaths and marriages, and professional skills-assessment bodies. Requirements vary by body.
Does a NAATI translation need further legalisation?
Australian bodies generally accept the certified translator's stamp without embassy involvement, though other legal proceedings may call for additional certification case by case.

How this connects to the next step

Australian agencies accept only NAATI translations, yet originals such as powers of attorney still need Thai attorney notarial certification first; partner and skilled visa files usually run in parallel with a Thai police clearance certificate.

In depth: the real requirements and why documents get rejected — NAATI

Written from the competent authority's published rules, not marketing copy.

NAATI, the National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters, certifies translator and interpreter credentials in Australia. Many Australian authorities require non-English documents to be translated by a NAATI-certified practitioner, with the practitioner's stamp and number shown on the translation.

Conditions you actually have to clear

  • Names must match the passport used for filing; where the original differs, the translator's note must explain the discrepancy.
  • The translation must display the NAATI stamp with the practitioner number and a certification expiry that is still current on the signature date.
  • The language pair and direction must match the direction in which the practitioner is certified.

Common causes of rejection

  • Translating only the pages containing text and omitting seal-only or numbered blank pages.
  • A signed direction that does not match the certified direction, for example certifying Thai to English while signing an English to Thai job.

The lowest-risk approach is to confirm whether the receiving authority wants a digital or printed set, and to prepare complete, sharp images of every page before work starts. Send the details to our team by phone, LINE, or email for review.

Key facts at a glance — NAATI certified translation

Quotation
Send the documents for a case-specific quotation
Turnaround
5–7 business days
What you receive
NAATI-stamped PDF plus hard copy by post
Service coverage
Nationwide Thailand — courier and fully online intake, no in-person visit required.

Our staff checks page count, language pair and receiving authority before issuing a quotation.

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Documents you need to prepare — NAATI certified translation

  1. 1High-resolution colour scans of every page, including stamped reverse sides
  2. 2Name spelling in English exactly as printed in the passport
  3. 3The receiving body, e.g. Department of Home Affairs, VETASSESS or AHPRA
  4. 4Your filing deadline, so we can schedule within the 5–7 business day window

Before you start

  • • Multi-page documents should be bound and cross-sealed at the joints before certification.
  • • Some documents have a limited acceptance window, so start the process close to your actual filing date.

Practitioner guidance — NAATI certified translation

Competent authority: NAATI — National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters, Australia

Practitioner guidance

  • Verify that the CPN printed on the translation is searchable in NAATI's verification system.
  • Assemble the full document set before ordering so names, dates and terminology stay consistent.
  • Third-country, non-English documents can also be translated into English under the NAATI system without routing through the issuing country.
  • Turnaround is approximately 5–7 working days depending on page count and language pair — confirm before fixing a lodgement date.
  • Documents filed with Australian authorities must be translated by a NAATI-certified translator, with the NAATI stamp and CPN visible on the translation.

Pitfalls — why documents get rejected

  • Name spelling differing from the passport used in the visa application.
  • Reusing an old translation whose source document was later amended or reissued.
  • An incomplete relationship-evidence set, triggering a request for further information.
  • Assuming NAATI certifies visa outcomes — it certifies translator credentials only.
  • Filing an MFA-certified translation with an Australian authority that requires NAATI.

Official sources: www.naati.com.au · immi.homeaffairs.gov.au

General guidance only. Requirements and processing times change — always verify with the competent authority before filing.

Unsure which route applies to your case? Ask our staff directly.

In-depth questions and answers — NAATI certified translation

Answers follow the competent authority's published requirements, not marketing copy.

Why is no price shown for NAATI certified translation on this page?

Scope varies widely per case — page count, languages, number of certification rounds, and the official fees charged by NAATI — National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters, Australia under its published schedule. A single headline figure would be misleading, so we quote against the actual documents. Send the details by phone, LINE or email for an assessment matched to your case. This is general guidance; requirements and processing times change — verify with the competent authority before filing.

How should documents for NAATI certified translation be prepared to pass on the first submission?

Documents filed with Australian authorities must be translated by a NAATI-certified translator, with the NAATI stamp and CPN visible on the translation. The competent authority is NAATI — National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters, Australia. This is general guidance; requirements and processing times change — verify with the competent authority before filing.

What should be checked first before filing for NAATI certified translation?

NAATI translations do not require MFA or embassy legalisation unless the receiving body specifically asks for it. The competent authority is NAATI — National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters, Australia. This is general guidance; requirements and processing times change — verify with the competent authority before filing.

Which practices reduce correction rounds in NAATI certified translation?

Always submit the translation together with the source copy the translator worked from; assessors compare both. The competent authority is NAATI — National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters, Australia. This is general guidance; requirements and processing times change — verify with the competent authority before filing.

What should a first-time applicant know about NAATI certified translation?

Verify that the CPN printed on the translation is searchable in NAATI's verification system. The competent authority is NAATI — National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters, Australia. This is general guidance; requirements and processing times change — verify with the competent authority before filing.

What is commonly overlooked in NAATI certified translation but affects the outcome?

Assemble the full document set before ordering so names, dates and terminology stay consistent. The competent authority is NAATI — National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters, Australia. This is general guidance; requirements and processing times change — verify with the competent authority before filing.

How can a NAATI certified translation document set be kept internally consistent?

Third-country, non-English documents can also be translated into English under the NAATI system without routing through the issuing country. The competent authority is NAATI — National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters, Australia. This is general guidance; requirements and processing times change — verify with the competent authority before filing.

In what order should NAATI certified translation steps be sequenced to avoid rework?

Turnaround is approximately 5–7 working days depending on page count and language pair — confirm before fixing a lodgement date. The competent authority is NAATI — National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters, Australia. This is general guidance; requirements and processing times change — verify with the competent authority before filing.

Your case may have specific conditions — ask our staff directly.

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Official sources: www.naati.com.au · immi.homeaffairs.gov.au

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Verified professional credentials

  • • Member, Lawyers Council of Thailand (สภาทนายความ) — verify
  • • Registered certified translator, Ministry of Justice (Thailand) — verify
  • • Recognized agent for MFA Legalization Division, Thailand — verify

Consumer protection

  • • Transparent fees quoted in writing before any work begins — no hidden surcharges.
  • • Confidentiality: documents handled under a written non-disclosure undertaking.
  • • Direct human contact for questions and quotations by phone, LINE or email.

Composite cases assembled from commonly seen matters — not individual clients, no personal data.

driving licence from Chiang Rai for a licence conversion in the destination state

a Thai national working overseas from Chiang Rai — some certified copies were older than the destination's freshness rule

What we handled: prepared the translation and reconciled every name spelling against the passport · reviewed the source documents and flagged which ones needed re-issuing before work began

What clients usually ask in matters like this: what order avoids having to redo an earlier step?

Indicative timeline: roughly 5–10 working days end to end

police clearance certificate from Canada for an Australian skills assessment

a Thai–foreign couple filing together from Canada — the signatory and the applicant were in different provinces, so signing and shipping had to be planned

What we handled: delivered a scanned set plus the originals with lodgement instructions · tracked progress between steps and reported status along the way · arranged the signing or lodgement appointment and listed what to bring · reviewed the source documents and flagged which ones needed re-issuing before work began

What clients usually ask in matters like this: how long does the set stay valid after certification?

Indicative timeline: roughly 5–10 working days end to end

academic transcript from Japan for an Australian visa filing

a Thai–foreign couple filing together from Japan — some certified copies were older than the destination's freshness rule

What we handled: prepared the translation and reconciled every name spelling against the passport · tracked progress between steps and reported status along the way · delivered a scanned set plus the originals with lodgement instructions

What clients usually ask in matters like this: how long does the set stay valid after certification?

Indicative timeline: roughly 5–10 working days end to end

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Primary sources from official authorities

The guidance on this page follows the rules published by the authorities below. Always confirm the current version on the official site before filing.