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NAATI Online — Shipping to United States

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

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

NAATI Online service for clients in or shipping to United States. 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 United States accept NAATI?

United States accepts NAATI translations on a case-by-case basis — verify with the diplomatic mission 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 consular post attestation.

Common NAATI use-cases for United States

NAATI clients heading to United States typically apply for F-1 Student, K-1 Fiancé, EB-2/3. 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 United States

(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 United States 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.

Document preparation tips before submission

Australia's DHA mandates that all non-English documents be translated by NAATI Certified Translators only. This covers birth certificates, marriage and divorce records, house registrations, IDs, education credentials, driver licenses, and criminal records. Generic translators result in instant rejection.

Online and worldwide delivery

We ship NAATI translations to Australia via DHL Express in 3-5 business days. Clients receive the digital PDF immediately on completion with the NAATI digital seal accepted by DHA. NAATI is also recognized in New Zealand, Singapore, parts of the UK, and some Canadian provinces.

Authorities that accept NAATI translations

NAATI translations don't expire on their own, but DHA requires the underlying document issued within 3-12 months depending on type. Certified translation validity therefore tracks the source document. In some cases the same translation works as long as the source is still valid.

Add-on: MFA consular and embassy legalization

Australia's Department of Home Affairs (DoHA) explicitly requires foreign-language documents to be translated by NAATI Certified Translators (within Australia) or equivalently accredited translators in the country of origin. Translations missing the NAATI stamp or full translator details are flagged with a Request for More Information (RFI), pushing visa decisions back by several weeks.

NAATI Certified vs Recognised vs Endorsed — what each means

Our workflow begins with intake via LINE / email / walk-in. The team classifies the document, checks scan quality, and returns a quote within 30 minutes during business hours. After payment confirmation, the NAATI translator starts immediately, then a Senior Reviewer cross-checks names, dates, registration numbers, and document IDs before the translator signature and NAATI stamp are applied. Both digital and hard copies are dispatched.

DHA-mandated documents requiring NAATI translation

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.

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

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.
Can I drive in Australia with a Thai license?
Yes within the first 3 months — carry the original plus a NAATI translation. Conversion to a state license also requires NAATI.
Why does Skill Assessment require NAATI?
Assessing authorities (VETASSESS, ACS, EA) require academic and employment evidence in English certified by an accredited translator.
Why doesn't DHA accept generic translators?
NAATI is the Australian government's professional accreditation body. Accepting unaccredited translators would compromise document integrity.
NAATI vs Sworn Translator — what's the difference?
NAATI applies in the Commonwealth and Australia; Sworn Translators are the Civil Law equivalent used in Europe and Latin America. Different systems.
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.
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

Are original documents required?
Clear scans of every page — including seals and reverse-side text — are normally sufficient. If the receiving body asks to sight originals, the applicant must bring them on the filing day.
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.

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.

A NAATI translation differs from a general certified translation because the practitioner's certification status must be verifiable as at the date of signature. Certification carries an expiry date, and receiving bodies can check it retrospectively.

Conditions you actually have to clear

  • The language pair and direction must match the direction in which the practitioner is certified.
  • Every page and every element of the original must be covered, including pages that carry only a seal.
  • Most Australian authorities accept digitally signed translations, though some matters still call for a printed set.

Common causes of rejection

  • A signed direction that does not match the certified direction, for example certifying Thai to English while signing an English to Thai job.
  • Supplying cropped or blurred source images, which forces an illegibility note and a resubmission request.

Where a visa or registration deadline applies, allow time for the possibility that the assessor requests additional documents, rather than budgeting only for translation time.

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

  • • For corporate documents, prepare a company affidavit issued within the last six months.
  • • Always confirm the receiving body's own formatting rules — requirements differ between institutions.

Practitioner guidance — NAATI certified translation

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

Practitioner guidance

  • 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.
  • NAATI translations do not require MFA or embassy legalisation unless the receiving body specifically asks for it.
  • Always submit the translation together with the source copy the translator worked from; assessors compare both.

Pitfalls — why documents get rejected

  • 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.
  • A translation without a NAATI stamp or without a verifiable CPN.
  • Submitting the translation without the source copy it references.

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.

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.

Why are NAATI certified translation documents rejected?

Observed cause: Filing an MFA-certified translation with an Australian authority that requires NAATI. If you are unsure whether your case is affected, confirm with NAATI — National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters, Australia, or ask our staff by phone, LINE or email before filing. This is general guidance; requirements and processing times change — verify with the competent authority before filing.

Which mistake in NAATI certified translation forces the process to restart?

Observed cause: A translation without a NAATI stamp or without a verifiable CPN. If you are unsure whether your case is affected, confirm with NAATI — National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters, Australia, or ask our staff by phone, LINE or email before filing. 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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The paths most clients take next — ask us by phone, LINE or email at any step.

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.

birth and marriage certificates from Phuket for an Australian skills assessment

a foreign national living in Thailand from Phuket — the originals were issued abroad, so the origin-country chain had to be completed first

What we handled: sequenced the certification chain to match the destination authority's rules · 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

What clients usually ask in matters like this: who must certify the translation for it to be accepted at destination?

Indicative timeline: roughly 7–14 working days end to end

driving licence from Lampang for an Australian visa filing

a Thai national residing in Thailand from Lampang — the originals were issued abroad, so the origin-country chain had to be completed first

What we handled: sequenced the certification chain to match the destination authority's rules · arranged the signing or lodgement appointment and listed what to bring · tracked progress between steps and reported status along the way

What clients usually ask in matters like this: if the destination rejects this set, do we start over from scratch?

Indicative timeline: roughly 3–7 working days end to end

driving licence from Switzerland for a state registry filing

a Thai–foreign couple filing together from Switzerland — 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 · sequenced the certification chain to match the destination authority's rules · delivered a scanned set plus the originals with lodgement instructions

What clients usually ask in matters like this: are true originals required, or will certified copies do?

Indicative timeline: roughly 10–20 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.