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Passport, ID, house registration, transcripts, degrees, bank statements — certified by an authorized Notarial Services Attorney.
A Certified True Copy is when a Notary Public physically inspects the original document and certifies that ‘this copy is identical to the original in every respect.’ It allows clients to submit copies — instead of risking their originals — to foreign universities, embassies, banks, employers, and government bodies.
Starting fee: Request a quote/set — Provided by NYC Legal & Notary Service Co., Ltd., DBD Reg. 0435567000061, Thailand.
Contact us via LINE @Thainotary or call +66 94-895-8999 to describe the document.
Send a photo/scan in advance so our attorney can review and quote.
Book an appointment — at our office, on-site, or online via Zoom.
Prepare original documents and ID/passport per the checklist below.
Sign in front of the attorney and receive the notarized document the same day.
Personal: Passport, Thai ID card, house registration, birth certificate, marriage/divorce certificate, name-change certificate, driver license, foreigner house registration (Tor.Ror. 13/14). Academic: degree, transcript, certificate, letter of completion.
Financial: Bank statements (every commercial bank), passbooks, bank certification letters, last 6 months' payslips. Corporate: company affidavit, Por.Por.20, list of shareholders (BOJ.5), financial statements.
Studying abroad: universities in Australia, UK, US, Canada, Germany, Netherlands, Singapore, Hong Kong typically request Certified True Copies of passport and transcripts; some require NAATI or Notary depending on the country.
Visa applications: student, work, business, fiancé/spouse — every embassy requires Certified True Copies of ID, house registration, financial proof, and marriage certificate (if applicable).
Marriage registration overseas: civil registries usually require Certified True Copies of passport and birth certificate; Germany and France, for example, require additional German/French translations attested by the consulate.
1) Always bring genuine originals — copies of copies are not acceptable. 2) Copies must be clear, with no folds across content and no copier watermarks. 3) For multi-page documents, copy every page including blanks so the attorney can bind and apply edge stamps. 4) Some embassies require government documents older than 6 months to be re-issued before notarization.
Certified True Copy is available across all 77 provinces of Thailand. Clients may visit our Bangkok office or book an attorney visit anywhere in Bangkok and the surrounding provinces. Mall meetings are common — CentralWorld, Siam Paragon, ICONSIAM, EmQuartier, Terminal 21 Asok, CentralPlaza Lat Phrao, CentralPlaza Rama 9, CentralPlaza Chaeng Watthana, and The Mall Bangkapi.
Thai clients abroad can ship originals via DHL, FedEx, or EMS to our office. We notarize and return within 3–5 working days, with optional MFA and destination-embassy attestation in the same package.
Certified True Copy starts at THB 1,500 per document set, including attorney fee, Notary seal, duty stamp, and Logbook entry. MFA legalization adds THB 2,500–5,000 per applicant plus THB 200–800 government fee per document; embassy attestation is THB 5,000–12,000 depending on destination.
In Thailand, the Notary Public role is performed by ‘Notarial Services Attorneys’ licensed by the Lawyers Council of Thailand. Their certifications are valid abroad once further attested by the MFA Department of Consular Affairs and the destination embassy.
Typically 30–60 minutes per document set when booked in advance. MFA legalization adds 1–3 working days.
Most overseas use requires three steps: (1) Notary by attorney (2) MFA legalization (3) Destination embassy attestation. We handle all three.
Notary by attorney starts at THB 1,500 per document set. MFA legalization adds THB 200–800 government fee and THB 2,500–5,000 service fee per applicant for filing.
We deliver nationwide and worldwide. Domestic clients can ship documents by post; international clients can use international courier, with video-verified identity where permitted by law.
We cover all 50 Bangkok districts including Silom, Sathorn, Asok, Phrom Phong, Thonglor, Ekkamai, Rama 9, Ratchada, Lat Phrao, and every BTS/MRT/ARL station, with on-site visits available.
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A Certified True Copy is when the attorney compares the original to the copy and writes "Certified True Copy of the Original" with signature and seal. Used for passports, degrees, transcripts, MOAs and driver's licences. Request a quote/copy, same day — bring the original for comparison.
| Fee from | THB | Turnaround |
|---|---|---|
| Standard 1 page | 1,000 | Same day |
| 10+ pages (per page) | 800 | Same day |
| Rush 2 h | 2,000 | Rush 2 h |
| Via POA agent | 1,500 | 1 business day |
No — the attorney must see the original to certify authenticity. If the original is overseas, ship it first or request our digital document certification (special cases).
For overseas use we recommend Certified True Copy of the Thai original + English translation + translation certification, then MFA — bundled at Request a quote.
Yes — we must see the physical book. You may authorise an agent (with original POA + their ID) to bring it for you (additional Request a quote fee).
No — Apostille authenticates the notary's seal, not the copy's accuracy. Always do Certified True Copy first, then Apostille the notarial certificate.
Up to 50 docs per attorney/day. For higher volumes (e.g. share certificates) book 24 h ahead so we assign 2 attorneys.
In Thailand the role is called Notarial Services Attorney. It covers (1) signature attestation, (2) certified true copies, (3) affidavits and oaths, (4) existence of documents, (5) certified translations, and (6) corporate documents such as POAs, meeting minutes and company affidavits — all for overseas use.
The Lawyers Council of Thailand's 2008 regulation on 'Notarial Services Attorneys' allows accredited lawyers who complete the special course and register to perform Notary-equivalent acts. Their seal and signature are accepted overseas after MFA + embassy legalization, or via Apostille from 14 Feb 2025.
The notarization itself takes 15-30 minutes in-person and can be completed same-day. Adding MFA + embassy legalization takes 3-7 more business days; the Apostille route takes 1-2 business days (estimate applying only after the Apostille Convention enters into force for Thailand on 28 February 2027; not available today) for Hague Convention member states.
Starting rates: CTC Request a quote/set, signature attestation Request a quote POA/Affidavit Request a quote full corporate packs from Request a quote. Mobile-visit fees added by distance; MFA fees are separate.
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| Step | Performed by | Documents needed | Approximate time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Review the file and confirm the certification format | Notarial Services Attorney | Draft document + receiving authority's requirements | approx. 1–3 hours |
| 2. Sign in the attorney's presence | Signatory with the Notarial Services Attorney | Original passport or Thai ID card | approx. 15–30 minutes |
| 3. Issue the certificate and record it in the register | Notarial Services Attorney (Lawyers Council of Thailand rules) | Signed document | approx. 1 working day |
| 4. Onward steps for overseas use | Department of Consular Affairs, MFA and/or destination embassy | Certified document + translation where required | approx. 2–7 working days |
Durations are estimates and depend on the responsible authority's queue. Always confirm current requirements with the receiving body before filing.
When the source document is in Thai, prepare the certified translation into the destination language before the notarial appointment, because the notary certifies signatures on the bundle that already contains the translation. The full sequence is set out in our step-by-step workflow.
Written from the competent authority's published rules, not marketing copy.
Many applicants treat the notary stamp as a single, final step. In practice it is the first link in a certification chain that often continues through the Department of Consular Affairs and the destination embassy. The order of that chain is set by the receiving country, and reversing it is the most common reason a file comes back.
The safest approach is to obtain the receiving authority's requirements in writing first, then match the certificate wording and the chain order to them. If anything is unclear, send us the destination country and the intended use by phone, LINE, or email before any signing appointment.
Figures above are indicative ranges; the final quote depends on page count, language pair and receiving authority.
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Competent authority: Lawyers Council of Thailand
Official sources: www.lawyerscouncil.or.th · consular.mfa.go.th/th/publicservice/legalization
General guidance only. Requirements and processing times change — always verify with the competent authority before filing.
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Answers follow the competent authority's published requirements, not marketing copy.
The signatory must sign in front of the attorney and present an original passport or Thai ID card. The competent authority is Lawyers Council of Thailand. This is general guidance; requirements and processing times change — verify with the competent authority before filing.
Bring the complete original document, including blank and stamped pages. The competent authority is Lawyers Council of Thailand. This is general guidance; requirements and processing times change — verify with the competent authority before filing.
Tell the attorney the destination country and authority in advance, since the certification wording differs by use. The competent authority is Lawyers Council of Thailand. This is general guidance; requirements and processing times change — verify with the competent authority before filing.
If the document is for overseas use, plan the next steps (MFA legalisation, Apostille or embassy) from the start. The competent authority is Lawyers Council of Thailand. This is general guidance; requirements and processing times change — verify with the competent authority before filing.
For companies, bring a recent company affidavit and evidence of directors' signing authority. The competent authority is Lawyers Council of Thailand. This is general guidance; requirements and processing times change — verify with the competent authority before filing.
Review how the foreign form expects the certifier to complete it before the appointment. The competent authority is Lawyers Council of Thailand. This is general guidance; requirements and processing times change — verify with the competent authority before filing.
Observed cause: Signing in advance — the attorney cannot certify a signature made out of their presence. If you are unsure whether your case is affected, confirm with Lawyers Council of Thailand, 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.
Observed cause: Presenting a passport copy instead of the original on the day. If you are unsure whether your case is affected, confirm with Lawyers Council of Thailand, 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.
Official sources: www.lawyerscouncil.or.th · consular.mfa.go.th
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Composite cases assembled from commonly seen matters — not individual clients, no personal data.
an attorney-in-fact acting for the document holder from Udon Thani — 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 · tracked progress between steps and reported status along the way
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
a foreign national living in Thailand from Chonburi — a tight travel or filing deadline required resequencing the work
What we handled: 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: if I am upcountry or abroad, must I attend in person?
Indicative timeline: roughly 3–7 working days end to end
an authorised representative of a Thai-registered company from the United Arab Emirates — the spelling on older documents did not match the current passport
What we handled: reviewed the source documents and flagged which ones needed re-issuing before work began · prepared the translation and reconciled every name spelling against the passport · arranged the signing or lodgement appointment and listed what to bring
What clients usually ask in matters like this: if I am upcountry or abroad, must I attend in person?
Indicative timeline: roughly 7–14 working days end to end
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The guidance on this page follows the rules published by the authorities below. Always confirm the current version on the official site before filing.
