How much does an Apostille cost in Thailand?
Apostille in Thailand starts at สอบถามราคา per document via NPT (includes MFA Chaeng Watthana submission + certified translation). Standard 3–5 business days; same-day rush available. Thailand acceded on 30 June 2026; the Convention enters into force for Thailand on 28 Feb 2027.
Detailed Answer
Thailand acceded to the Hague Apostille Convention on 30 June 2026, bringing it to 130 Contracting Parties; it enters into force for Thailand on 28 February 2027. The Department of Consular Affairs (MFA) at Chaeng Watthana, Bangkok is the Competent Authority. NPT's all-in Apostille package starts at สอบถามราคา per document and typically lands at สอบถามราคา depending on document type and whether NSA pre-notarization or certified translation is needed. Standard processing is 3–5 business days; rush same-day available at สอบถามราคา+. The Apostille replaces the old two-step MFA + foreign-embassy legalization for the 125+ Hague countries (USA, UK, Germany, France, Australia, Japan, Korea, China-HK, etc.). For non-Hague countries (UAE, Saudi Arabia, Vietnam) traditional consular legalization is still required.