Notary in Bangkok: document notarisation, translation and legalisation
Bangkok · notarisation · translation · legalisation
Need to notarise a signature, a passport copy, a power of attorney or a translation in Bangkok? I'll guide you through the whole process: I'll tell you which route your document needs, book a notarial lawyer, interpret the meeting, prepare the translation and, if needed, handle legalisation.
Mike Boldyrev, Thai interpreter and representative for foreigners in Thailand. 14 years in the country.
- 6,490 ฿accompaniment to a notary, up to 4 hours
- from 3,190 ฿certified translation per page
- Before paymentI confirm the route, timing and price in advance
- RU · EN · THworking languages
How notarisation works in Thailand
Thailand doesn't have notaries in the usual sense. Signatures, document copies and translations are certified by Thai lawyers with a special licence, Notarial Services Attorneys. They work at law firms, and finding one on your own without Thai can be difficult.
If the document is needed abroad, notarisation alone is often not enough: it may also need legalisation at Thailand's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and at the embassy of the country where it will be used. Requirements depend on the document and the receiving party, so it's best to confirm them before starting. That's where I begin.
Which route suits your document
| Route | When it fits | What matters |
|---|---|---|
| Notarial lawyer in Thailand | Signature, copies, power of attorney, translation | For use abroad, legalisation is often needed as well |
| Your country's consulate | A document for your home country, and you're its citizen | Services and appointments are listed on the consulate's website |
| Certified translation | A Thai document is needed in another language, or the reverse | We confirm the certification format with the receiving party |
Documents I help with
Powers of attorney
For representation, property deals, banking and other matters.
Signatures and copies
Certifying a signature, passport copies and other documents for a bank, employer or government office.
Certified translation
Certificates, diplomas, statements, extracts and contracts, from and into Thai.
Contracts and property
Lease and sale contracts, documents for the land office and the condo management.
Documents for a bank
Proof of identity and source of funds. If the account is already frozen, my company UNBLOCK PRO ASIA handles it.
Visas and work
Documents for visas, work permits and companies, through UnblockPro.Asia with licensed specialists.
How I help, step by step
- I look at the documents and find out where and for what they will be used.
- I choose the route: a notarial lawyer, translation, legalisation or the consulate, whatever you actually need.
- I give you the timing and price before work starts.
- I book the lawyer and go with you: I interpret the meeting and make sure names, dates and document numbers match your passport exactly.
- I collect the finished documents and, if needed, handle legalisation.
What to watch out for
- The receiving party's requirements. Find out in advance what certification and translation format the bank, authority or foreign body will accept. Redoing it takes longer and costs more.
- Spelling of your name. The transliteration must match your passport in every document. One extra letter can lead to a rejection.
- Understanding the lawyer. If your question gets a short “I can!” with no explanation, be careful. You need to understand exactly what you're signing and why.
Prices
half day, up to 4 hours
per page
per page; the notary lawyer, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and embassy fees are separate
All prices include 7% VAT.
Included in “from 5,290 ฿”: clarifying the purpose of the document and the receiving party’s requirements, translation with a check of names and dates, the translator’s certificate and company stamp, booking the notary lawyer and coordinating the agreed stages, updates on progress and handover of the finished documents.
Separately: the notary lawyer’s fee, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and embassy fees, courier, transport, urgency and additional work; I include these costs in a preliminary estimate. Not every document needs a notary, the Ministry and the embassy all at once. Before payment I confirm in writing the scope of work, extra costs, the final price and the timeline.
The notarial lawyer's fee, government fees and transport are paid separately. I give the exact price after seeing the documents. Payment is by PromptPay, bank transfer in Thailand or SWIFT from abroad.
Please note: I'm an interpreter and representative, not a lawyer or a notary. Notarisation is done by a licensed notarial lawyer, and legal advice is given by licensed Thai lawyers; I arrange the meeting and interpret it.
Frequently asked questions
Are there notaries in Thailand?
Not in the usual sense. Notarisation is done by lawyers licensed as Notarial Services Attorneys. I help you find one and interpret the meeting.
How much does a notary in Bangkok cost?
My accompaniment is 6,490 ฿ for half a day; certified translation is from 3,190 ฿ per page. The notarial lawyer's fee and government fees are separate; I tell you the cost after seeing the documents.
Do I need to be there in person?
To certify your signature, usually yes. Document translation and legalisation can often be done without you. We confirm the exact procedure in advance.
How long does it take?
It depends on the document and whether legalisation is needed. I give the timing after seeing the documents, before work starts.
The document is needed for Russia. Where do I start?
Find out exactly where it will be accepted and in what form. Some documents are easier through the consulate, others through a Thai lawyer with legalisation. I'll tell you which route fits your case.
Do you help in Pattaya?
Yes, I travel from Bangkok by appointment. Outside Bangkok the minimum is a full day.
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Need a notary in Bangkok? Message me
Send a photo of the document and tell me where it will be used. I'll tell you the route, timing and cost.