Notary Public Service
Fee: Depend on the case; between of Baht 2,000 per case.
*** Discount will be applied for using our service more than 2 cases
Scope:
Our lawyers can visit your office anywhere in Thailand to discuss about your business, project that require notary public services.
- Authentication (Certify) of Documents for use abroad.
- Authentication (Certify) of Documents for continuing study abroad.
- Authentication (Certify) of Documents in order to work, marriage, relocation (immigrant), apply for resident in other country.
- Authentication (Certify) of translator.
- Authentication (Certify) of Incorporation Documents for the purpose of investment, to operate as joint venture or in other purpose.
- Authentication (Certify) of individual documents, marital status, birth certificate, death certificate, change name and surname certificate and etc.
- Authentication (Certify) of documents for immigrant.
- Authentication (Certify) for jobs & works certificate.
- Authentication (Certify) of signature by personal meeting and witness.
- Authentication (Certify) for passport.
- Other authentication (certify) for the oath, compromise for the law cases and etc.
Our notary public can certify documents with the same quality as the Department of Consular Affairs of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. These services cover the following areas:
1. Authentication (Certification) for translated documents
- Translated documents from Thai to English
- Citizenship registration documents and individual documents such as birth certificate, death certificate, I.D. card, alien (foreigner) card, house registration, name change, surname change.
- Family documents such as marriage certificate, divorce certificate, divorce registration, protege? children registration, document issued by the district office proving one is single.
- Registration documents and incorporation documents such as company certificate, commercial certificate, company affidavit, company memorandum, shareholders’ list, audited financial statement, completion of tax liquidation and etc.
- Education documents such as qualification, degree, education certificate, in case the certificate (degree) is issued by a private institution, it must be approved by the Ministry of Education.
- Other types of documents such as authorization certificates for recruiting labor to work oversea, driving license, etc.
- Translated document from English to Thai
2. The Authentication (Certification) of the signatory person’s signature consists of:
- Commercial documents such as invoices and certificates of origin, need to be certified by Ministry of Commerce, The Thai Chamber of Commerce or The Federation of Thai Industry.
- Financial document such as financial certification issued by banks and signed by signatory person of each bank.
- Authorization letter (under company) the authorized person must be directors as mentioned.
- Authorization letter (personal) with grantor must sign before notary public.
- Other certification such as goods analysis certificate and letter of good practice or any certificate issued by related government sector.
3. Authentication (Certification) of documents issued by the Thai government.
- Citizenship document and individual documents such as birth certificate, death certificate, ID card, passport and etc.
- Family registration such as marriage certificate, marriage certificate, divorce certificate, never marriage declaration.
- Registration document and incorporated documents such as company certification, commercial certification, company affidavit, company memorandum.
- Education documents such as qualification document, certification certificate, degree, certificated letter from education institution.
- Copy of ID card.
Legalization
Legalization is used for contact with the government in overseas or other purposes related with the government. In general, legalization means the process of correct certification or document legalization in order to be accepted and to be recognized as legitimate by a company, institution or organization both domestic and overseas. Legalization usually involves verifying the authenticity of the signature, company seal and the seal affixed on the documents to ensure that it is legal as per the law.
Overview of the legalization process in Thailand
- Notarization: Before starting the document legalization process, need to have the document certified by a notary public or lawyer in Thailand, which involves certification of signature, identity verification and confirming the authenticity of the document.
- Document legalization by Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA): Once a document has been notarized, it may need the legalization from the MFA in Thailand which MFA will verify the notary’s signature or seal on the document so as to make any Thai government issued documents to be officially accepted for international use.
- Embassy or Consular Authentication: depending on the purpose of the document and the country where it will be used, after the document is legalized at the MFA, some document may require additional authentication by the recipient country’s embassy or consulate in Thailand. This step will ensure that the document can be accepted internationally.
Specific requirements and procedures of legalization may vary, depends on the type of document, the purpose of usage, and the country where the document will be utilized. It is necessary to consult with a legal professional, embassy, or other authorized agency to ensure that you follow the necessary procedures and regulations for the document legalization in Thailand.
For individual or business who see the legalization services, we would like to recommend you to seek the services from an experienced notary public, lawyer, or specialized agency that handles document verification and certification processes in Thailand to ensure the authenticity and efficiency of the process.
How can you find a notary or a notary public lawyer?
To find a lawyer in Thailand, you can use various methods and resources as:
- Online Search: to use a search engine to find a notary public service or law firm in Thailand that offer notarization services including search for a specific keyword such as “notary public Thailand” or “notary public Bangkok” to narrow the keyword search.
- Legal Directory: to use a legal directory that list the name of law firms and lawyers in Thailand, for the website such as ThaiBar.org. Lawyers in Thailand, or other legal directories can provide the information of the licensed lawyers who might be notaries.
- Embassy or Consulate: to contact the local embassy or consulate of your country in Thailand. They may have a list of recommended notaries or legal professionals who can assist with document legalization services.
- Local Bar Association: to contact the local bar association or legal professional organization in Thailand. They may offer directories or referrals for qualified lawyers.
- Recommendation and Reference: to inquire the recommendations from colleagues, business partners, or friends who have used services from lawyer in Thailand before (Personal referrals are more reliable).
- Online platforms: There are online platforms and legal service marketplaces that facilitate in finding and connecting with lawyers in different locations, websites or applications that provide legal services, they may have a list of lawyers in Thailand.
- Law Firms: Many law firms in Thailand offer notarization services. You can look for the websites of reputable law firms in Thailand to check if they offer notarization services or contact directly to inquire.
When searching for a notary public, please make sure that they are licensed, experienced, and knowledgeable about the specific type of document or legal issue that you need for notarization services. Verify the credentials and licenses to practice the law and perform notarization in Thailand. Also, inquire about the fees and availability before using the service.
Notary Public – Controlling Department
In Thailand, notarization services are typically handled by licensed Thai lawyers who specialize in document notarization. These lawyers are licensed to perform notarizations and are under the regulation of the Lawyers Council of Thailand, which is responsible for the registration, issuing of license and supervision of lawyers working in the country.
The Lawyers Council of Thailand sets standard, rules and regulations for legal practice, including notarization services to ensure that lawyers follow the professional and ethical guidelines in performance of their notarization duties.
If you require a specific legal advice or require a notary in Thailand, it is necessary to use the services from a licensed notary who is registered with the Lawyers Council of Thailand to ensure its compliance with the legal requirements and professional standards.
The lawyers who certify the signatures and documents. Background and Procedures in Thailand.
In 2008, the Lawyers Council issued the Lawyers Council regulation on the registration of Lawyers who certify signatures and documents B.E. 2551 which the Minister of Justice, as the Special President of the Lawyers Council signed to approve with the said Lawyers Council Regulations and were published in the Royal Gazette, effective from January 9, 2009 onwards. On May 30, 2009, the Lawyers Council issued the Lawyers Council records for the registration of Notarial Services Attorney who are qualified to certify signatures and documents, with the main points as follow:
1. Registration
According to the Lawyers Council Regulations on the registration of Notarial Services Attorney who are qualified to certify signatures and documents (B.E. 2551, section 4), it has set the qualification of those who wish to register as a Notarial Services Attorney which they must be qualified to certify signatures and documents as following:
- Be a professional lawyer
- Has completed training for certification of signatures and documents according to the rules and regulations of the Lawyers Council.
- Not under punishment for misconduct of a lawyer under Section 52(2)
- Not an individual with a bad conduct or lacking in good morals and not an individual who were involved in any misconduct which may damage their integrity and reliability
2. License renewal
The license must be renewed every 2 years from the date of registration which the application for renewal must be submitted to the Director of the Office of Signature and Document Certification Registration, in advance 90 days before the expiration date.
3. Termination
The lawyers can be terminated and be removed from the registry as follow:
- Lacking qualifications according to the Lawyers Council regulations
- Failure to renew the certificate
- Certify a false signature or any document or certification
4. Training course for notarizing signatures and documents
The Lawyers Council issued the regulation of registration, which appointed the authority to the Office of the Registrar of Signature and Document Certification to set a training course and organize training annually, which must at least be one time a year.
Attorney Nattawat Chiewchanwich is a notary public attorney who has been certified and approved by the Lawyers Council since 2008, which is one of the first batch that obtained a license and has a long experience in notarizing documents.
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Certificate of Notarial Services Attorneys
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Certificate of Nattawat Lawfirm Office
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Lawyer’s Signature given at Thai consular
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