SIAC Consulting Co. Ltd
Translation Services
If you plan to use a foreign document in Thailand—or a Thai document abroad—you’ll need an official certified translation. Here’s a concise overview of the process, what documents require translation, and how to ensure compliance with Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) standards.
📄 Documents That Commonly Need Translation
English → Thai (for use in Thailand)
Required for Thai authorities:
Birth/marriage certificates
Company affidavits, DBD registration, Amity Treaty papers
Contracts/prenuptial agreements
Property deeds/lease agreements
Passports/ID copies
Wills, financial statements, court judgments
Thai → English (for use abroad)
Needed for visa or legal applications overseas:
Birth/marriage/death certificates
Police/court reports
Shareholder agreements, bank statements
Property documents, wills
Many embassies (U.S., U.K., Canada, Australia, Schengen States) accept English translations for visa requirements.
✅ Requirements for Certified Translations in Thailand
For acceptance by authorities, translations must:
Be by a qualified translator (ideally MFA-enlisted).
Include a signed certification stamp.
Be notarized by a Notarial Services Attorney (NSA).
Be legalized by the MFA for use abroad.
⚠️ Note: Machine translations are not accepted.
⚙️ Process for Getting a Certified Translation in Thailand
Submit documents (clear scans to a translation service like Siam Legal).
Receive a quote (pricing varies by document type).
Translation by a certified linguist.
Notarization by an NSA.
Legalization by MFA, if needed.
Delivery of copies or digital PDF.
Average turnaround: 1–3 business days.
🏛 Legalization & Notarization
Certified Translation: A signed statement by the translator verifying accuracy, not valid internationally unless legalized by MFA.
Legalization by MFA: Ensures the translation matches the original and follows standards.
Notarization: Must be done by an NSA in Thailand, as there are no public notaries.
⚖️ Documents Not Accepted for Translation
Education materials assigned by instructors (e.g., homework, exams) are not accepted to prevent academic dishonesty.
💬 FAQ
Turnaround: Usually 1–3 days; longer if notarization/legalization required.
Notarization: Must be done by an NSA.
Legalization: Required for documents used officially or internationally.
Languages: Some translators provide services in French, Japanese, Chinese, Spanish, etc.
📞 Contact for Certified Translation in Thailand
Final Thoughts: Ensure your document is accurately translated and legalized to avoid rejection. A certified English–Thai translation guarantees your paperwork is valid for submission in Thailand or abroad.
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Translation Services
If you plan to use a foreign document in Thailand—or a Thai document abroad—you’ll need an official certified translation. Here’s a concise overview of the process, what documents require translation, and how to ensure compliance with Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) standards.
📄 Documents That Commonly Need Translation
English → Thai (for use in Thailand)
Required for Thai authorities:
Birth/marriage certificates
Company affidavits, DBD registration, Amity Treaty papers
Contracts/prenuptial agreements
Property deeds/lease agreements
Passports/ID copies
Wills, financial statements, court judgments
Thai → English (for use abroad)
Needed for visa or legal applications overseas:
Birth/marriage/death certificates
Police/court reports
Shareholder agreements, bank statements
Property documents, wills
Many embassies (U.S., U.K., Canada, Australia, Schengen States) accept English translations for visa requirements.
✅ Requirements for Certified Translations in Thailand
For acceptance by authorities, translations must:
Be by a qualified translator (ideally MFA-enlisted).
Include a signed certification stamp.
Be notarized by a Notarial Services Attorney (NSA).
Be legalized by the MFA for use abroad.
⚠️ Note: Machine translations are not accepted.
⚙️ Process for Getting a Certified Translation in Thailand
Submit documents (clear scans to a translation service like Siam Legal).
Receive a quote (pricing varies by document type).
Translation by a certified linguist.
Notarization by an NSA.
Legalization by MFA, if needed.
Delivery of copies or digital PDF.
Average turnaround: 1–3 business days.
🏛 Legalization & Notarization
Certified Translation: A signed statement by the translator verifying accuracy, not valid internationally unless legalized by MFA.
Legalization by MFA: Ensures the translation matches the original and follows standards.
Notarization: Must be done by an NSA in Thailand, as there are no public notaries.
⚖️ Documents Not Accepted for Translation
Education materials assigned by instructors (e.g., homework, exams) are not accepted to prevent academic dishonesty.
💬 FAQ
Turnaround: Usually 1–3 days; longer if notarization/legalization required.
Notarization: Must be done by an NSA.
Legalization: Required for documents used officially or internationally.
Languages: Some translators provide services in French, Japanese, Chinese, Spanish, etc.
📞 Contact for Certified Translation in Thailand
Final Thoughts: Ensure your document is accurately translated and legalized to avoid rejection. A certified English–Thai translation guarantees your paperwork is valid for submission in Thailand or abroad.
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Siac Consulting Experts
Specializes in Thai company formation for foreign entrepreneurs, with expertise in BOI registration, and ongoing corporate compliance.
Stay up-to-date
Helpful Links
Opening a Corporate Bank Account in Thailand
Opening a Corporate Bank Account in Thailand
Certified English–Thai Translation & Legalization in Thailand
Certified English–Thai Translation & Legalization in Thailand
Thailand Trademark Registration
Thailand Trademark Registration
VAT Registration in Thailand
VAT Registration in Thailand
SIAC Consulting Co. Ltd
Translation Services
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If you plan to use a foreign document in Thailand—or a Thai document abroad—you’ll need an official certified translation. Here’s a concise overview of the process, what documents require translation, and how to ensure compliance with Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) standards.
📄 Documents That Commonly Need Translation
English → Thai (for use in Thailand)
Required for Thai authorities:
Birth/marriage certificates
Company affidavits, DBD registration, Amity Treaty papers
Contracts/prenuptial agreements
Property deeds/lease agreements
Passports/ID copies
Wills, financial statements, court judgments
Thai → English (for use abroad)
Needed for visa or legal applications overseas:
Birth/marriage/death certificates
Police/court reports
Shareholder agreements, bank statements
Property documents, wills
Many embassies (U.S., U.K., Canada, Australia, Schengen States) accept English translations for visa requirements.
✅ Requirements for Certified Translations in Thailand
For acceptance by authorities, translations must:
Be by a qualified translator (ideally MFA-enlisted).
Include a signed certification stamp.
Be notarized by a Notarial Services Attorney (NSA).
Be legalized by the MFA for use abroad.
⚠️ Note: Machine translations are not accepted.
⚙️ Process for Getting a Certified Translation in Thailand
Submit documents (clear scans to a translation service like Siam Legal).
Receive a quote (pricing varies by document type).
Translation by a certified linguist.
Notarization by an NSA.
Legalization by MFA, if needed.
Delivery of copies or digital PDF.
Average turnaround: 1–3 business days.
🏛 Legalization & Notarization
Certified Translation: A signed statement by the translator verifying accuracy, not valid internationally unless legalized by MFA.
Legalization by MFA: Ensures the translation matches the original and follows standards.
Notarization: Must be done by an NSA in Thailand, as there are no public notaries.
⚖️ Documents Not Accepted for Translation
Education materials assigned by instructors (e.g., homework, exams) are not accepted to prevent academic dishonesty.
💬 FAQ
Turnaround: Usually 1–3 days; longer if notarization/legalization required.
Notarization: Must be done by an NSA.
Legalization: Required for documents used officially or internationally.
Languages: Some translators provide services in French, Japanese, Chinese, Spanish, etc.
📞 Contact for Certified Translation in Thailand
Final Thoughts: Ensure your document is accurately translated and legalized to avoid rejection. A certified English–Thai translation guarantees your paperwork is valid for submission in Thailand or abroad.
Stay up-to-date
Helpful Links
Opening a Corporate Bank Account in Thailand
Opening a Corporate Bank Account in Thailand
Certified English–Thai Translation & Legalization in Thailand
Certified English–Thai Translation & Legalization in Thailand
Thailand Trademark Registration
Thailand Trademark Registration
VAT Registration in Thailand
VAT Registration in Thailand
