500 answered questions on Thai MFA legalisation at Chaeng Watthana: fees, timelines, translation rules, embassy dual legalisation and document checklists.
Fee
Government fee THB 200 per stamp (express price on request) · Our full-service handling quoted on request · MFA-accepted certified translation quoted on request
Turnaround
Standard 3–5 business days · Express 1–2 business days · Full chain (translation + MFA + destination embassy) 5–7 business days
Office
Legalisation Division, Department of Consular Affairs, Chaeng Watthana Road, Bangkok · Mon–Fri 08:30–15:30 · We collect documents nationwide by post or messenger
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How to get MFA / Consular Legalisation done — 5 steps
1. Send document photos for assessment
Photograph every page and send it via LINE @NAATI or email contact@naati.ltd so our team can confirm the set is complete and accepted by the destination authority.
2. Receive a fixed quote and timeline
You get the fee, the turnaround and every certification step in writing before we start. No hidden charges.
3. Preparation by qualified practitioners
Translations are produced by translators who meet the destination's requirements; certifications are executed by a licensed Notarial Services Attorney.
4. Lodge with the relevant authority
We lodge with the Department of Consular Affairs, the relevant embassy or the destination authority as each case requires, and track status throughout.
5. Collect the finished documents
Collect at our office, receive by domestic courier, or have it shipped internationally by express post — with scanned backups of every page.
