How do I prepare a power of attorney for a first-time work permit, and how long does it take?
The authorities directly involved are Department of Employment, Ministry of Labour, and the Department of Consular Affairs, MFA.
What to understand before you start collecting documents: the authorities directly involved are Department of Employment, Ministry of Labour, and the Department of Consular Affairs, MFA. Where it is done: Department of Employment, Ministry of Labour · Immigration Bureau · Legalisation Division, Department of Consular Affairs, Chaeng Watthana Road. We prepare and certify the full set; the decision itself rests with the authority. Note: the final decision rests with the receiving authority, so our focus is a complete and accurate document set.
Quick facts
- Authority: Department of Employment, Ministry of Labour, and the Department of Consular Affairs, MFA
- Where: Department of Employment, Ministry of Labour · Immigration Bureau · Legalisation Division, Department of Consular Affairs, Chaeng Watthana Road
- Timing to allow: Timing depends on the document type and each authority's processing; our team estimates after reviewing your file. Not a guarantee.
- Scope of service: We prepare the documents used in work permit and business visa files — certified translation, notarial certification, MFA legalisation and embassy attestation. Approval remains at the discretion of the Department of Employment and Immigration Bureau.
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