How do I legalise a Thai death certificate for use in Portugal?
Where it is filed: Legalisation Division, Department of Consular Affairs, Chaeng Watthana Road, Bangkok
In brief, before the details — Where it is filed: Legalisation Division, Department of Consular Affairs, Chaeng Watthana Road, Bangkok · Mon–Fri 08:30–15:30 · nationwide document pickup by post or messenger. Clients outside Bangkok or overseas do not need to attend in person; a power of attorney lets our team complete the whole process as required by the receiving authority. Call 094-895-8999 to open an express 1–2 business-day file.
Quick facts
- Current status: Thailand still uses consular legalisation today; the Hague Apostille Convention enters into force for Thailand on 28 February 2027.
- Turnaround: Standard legalisation 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 · nationwide document pickup by post or messenger
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