Does a Thai ID card need notarisation or MFA legalisation before a business visa?
Language rules: English-speaking destinations usually accept a certified English translation, while Schengen states, Japan, Korea and China may require the official language of that country or a translator recognised by that embassy. We verify the destination's current requirement before translation
This is the question visa applicants ask most — language rules: English-speaking destinations usually accept a certified English translation, while Schengen states, Japan, Korea and China may require the official language of that country or a translator recognised by that embassy. We verify the destination's current requirement before translation begins so nothing has to be redone. Note: the approval decision belongs to the destination authority; our role is to make the document set correct and complete.
Quick facts
- Scope: We handle the document side of a visa file only — translation, Notarial Services Attorney certification, MFA legalisation and embassy attestation. We do not give immigration legal advice and never promise an approval outcome.
- Turnaround: Translation + certification 1–3 business days · MFA legalisation 3–5 business days (express 1–2) · full chain including embassy 5–10 business days
- Office: Legalisation Division, Department of Consular Affairs, Chaeng Watthana Road, Bangkok · Mon–Fri 08:30–15:30 · nationwide document pickup and return
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