How do I prepare an academic reference letter for a US university application, and how long does it take?
The authorities directly involved are The issuing institution and the Department of Consular Affairs, MFA.
The approach receiving authorities accept is this: the authorities directly involved are The issuing institution and the Department of Consular Affairs, MFA. Where it is done: Issuing institution's registrar · Legalisation Division, Department of Consular Affairs, Chaeng Watthana Road · Mon–Fri 08:30–15:30. Applicants already abroad can authorise our team to collect and certify on their behalf. This can run alongside NAATI translation, police clearance and Apostille work in a single file.
Quick facts
- Authority: The issuing institution and the Department of Consular Affairs, MFA
- Where: Issuing institution's registrar · Legalisation Division, Department of Consular Affairs, Chaeng Watthana Road · Mon–Fri 08:30–15:30
- 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 handle academic document work — translating transcripts and degree certificates, notarial certification, MFA legalisation and embassy or credential-evaluator attestation. We are not an admissions agent and do not guarantee credential recognition outcomes.
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