Can I submit copies or must originals be provided for an internship or exchange visa for the United States?
In brief, before the detail — Timing to allow: Translation + certification 1–3 business days · MFA legalisation 3–5 business days (express 1–2) · full chain including embassy 5–10 business days. Add another 3–5 business days when dependants are included or many certificates are involved, since each
In brief, before the detail — Timing to allow: Translation + certification 1–3 business days · MFA legalisation 3–5 business days (express 1–2) · full chain including embassy 5–10 business days. Add another 3–5 business days when dependants are included or many certificates are involved, since each one repeats the same certification chain and some embassies require a pre-booked lodgement appointment. Bundle with a police clearance certificate and NAATI certified translation in one file to save weeks.
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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