Notary Public in Thailand — FAQ
Signature and document certification by a licensed Thai Notarial Services Attorney.
6 questions · referenced to Thai law and official announcements · service fees quoted per case — contact our team directly
Q1.Who acts as a Notary Public in Thailand?
Thailand has no separate notary profession. The equivalent role is performed by a 'Notarial Services Attorney' — a lawyer licensed by the Lawyers Council of Thailand under the Lawyers Council Regulation B.E. 2551 (2008) after completing the official training course. The certification is accepted internationally in place of a Notary Public.
Permalink to this questionQ2.How much does notarisation cost?
Fees follow the Lawyers Council fee framework and are quoted case by case, depending on the type of act (signature witnessing, true-copy certification, translation certification) and complexity. Translation and consular legalisation fees are separate. Contact us by phone, LINE or email for a written quotation.
Permalink to this questionQ3.How long does notarisation take?
Standard documents are usually completed the same day, often within 1–2 hours, provided the originals are ready and the signatory attends in person. Same-day handling depends on office availability.
Permalink to this questionQ4.What do I need to bring?
1) The original document. 2) The signatory's ID card or passport. 3) For companies: a company affidavit issued within the last 6 months plus directors' ID copies. 4) If the document is in a language the attorney cannot read, an accompanying translation is required.
Permalink to this questionQ5.Can the attorney come to my home or office?
Yes. Mobile notarisation is available in Bangkok and surrounding provinces, with a travel component added to the case quotation. This suits executives, elderly clients and high-volume document sets.
Permalink to this questionQ6.Is remote online notarisation (RON) available in Thailand?
No. Thailand does not currently recognise Remote Online Notarization. The signatory must appear in person before the notarial services attorney. Appointments and mobile service are the practical alternatives.
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