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Attestation & Certified Translation for Thailand

Sending Indian documents to Thailand for a job, retirement visa, or marriage? Our Thailand attestation services cover the whole India side: State HRD attestation, Royal Thai Embassy attestation, and certified Thai translation. WhatsApp us a scan for a free document review and a clear quote.

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Thailand has acceded to the Apostille Convention, but HCCH lists entry into force on 28 February 2027. Until entry into force and Thai receiving-authority acceptance are confirmed, Indian documents for Thai use go through Notary, SDM or State HRD or Home, MEA attestation, then Royal Thai Embassy attestation in New Delhi. Thai translation by an MFA-Thailand-approved translator is often required for marriage registration, work permit, and many Thai-authority submissions.

Reviewed by SiZA Documentation Desk. . Sources cited inline and in Official sources.

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For a Thailand file, we can start with scans while the originals remain with family in India. After confirming the recipient's route, we coordinate pickup, the accepted state and MEA steps, and return delivery.

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Thailand: route, translation and receiving authority

Thailand is an Asian destination where the live document route matters more than a headline country label. Indian documents for use in Thailand currently go through the full embassy steps unless the Thai recipient confirms apostille acceptance: Notary, then SDM or State HRD or Home Department depending on document type, then MEA attestation in New Delhi, then attestation by the Royal Thai Embassy in New Delhi. Most submissions also need Thai translation.

HCCH lists Thailand with entry into force on 28 February 2027. We track that date because the sequence may shorten from embassy attestation to MEA apostille once the Convention is active and Thai receiving authorities actually accept apostille for the customer's use case. Until then, any agency selling automatic "Thailand apostille" is taking a risk with the customer's deadline.

The busiest Thailand desks are work permit applications (the Non-Immigrant B visa, followed by the work permit issued by Thailand's Department of Employment), marriage registration at a Thai district office (where Indians marrying a Thai national need apostille-equivalent attestation on Single Status and Birth certificates plus Thai translation), retirement visa (Non-Immigrant O-A for over-50s with income proof), and education at international schools and Thai universities.

Marriage registration in Thailand is where Indian families most often get caught. The Thai district office (amphur) wants the Single Status Affidavit and Birth Certificate attested all the way through Notary, SDM or Home, MEA, Royal Thai Embassy New Delhi, then translated into Thai by an MFA-approved translator in Thailand. Skip any step and the amphur sends the documents back, sometimes weeks later, after you have already paid for travel.

Thailand document process from India

1

Prior Indian Attestation

SDM or Home Department for personal documents. State HRD for educational documents. Notary first across the board.

2

MEA Attestation

Ministry of External Affairs attestation in New Delhi. Not apostille unless Thai apostille acceptance is confirmed for the case.

3

Royal Thai Embassy Attestation

Royal Thai Embassy New Delhi. Current final India-side stamp for Thai use until apostille entry into force and receiving-authority acceptance are confirmed.

4

Thai Translation

Translation into Thai, often by an MFA-Thailand-approved translator on the Thai side, depending on the receiving authority.

5

Receiving Authority Submission

Thai district office for marriage registration, Department of Employment for work permit, Thai immigration for retirement or Long-Term Resident visa.

Documents commonly requested for Thailand

The receiving authority and purpose decide the final set. Share a scan before moving originals.

Degree Certificate

HRD + MEA + Thai Embassy attestation, plus Thai translation

Marksheets / Academic Transcript

HRD + MEA + Thai Embassy attestation

Birth Certificate

SDM or Home + MEA + Thai Embassy attestation, for family / dependent visa

Marriage Certificate

SDM or Home + MEA + Thai Embassy attestation, for spouse visa or marriage registration in Thailand

Police Clearance Certificate

PCC, attested + translated, for long-stay and work visa

Passport

valid 6+ months beyond intended stay

Thai Translation of personal documents

recommended for marriage registration, work permit, and most Thai authority submissions

Work Permit confirmation from Thai employer

for B visa work

Affidavit of Single Status

SDM or Home + MEA + Thai Embassy attestation + Thai translation, for marriage in Thailand

Bank statements and proof of income

for retirement visa and Long-Term Resident visa

Thailand: route decision before originals move

Hague status, consular handling and translation are separate checks. The receiving authority's current written instruction controls the file.

Convention position

Apostille Convention entry into force is listed for 28 February 2027

India-side endpoint

Until the new route is active and accepted, confirm the existing Thai mission process

Translation decision

Thai translation only after checking the district office, university or employer requirement

Avoid this mistake

Do not switch an active case to apostille solely because accession has been announced.

India side, by city & state

Where your Thailand case usually starts in India

Indian-side authentication is state-led: educational documents go through your degree's issuing state HRD, and personal documents go through SDM or the Home Department of your domicile state. These are the state HRDs and city pickup pages most Thailand cases actually run through.

How we help with Thailand

The SiZA services that apply to Thailand.

Timeline, Cost Factors & Rejection Risks

Typical Timeline

Thailand timelines must be verified per case. State HRD, MEA attestation, Royal Thai Embassy attestation, Thai translation and courier movement each affect the committed schedule.

Cost Depends On

Document type (educational, personal, commercial, marriage)
SDM or State HRD or Home prior attestation
Royal Thai Embassy attestation
Thai translation by MFA-Thailand-approved translator
Pickup city and urgency

Common Rejection Reasons

Apostilling instead of attesting before Thai acceptance is confirmed
Missing Royal Thai Embassy attestation
Missing Thai translation for amphur or Department of Employment use
Name mismatch across passport, degree, and Thai sponsor documents

How SiZA Global Handles It

Confirms current Thailand route before originals move
Coordinates SDM or HRD or Home, MEA attestation, and Royal Thai Embassy attestation
Advises on Thai translation routing for marriage registration and work permit
Tracks the 28 February 2027 entry-into-force date and receiving-authority acceptance

Checks before sending Thailand documents

MEA apostille alone is not enough for Thailand unless the Thai recipient confirms apostille acceptance. The Royal Thai Embassy in New Delhi commonly has to attest the document.

HCCH lists Thailand entry into force on 28 February 2027. Until entry into force and receiving-authority acceptance are confirmed, do not buy automatic Thailand apostille.

For marriage registration in Thailand: Single Status Affidavit and Birth Certificate need the end-to-end work (Notary, SDM or Home, MEA, Royal Thai Embassy) plus Thai translation on the Thai side.

For work permit, the Non-Immigrant B visa comes first (at the Royal Thai Embassy or Consulate), then the work permit is issued in Thailand by the Department of Employment after arrival. Attested degree, transcript, and experience certificates are common input documents.

Retirement visa (Non-Immigrant O-A) is for applicants 50 and above with income proof. Document attestation may be light; the income and insurance side is heavy.

Long-Term Resident (LTR) visa for high-income Indian remote workers, retirees, and wealthy applicants is run through the Board of Investment (BOI). Degree and PCC legalisation may be part of the case.

Thailand Reference Card

Thailand Documentation Key Facts

Verified reference data for Indian documents going to Thailand. Each fact links to its source where applicable.

India-Side Legalisation

Hague Apostille
Not a member
HCCH lists Thailand with an entry-into-force date of 28 February 2027. Until entry into force and receiving-authority acceptance are confirmed, India-issued documents for Thailand should be treated as Royal Thai Embassy attestation work, not apostille-only work.
Final India-side stamp
Royal Thai Embassy attestation in New Delhi after MEA attestation. Notary + SDM or State HRD or Home Department prior step depending on document type.
Translation
Thai
Translation into Thai, often by an MFA-Thailand-approved translator on the Thai side, depending on the receiving authority.
Typical India-side turnaround
Verify per case before quote. The state step, regular MEA attestation, Royal Thai Embassy attestation, translation and return courier each affect the total working-day window.
Marriage registration at Thai district office (amphur), Non-Immigrant B work permit, retirement visa and Long-Term Resident visa applications each have separate Thai-side processes. SiZA Global tracks the Thai Hague entry-into-force date and will update the route only when apostille acceptance is actually active for the customer's use case.
Hague status verified against HCCH status table.

Thailand Missions in India

Royal Thai Embassy, New Delhi

56-N, Nyaya Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021

+91-11-24197200

Official website

Jurisdiction: All India for attestation and visa work. Thailand also operates Honorary Consulates in Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Bengaluru and other Indian cities for limited consular services.

Indian Missions in Thailand

Embassy of India, Bangkok

46, Prasarnmitr, Soi 23, Sukhumvit, Bangkok 10110, Thailand

+66-2-2580300

Official website

How SiZA Handles Thailand Documents

For Thailand, SiZA checks the document issuer, purpose and receiving-authority instruction before asking you to move originals.

Send first: document scan · destination country · purpose of use · deadline or urgency

  1. Review the requirement

    Share the document scan, destination, purpose, deadline, and original location.

    Document type and scan · Country, purpose, and urgency

  2. Confirm the right process

    SiZA checks apostille, attestation, HRD, translation, and other required steps.

    Required process explained · Originals confirmed only if needed

  3. Handle and update

    We manage the approved steps. Updates arrive through WhatsApp or email.

    Safe custody during movement · Status updates while processing

  4. Proof and return

    SiZA shares completion proof. We confirm payment, courier, packing, and dispatch.

    Photos or videos after completion · Courier choice and safe packing

Share scan → process confirmed → originals received if required → completion proof → payment and safe return

Trust, Custody And Safety

We check every document at intake. Its case reference tracks every handoff.

Original-Document Care

We check each original against its intake list. Its case reference stays attached.

Clear Updates

WhatsApp or email updates show intake, submission, completion, and dispatch.

Completion Proof

We can share completion photos or video before packing the original.

Safe Return

We reconfirm the address and courier. Then we protect and dispatch documents.

No Shortcut Claims

SiZA rejects fake shortcuts, forged documents, and rule bypasses.

Thailand document questions

Does Thailand accept MEA apostille from India?

Thailand has acceded to the Apostille Convention, but HCCH lists entry into force on 28 February 2027. Until entry into force and Thai receiving-authority acceptance are confirmed, Indian documents for Thai use should still be treated as Royal Thai Embassy attestation work after the India-side steps, not apostille-only work.

When will Thailand start accepting apostille?

HCCH lists Thailand entry into force on 28 February 2027. SiZA will update the route when apostille acceptance is active and the Thai recipient accepts it for the specific document and use case.

I am marrying a Thai citizen in Thailand. What documents do I need?

For marriage registration at the Thai district office (amphur), Indian applicants typically need a Single Status Affidavit and Birth Certificate attested through Notary, SDM or Home Department, MEA, then Royal Thai Embassy New Delhi. After arrival in Thailand, both documents are translated into Thai by an MFA-Thailand-approved translator on the Thai side. The amphur is strict about each stamp being present. We prepare the India-side steps end to end.

I have already paid for MEA apostille on my Thailand documents. Will it work?

It may not work unless the Thai recipient has confirmed apostille acceptance for your exact use case. Many Thailand files still need the appropriate MEA attestation stamp and Royal Thai Embassy attestation. If you call us before sending originals, we will tell you which sequence applies to your specific document and Thai recipient.

Official Sources to Verify

Thailand attestation, visa and translation rules can change. Every fact on this page is verified against an official source; the links below take you straight to the authority that issued the rule.

Important Notice: SiZA Global Solutions Private Limited is a professional documentation and facilitation service provider. We do not offer recruitment, job placement, or overseas employment services. All documentation information on this page is for general guidance. Always verify current requirements with the relevant embassy or authority before submission.

Client Stories

What Clients Say About Thailand Documentation

Real clients, real documents, real results.

Reviews are quoted as written and reflect each customer's case at the time. Current government and mission requirements are checked again before new work starts.

★★★★★

I am incredibly impressed with your company's service. The registration process, prompt responses, on-time commitment, and immediate assistance with urgent requests, especially with quick certificate attestation, are truly exceptional. I highly recommend your services to everyone. Thank you!

Lenin Franklin

Lenin Franklin

Customer, urgent certificate attestation

Google Business review

May 2026

★★★★★

I genuinely appreciate the support and guidance provided by Siza Global Solutions Pvt ltd. Mohammad Shahid handled our attestation and visa process very efficiently. The entire procedure was smooth, transparent, and stress-free. Thank you for the reliable service and quick response throughout.

Azhar Madni

Azhar Madni

Customer, attestation and visa process

Google Business review

May 2026

★★★★★

Very satisfied with the service provided by Siza Global and Mohammad Shahid. They helped us with degree attestation, visa stamping, and all documentation work professionally and on time. The team was very helpful and cooperative throughout the process. Highly recommended.

Shahina Parveen

Shahina Parveen

Customer, degree attestation and visa stamping

Google Business review

May 2026

★★★★★

I had a very good experience with Siza Global Solutions Pvt. Ltd. and Mr. Mohammad Shahid. They helped me with my wife's degree attestation, visa stamping, Kuwait Embassy attestation, and my child's birth certificate attestation, visa stamping. They also assisted with ticket booking and complete documentation support. The service was fast, professional, and very trustworthy. Everything was done smoothly without any hassle. Highly recommended for anyone looking for apostille, attestation, and visa services. Thank you for the excellent support.

Jafar Hashmi

Jafar Hashmi

Family relocation, Kuwait visa stamping

Google Business review

May 2026

★★★★★

Moving to Dubai with family means getting marriage certificate and birth certificates properly attested. SiZA explained the end-to-end work , SDM, MEA, UAE embassy, and VFS. They picked up documents from Ahmedabad and returned everything safely. The doorstep service made it so much easier.

Sneha Patel

Sneha Patel

Family relocation, UAE family visa

Ahmedabad, India

★★★★★

I needed marriage certificate and kids' birth certificates attested for UAE family visa. SiZA explained what SDM attestation involves, handled the end-to-end work, and returned all original documents safely. They also flagged that one document needed an additional step , which I would have missed on my own.

Fatima Shaikh

Fatima Shaikh

Family visa, UAE residency

Pune, India

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