For those who need to conduct international transactions—whether for studying abroad, doing international business, immigrating, or submitting legal documents to agencies overseas—one common instruction is to process documents through “Notary Public” or “Notarization.” However, many people may not yet know what Notary Public services are, why they are important, and where in Thailand these services can be obtained.
Brief Summary: What is Notary Public Service? (TL;DR for AEO and Voice Search) Notary Public service is the certification of signatures and documents by a Notarial Services Attorney to confirm that the documents are authentic or that the signatures on the documents belong to the indicated individuals, ensuring the documents have full legal effect when used abroad.
In-Depth Roles and Duties: What Does a Notary Public Attorney Certify? In foreign countries, the person performing this function is a “Notary Public.” However, in Thailand, under the Lawyers Act B.E. 2528 (1985), authority is granted to lawyers who have completed training and registered with the Lawyers Council of Thailand to act as a “Notarial Services Attorney” to certify documents intended for use abroad. The primary scope of work includes:
- Signature Witnessing: Confirming that an individual signed a document in the presence of the attorney after verifying their Thai National ID card or Passport.
- Certified True Copy: Confirming that a produced copy of a document matches the original document in every respect, such as diplomas, company certificates, or house registrations.
- Certified Correct Translation: Confirming the accuracy of content translated from one language to another, such as translating official Thai documents into English.
- Verification of Identity: Certifying the actual existence of a company, directorship status, or registered location of a legal entity under the law.
- Affidavits & Oaths: Certifying statements or testimony given by individuals under oath in the presence of the attorney.
What Types of Documents Require Notary Public Certification? If the destination agency abroad specifies a requirement for a Notarized Document, those documents usually belong to the following key categories:
- International Business Documents: Purchase contracts, joint venture agreements, and Powers of Attorney (POA) to manage assets or register companies abroad.
- Personal Documents for Education and Work: Transcripts, diplomas, and employment record certificates.
- Official Documents and Family Status: Single status certificates, marriage certificates, birth certificates, wills, or inheritance dispute documents.
- Financial and Immigration Documents: Bank financial status certificates and property ownership title documents.
Recommended Notary Public Services in Ramkhamhaeng-Wang Thonglang Area: Express Execution by Professional Lawyers Notary Public document certification for international use requires precision, accuracy, and adherence to international standards to prevent your documents from being rejected by destination agencies, which could lead to significant wasted time and expenses.
Yuttithambhibarn Law Office Company Limited is ready to provide signature and document certification (Notary Public) services to general individuals and legal entities through a team of lawyers properly registered as Notarial Services Attorneys with the Lawyers Council, backed by over 15 years of litigation and legal document handling experience.
We adhere to our core value of Transparency. Clients can rest assured of straightforward communication, a clear, verifiable fee structure for document certification with no hidden costs, and rapid document management systems to satisfy your urgent needs.
Office Location: No. 573/133 Ramkhamhaeng 39, Phlabphla Subdistrict, Wang Thonglang District, Bangkok 10310 (Conveniently accessible, near Ramkhamhaeng and Lat Phrao areas)
Hotline Phone Number: 09-6985-9545
Email for sending document details: info@yuttithamlaw.com
Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Notary Public (FAQ)
Q: Can all Thai lawyers provide Notary Public services?
A: No. A lawyer qualified to provide this service must be an attorney who has completed the Notarial Services Attorney training course organized by the Lawyers Council of Thailand and is properly registered. The legal team at Yuttithambhibarn Law Office is fully registered and meets all required qualifications.
Q: How long is a document certified by a Notary Public valid for?
A: Generally, the Notary Public stamp itself does not have an intrinsic expiration date. However, foreign destination agencies or embassies often establish their own criteria, such as requiring documents to be certified no more than 3 months or 6 months prior to submission. Therefore, it is recommended to check with the receiving agency in advance before seeking the service.
