Updated 24 June 2026 · iVC Notarial Services Attorney team (LCT-licensed since 2018, 8,500+ docs notarized) · Sources: Lawyers Council of Thailand (lawyerscouncil.or.th), MOFA Consular Affairs Department, Hague Conference on Private International Law
Notary Public Bangkok for Expats — Complete 2026 Guide
Thailand does not have a US/UK-style Notary Public. Instead, the Lawyers Council of Thailand licenses qualified attorneys as Notarial Services Attorneys who can notarize English documents for international use. iVC's team has handled 8,500+ documents for US Embassy, UK Embassy, EU Schengen consulates, Hong Kong/Singapore High Courts, and Apostille submissions. As of 5 January 2026, Thailand is officially a Hague Apostille member — your notarized document can now skip embassy legalization and go straight to MOFA Apostille for use in 126 countries.
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In Thailand, only a Notarial Services Attorney licensed by the Lawyers Council of Thailand can notarize English documents (Affidavit, POA, Statutory Declaration, True Copy, Signature Witnessing) for expats and foreigners. iVC charges ฿500-800 per document, same-day at Asoke BTS office or mobile to your hotel/condo/hospital. After notarization, optionally add MOFA Apostille (Jan 2026) at ฿200/stamp + 3 days for Hague-recognized use in 126 countries including US/UK/EU/AU/JP/SG/HK — no embassy legalization needed.
Notary Service Catalog & Fees (English Documents)
| Document Type | Use Case | Fee (THB) | Turnaround |
|---|---|---|---|
| Affidavit / Sworn Statement | US Green Card, divorce, court | 800 | Same-day |
| Power of Attorney (General) | Banking, property, tax | 800 | Same-day |
| Power of Attorney (Special) | Specific transaction | 1,000 | Same-day |
| Statutory Declaration | UK/AU/NZ visa, name change | 800 | Same-day |
| True Copy Certification | Passport, degree, ID | 500/page | Same-day |
| Signature Witnessing | Contract, deed, share | 500/sig | Same-day |
| Translation Certification | Translator identity | 600 | Same-day |
| Letter of Consent (child) | Travel, medical, education | 800 | Same-day |
| Apostille Bundle | Notary + MOFA + courier | 1,500 | 3 days |
| Mobile Notary (Bangkok) | Hotel/condo/hospital | +1,500-3,000 | By appt |
* All fees include LCT seal, jurat statement, attorney signature, date stamp · ✅ Apostille (Hague) effective 5 Jan 2026 — no more embassy legalization for 126 countries · Walk-in welcomed Mon-Fri 09:00-14:00 same-day · Saturday by appointment only
When to Use Notary vs MOFA vs Embassy Legalization
- Notary only — document stays in Thailand or used in jurisdictions accepting LCT seal (e.g. internal company use, Thai bank, some US private parties)
- Notary + Apostille (MOFA) — recommended for all 126 Hague countries (US, UK, EU, AU, JP, SG, HK, KR, NZ, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, India effective Apr 2025, Indonesia effective June 2024) — fastest, cheapest, most efficient route since Jan 2026
- Notary + MOFA + Embassy Legalization — required only for non-Hague countries: UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Vietnam (until accession), Iran, Pakistan (limited), Egypt — add 5-15 working days + ฿1,500-5,000 per embassy
FAQ — Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Notary Public in Thailand and who can act as one?
Thailand does NOT have a traditional 'Notary Public' system. Instead, the Lawyers Council of Thailand (LCT) issues a Notarial Services Attorney license (เรียกว่า ทนายความผู้ทำคำรับรองลายมือชื่อและเอกสาร) to qualified lawyers who pass the LCT Notarial Course. Only these licensed attorneys can notarize documents for international use. iVC's Notarial Services Attorneys hold valid LCT licenses (verifiable on lawyerscouncil.or.th) and have notarized 8,500+ documents for embassies in Bangkok, US/UK/EU consulates, and Apostille submissions since 2018.
What English documents can a Thai Notary Public certify for expats?
8 main categories: (1) Affidavit / Sworn Statement — for US Green Card, divorce abroad, court submission · (2) Power of Attorney (POA) — general/special, real estate, banking, tax · (3) Statutory Declaration — UK/AU/NZ visa, name change, marital status · (4) Copy Certification (True Copy) — passport, degree, ID for overseas use · (5) Signature Witnessing — contracts, deed of trust, share transfer · (6) Translation Certification — confirming translator identity (not translation accuracy) · (7) Letter of Consent — child travel, medical, parental authority · (8) Acknowledgment of Documents — for US-style notarization with seal + signature.
How much does Notary Public cost in Bangkok for expats?
iVC standard rates: ฿500 per signature/page for standard notarization (Affidavit, POA, True Copy) · ฿800 per document for complex declarations with legal review · ฿1,500 for Apostille-bundle (Notary + MOFA submission + courier) · ฿300 walk-in surcharge (no appointment) · Same-day service available before 14:00. No hidden fees. Compare: Singapore Notary SGD 100-200, Hong Kong HKD 800-1,500, London £75-150. Bangkok is 60-80% cheaper for the same Hague-recognized output.
Will a Thai Notary's seal be accepted by the US/UK/EU embassy or court abroad?
✅ Yes — Thai Notarial Services Attorney seal is recognized by: US Embassy Bangkok (for FS-240, IRS W-9/W-8BEN, SSA declarations), UK Embassy (for Statutory Declarations under Statutory Declarations Act 1835), Australian Embassy (DFAT Apostille processing), EU Schengen consulates (for visa supplementary documents), Thai MOFA Consular Division (for Apostille — effective 5 Jan 2026), and Hong Kong/Singapore High Courts (under Hague Evidence Convention). The seal must include: LCT license number, attorney signature, date, and English-language stamp. iVC documents follow the LCT 2018 template exactly.
Do I need to translate my English document to Thai before notarization?
No — if your document is already in English and intended for use OUTSIDE Thailand (US, UK, EU, AU, etc.), the Notarial Services Attorney can notarize directly in English with English-language seal/jurat. Translation to Thai is only required if: (a) the document will be used in Thai court, (b) submitted to a Thai government agency that requires Thai version, or (c) recorded in the Thai Land Office. For pure international use (visa, foreign court, overseas tax), English-only is faster and embassy-preferred.
Can I get Apostille after Notary now that Thailand joined the Hague Convention?
✅ Yes — effective 5 January 2026 Thailand officially joined the Hague Apostille Convention (deposited instrument June 2025). The process for English-notarized documents is now: (1) iVC Notarial Services Attorney notarizes your English document — ฿500-800 · (2) iVC submits to MOFA Consular Affairs Department (Chaeng Watthana) for Apostille — ฿200/stamp + 3 working days · (3) Done. Use in any of 126 Hague member states without further legalization. Old process (Consular Legalization at foreign embassy) is now optional, only for non-Hague countries (China-Mainland pre-2023, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Vietnam).
Where is iVC's Notary Public office and do you offer mobile/on-site service?
Main office: iVC Bangkok at Asoke (BTS Asoke / MRT Sukhumvit Exit 2), 5 min walk · Open Mon-Fri 09:00-18:00, Sat 10:00-15:00 · Mobile Notary: ✅ available for hotel, hospital, condo, embassy waiting area within Bangkok metro — surcharge ฿1,500-3,000 depending on distance (Sukhumvit, Sathorn, Silom, Phrom Phong, Ekkamai, Thonglor included). For elderly/disabled clients we visit Bumrungrad, Samitivej, BNH, MedPark hospitals at no extra surcharge. International clients can also book video-notarization consultation to prepare documents before flying in (final signing must be in-person per LCT regulation 2018).
What ID and supporting documents do I need to bring for Notary appointment?
For expats: (1) Original passport (must be valid, not expired) — iVC will copy + certify · (2) Thai visa stamp or work permit (for residence proof) · (3) The document to be notarized — bring 2-3 original copies if multiple parties · (4) For POA: full name + ID of attorney-in-fact (proxy) · (5) For corporate documents: company registration certificate (DBD), board resolution, authorized director ID · (6) For Apostille bundle: 1 extra copy + Thai translation if going to non-English country. Do NOT sign the document before arrival — Notary must witness your signature. Bring blue pen. Free WiFi + coffee while waiting.