Thai Police Clearance Certificate for United States — RTP, NAATI, MOFA
Royal Thai Police Clearance Certificate prepared, translated and legalised for visa applications to United States. Must be the Royal Thai Police (RTP) certificate as listed in DOS Reciprocity Schedule.
Quick Answer · United States
"Royal Thai Police Clearance Certificate prepared, translated and legalised for visa applications to United States. Must be the Royal Thai Police (RTP) certificate as listed in DOS Reciprocity Schedule."
- 01Is Thai Police Clearance required for United States?
- Must be the Royal Thai Police (RTP) certificate as listed in DOS Reciprocity Schedule.
- 02How long is the certificate valid?
- 24 months from the issuance date.
- 03What is the legalisation path?
- RTP → Certified translation → submit via NVC / U.S. Embassy
- 04Which visa programs need it?
- Immigrant Visa (IV), K-1 Fiancé, Adjustment of Status (select)
แหล่งข้อมูล:iVC — International Visa Center · ข้อมูลปรับปรุง 2026
Visa programs that require Thai PCC for United States
- Immigrant Visa (IV)
- K-1 Fiancé
- Adjustment of Status (select)
Legalisation pathway
RTP → Certified translation → submit via NVC / U.S. Embassy
- 1. Prepare ID documents
Thai ID, passport, house registration, two 1-inch photos, and Power of Attorney if iVC represents you.
- 2. Fingerprint capture
Captured at any Thai police station, your local sub-district office, or iVC offices nationwide.
- 3. RTP submission (Bangkok)
iVC submits to the Royal Thai Police Criminal Records Division on Rama I Road and tracks status online.
- 4. Certificate issuance
Issued within 7-15 working days. Express 3-5 days available at additional fee.
- 5. Translation & legalisation
NAATI / Certified translation + MOFA / Apostille legalisation as required by the destination embassy.
FAQ — United States
Is Thai Police Clearance required for United States?
Must be the Royal Thai Police (RTP) certificate as listed in DOS Reciprocity Schedule.
How long is the certificate valid?
24 months from the issuance date.
What is the legalisation path?
RTP → Certified translation → submit via NVC / U.S. Embassy
Which visa programs need it?
Immigrant Visa (IV), K-1 Fiancé, Adjustment of Status (select)
Where is the Thai Police Clearance Certificate issued?
By the Criminal Records Division of the Royal Thai Police on Rama I Road, Bangkok. iVC can collect documents and fingerprints anywhere in Thailand and submit on your behalf.
How long does it take?
7-15 working days standard. Express 3-5 days for an additional fee.
How much does it cost?
Government fee from THB 100 plus iVC service fee from THB 3,500 — including fingerprinting and delivery.
Do I need a translation?
Australia/NZ require NAATI translation. UK/US/Canada accept certified translation. Germany requires a sworn German translator.
How long is the certificate valid?
Most embassies accept 6 months. Australia 12 months. United States 24 months.
Can iVC apply on my behalf with Power of Attorney?
Yes — sign the POA, send a copy of your Thai ID/passport, and iVC handles the entire RTP process.
Does iVC serve all provinces?
Yes, all 77 provinces. We collect fingerprints locally and submit at the RTP head office in Bangkok.