Name Change Certificate Translation & Consular Legalization Service
Name Change Certificate translation in all languages with Notary Public and MFA consular legalization for update name in foreign documents, visa applications, foreign registration. From 5,000 THB. Serving all 77 provinces.
⚖️ Thai Notary Law Team — attorneys registered with the Lawyers Council of Thailand
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Quick Answer: Name Change Legalization
Name Change Certificate translation with consular legalization: Translation → Notary → Consular → Embassy. Translation 500-1,200 THB, Notary 1,500-8,000 THB, consular 200-800 THB/set + service 2,500-5,000 THB. 5-10 business days. Call 094-895-8999.
Required Documents
- Original or clear copy of Name Change Certificate
- ID card copy
- Passport copy
- Power of attorney (if applicable)
What is Name Change Certificate Consular Legalization?
Name Change Certificate consular legalization is the process of submitting translated and notarized Name Change Certificate documents to the Department of Consular Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, at Chaeng Watthana Government Complex, to make them legally valid for international use. This process, also called "Legalization" or "นิติกรณ์," is a critical step for foreign authorities to accept Thai documents. Thai Notary Law provides end-to-end service from translation, notary certification, consular submission, to embassy attestation — clients need not visit any office themselves.
Why is Name Change Certificate Consular Legalization Needed?
A translated and notarized Name Change Certificate alone may not be sufficient for international use. Many countries require documents to be legalized by the origin country's Ministry of Foreign Affairs before acceptance. This applies to permanent visa applications, overseas marriage registration, nationality transfer, education enrollment, legal transactions, and foreign court proceedings. The Department of Consular Affairs verifies the document was certified by authorized Thai officials, then stamps and signs it for international validity.
4 Levels of Legalization Process
Level 1: Translation by registered translator — for domestic Thai government use. Level 2: Notary Public certification — attorney signs and stamps the translation. Suitable for some embassy submissions. Level 3: Department of Consular Affairs legalization — consular verifies notary signature, applies official stamp. Document is legally valid abroad. Level 4: Embassy/Consulate attestation — some countries require additional embassy certification (e.g., China, Saudi Arabia, UAE). Thai Notary Law provides all 4 levels with end-to-end coordination.
Uses of Legalized Name Change Certificate
Legalized Name Change Certificate is used for update name in foreign documents, visa applications, foreign registration and other legal purposes abroad. Thai Notary Law provides complete translation and legalization service.
Name Change Certificate Legalization Pricing
Translation 500-1,200 THB + Notary 1,500-8,000 THB + Consular 200-800 THB/set + Service 2,500-5,000 THB + Embassy (if needed) 1,800-2,600 + 5,000-12,000 THB. Delivery 100/2,500 THB.
Country-Specific Requirements
Each country has different requirements. USA: English+Notary+Consular. Australia: NAATI+Notary+Consular. Japan: Japanese+Notary+Consular+Embassy. China: Chinese+Notary+Consular+Embassy. Germany: Sworn Translator+Notary+Consular. Thai Notary Law is expert in all country requirements.
Nationwide Service — 77 Provinces
Thai Notary Law serves all 50 Bangkok districts, 77 provinces. Branch offices in Khon Kaen, Udon Thani, Nong Khai. Accept documents by post, Line, email. Delivery nationwide and worldwide.
Why Choose Thai Notary Law?
attorneys registered with the Lawyers Council of Thailand, Notarial Services Attorneys, translators in 70+ languages translators, documents of many types on a regular basis sets certified, verifiable job reference on every certificate. One-stop translation-notary-consular-embassy service.
Documents Often Legalized Together
Documents commonly submitted together: Birth Certificate, House Registration, ID Card, Passport, Marriage/Divorce Certificate, Name Change. Thai Notary Law offers discounts for multiple documents.
Apostille vs Consular Legalization
Thailand is not a Hague Apostille Convention member, so "Legalization" through the Department of Consular Affairs is the standard process. More steps than Apostille but accepted worldwide. Thai Notary Law handles everything — clients need not understand all details.
Name Change Legalization Pricing
Transparent pricing, no hidden fees
Translation
500-1,200 ฿
Notary Public
1,500-8,000 ฿
Consular Fee
200-800 ฿/ชุด
Consular Service
2,500-5,000 ฿
Embassy Fee
1,800-2,600 ฿/ชุด
Embassy Service
5,000-12,000 ฿
Domestic Delivery
100 ฿
Worldwide
2,500 ฿
How to Get Name Change Legalization
Prepare original or clear copy of Name Change Certificate
Submit documents via Line @ThaiNotary, email, or office visit
Team reviews documents and provides free quote
Confirm service and make payment
Specialized translator translates Name Change Certificate into target language
Quality review by expert proofreader
Notary Public attorney certifies and signs translation
Prepare documents for submission to Department of Consular Affairs
Submit documents to Department of Consular Affairs, MFA
Wait for consular legalization (2-5 business days)
Receive legalized documents, ready for embassy submission if needed
Deliver documents nationwide or worldwide
Thai Notary Law vs Other Providers
| Feature | Thai Notary Law | Others |
|---|---|---|
| Full service (Translation+Notary+Consular+Embassy) | ✅ | ❌ |
| In-house Notary Public | 6 ท่าน | 0-1 |
| Submit to consular on behalf | ✅ | ❌ |
| Experience | ทนายผู้ทำคำรับรองขึ้นทะเบียนสภาทนายความ | แตกต่างกันไป |
| Supported languages | 70+ | 10-20 |
| Nationwide coverage | 77 จังหวัด | กรุงเทพเท่านั้น |
Supported Languages
Service Areas Nationwide
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094-895-8999 | Line: @ThaiNotary | contact@thainotary.co.th
Destination-country guides for translation and legalisation (80 countries)
Each guide sets out the receiving authority at the destination, the translation standard it accepts, country-specific cautions and FAQs — on the basis that Thailand acceded to the 1961 Hague Apostille Convention on 30 June 2026 and it enters into force for Thailand on 28 February 2027, so no Thai Apostille is issued yet.
Asia-Pacific
Europe
Foreign-issued documents for use in Thailand (48 origin countries)
The inbound direction: a document issued abroad is authenticated in its country of origin, legalised at the Royal Thai Embassy there (or through the issuing country’s mission in Thailand), then translated into Thai with the translation certified by the Department of Consular Affairs. Because Thailand acceded to the 1961 Hague Apostille Convention on 30 June 2026 and it enters into force for Thailand on 28 February 2027, so no Thai Apostille is issued yet, an Apostille alone is not sufficient.
Central America & Caribbean
Europe
One-stop business services
Beyond translation, certification and legalisation, we handle the corporate side of the same matter: company registration, accounting, tax and social security, contracts and litigation, visas and work permits, family-status records, and document digitisation. Pick the topic that matches your matter to see documents, steps and cautions.
🔗 Related Services — Thai Notary Law
Thai Notary Law provides full-service Notary Public, translation, consular/embassy legalization, criminal checks, marriage registration across 77 Thai provinces.
Six Notarial Services Attorneys Licensed by the Lawyers Council of Thailand
Thai Notary Law & Service Co., Ltd. — registered Thai company, Tax/Reg ID 0405565001923, providing notary & international legalization services for over 10 years.
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How Our Consular Legalization Meets International Standards
Thai Standards
- • Lawyers Council of Thailand–licensed attorneys
- • MFA Department of Consular Affairs legalization
- • MOJ-registered certified translators
- • Registered company No. 0405565001923 — over 10 years in business
International Standards
- • Hague Apostille Convention — 124 countries
- • Accepted by embassies and consulates in Thailand and consulates worldwide
- • NAATI-certified for Australian visa documents
- • Format compliant with USCIS, UKVI, IRCC, and Schengen requirements
Consular Legalization Experience Across Industries
Corporate & B2B
Contracts, POAs, board resolutions, and financial statements for cross-border business expansion.
Immigration & Visa
Visa, work permit, PR, and family reunion documents for 30+ destination countries.
Education Abroad
Transcripts, diplomas, and recommendation letters accepted by universities worldwide.
Family & Marriage
Marriage registration, adoption, inheritance, and divorce documents for cross-national families.
Consular Legalization — Every Certification Level Your Destination Needs
Certified Translator
Translation with official stamp and accuracy declaration — for general use.
Lawyer Certification
Attorney verifies translator and signer identity — accepted by Thai authorities.
Notary Public
Notarial Services Attorney certifies per international standard — accepted worldwide.
MFA Consular Legalization
MFA Department of Consular Affairs authenticates the Notary signature.
Destination Embassy or Apostille
Destination embassy stamp or Hague Apostille — final step before use.
We handle all 5 levels under one roof — clients never have to chase agencies themselves.
About Thai Notary Law — Why Trust Us
Thai Notary Law & Service Co., Ltd.
- 6 licensed Notary Public attorneys registered with the Lawyers Council of Thailand under the Lawyer Act B.E. 2528
- Document intake from all 77 provinces, with a verifiable job reference on every certificate
- Head Office: 61 Soi Ladprao 95 (Prangtip), Khlong Chaokhun Sing, Wang Thonglang, Bangkok 10310
- Company Registration: 0405565001923
Branches & Service Areas
- 🏢 Bangkok: 61 Soi Ladprao 95 (Prangtip), Khlong Chaokhun Sing, Wang Thonglang, Bangkok 10310
- 🏢 46/1-2 Moo 2, Chimphli Rd., Nai Mueang, Mueang, Khon Kaen 40000
- 🏢 31/43 Si Chom Chuen Rd., Mak Khaeng, Mueang, Udon Thani 41000
- 🏢 161 Moo 1, Pa Kho, Mueang, Nong Khai 43000
- ✅ Coverage: 50 Bangkok districts + 77 provinces nationwide
- 🌐 Online service worldwide — available for overseas clients
💰 Thai Notary Law Pricing (From 1,500 THB)
| Service | Price (THB) | Days |
|---|---|---|
| Signature Certification | 1,500 - 8,000 | 1-3 |
| Certified True Copy | 1,500 - 5,000 | 1-2 |
| Thai-English Translation | 500 - 1,200/หน้า | 1-5 |
| NAATI Translation | 1,300 - 2,500 | 1-3 |
| Consular Legalization | 3,000 - 5,000 | 3-7 |
| Embassy Legalization | 5,000 - 15,000 | 5-15 |
| Criminal Background Check | 2,000 - 8,000 | 10-30 |
| Marriage Registration | 5,000 - 15,000 | 5-15 |
Official Service Rates (2026)
| Service | Price (THB) | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Consular Fee | THB 200 – 800 | per set |
| Consular Legalisation Service | THB 2,500 – 5,000 | per applicant |
| Embassy Fee | THB 1,800 – 2,600 | per set |
| Embassy Legalisation Service | THB 5,000 – 12,000 | |
| Domestic Shipping | THB 100 | |
| Worldwide Shipping | THB 2,500 |
* Prices above are starting ranges; final price depends on document type, volume, and complexity — contact staff to confirm.
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Thai Notary Law provides full Notary Public service covering 50 Bangkok districts, 77 provinces nationwide, near BTS/MRT stations and major shopping malls. Online service available worldwide — send documents via Line @ThaiNotary or Email from anywhere in the world.
