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Royal Thai Police

Criminal Background Check — Full Service

Criminal background check from Royal Thai Police (CID) with full translation and certification. Complete proxy service. For employment, visa, marriage. From 2,000 THB.

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Domestic Employment

Private, government, SOE

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International Visa

USA, Australia, Canada, Japan

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Corporate Screening

HR Background Check

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Marriage Registration

Thai-foreign couples

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Education

International universities

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Real Estate

Property transactions

Complete Guide: Criminal Background Checks in Thailand

A Criminal Background Check is the official process of obtaining a clearance certificate from the Criminal Records Division (CID), Royal Thai Police. It is required for employment, visa applications, marriage with foreign nationals, and international transactions. Thai Notary Law provides end-to-end service: document preparation, fingerprint scheduling, status tracking, legal translation, Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) legalization, and embassy attestation — all handled in one place, so clients never need to visit multiple agencies.

Two Types of Thai Police Clearance Certificates

Thailand issues clearance certificates in two principal formats depending on purpose:

  • Standard Police Clearance Certificate — for local employment, short-term visas, or agencies that do not require in-depth history. Issued from the CID database within 14-21 business days.
  • Comprehensive Criminal Record Check — includes dismissed cases, suspended cases, and full historical records. Required for permanent residency in Australia, Canada, USA, New Zealand, and for international adoption cases.

Three Often-Confused Documents

Clients frequently confuse the Police Clearance Certificate, the Non-Bankruptcy Certificate, and a Court Disposition Letter. These are issued by different authorities and serve different purposes. The Police Clearance comes from the Royal Thai Police; the Non-Bankruptcy Certificate from the Legal Execution Department; and the Disposition Letter from the court. Our team verifies with the destination embassy before starting any work to avoid duplicate requests or missing critical documents.

End-to-End Workflow

  1. Free consultation and purpose analysis — destination country, visa type, requesting agency, and timeline.
  2. Document review and preparation — Thai ID, house registration, 1-inch photos, passport, power of attorney.
  3. Fingerprint appointment — at Royal Thai Police HQ (Rama I) or regional branches (Khon Kaen, Udon Thani, Nong Khai). Overseas clients use FBI Channeler/ACIC.
  4. Filing at CID — Thai Notary Law submits, tracks daily, and reports progress via LINE OA.
  5. Result collection and verification — name, ID number, and issue date are checked before translation.
  6. Certified legal translation — NAATI/ATA-standard translation certified by a Ministry of Justice-registered attorney.
  7. MFA consular legalization — Chaeng Watthana, 3-5 business days.
  8. Destination embassy attestation — Apostille for Hague Convention countries; full embassy chain for Non-Hague.

Why Choose Thai Notary Law

We have completed criminal record checks and document legalization for 50+ countries across all 5 continents. Our attorneys are registered with the Lawyers Council of Thailand under royal patronage and authorized as Notarial Services Attorneys. We check every document before delivery. If an embassy or destination agency rejects a document because of a translation or certification error on our part, we redo it free of charge.

PDPA Compliance and Data Protection

Thai Notary Law strictly complies with the Personal Data Protection Act B.E. 2562 (PDPA). Personal data, criminal record results, and supporting documents are stored in encrypted systems accessible only by the attorney in charge. Originals and copies are securely destroyed 90 days after delivery. Clients can exercise PDPA rights (access, rectification, deletion) at any time via privacy@thainotary.co.th.

Related Services

Beyond criminal background checks, Thai Notary Law also provides certified legal translation, MFA consular legalization, embassy attestation, and Notary Public services. Clients who use a full-package bundle receive up to 15% off and a faster processing timeline.

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Criminal Check for Domestic Employment

Criminal background check from Royal Thai Police with English translation for Thai and multinational company employment. From 2,000 THB.

💰 2,000-3,200 ฿
3-5 business days

Criminal Check for International Use

Criminal check with full translation and certification for visa, immigration, employment, or education abroad. From 4,000 THB.

💰 4,000-8,000 ฿
7-15 business days

Employee Background Check (Corporate)

Employee criminal background check for organizations, individual or bulk. From 2,000 THB/person.

💰 2,000-3,200/คน ฿
3-5 business days
In-Depth Guide

CID Criminal Background Check for International Use — All 4 Steps in One Place

A criminal background check from the Criminal Records Division (CID) of the Royal Thai Police is required for permanent residency (PR), work permits, citizenship, marriage registration in some countries, and onboarding at certain multinationals. The original is in Thai and not directly usable abroad — it must pass translation + Notary + MFA + Apostille or embassy first.

CID issues two formats: (1) an English Police Clearance Certificate directly from CID (7–14 business days), and (2) a faster Thai version that needs additional translation and certification. Choice depends on the destination — Australia and New Zealand accept only the English Police Clearance, while European countries and the US accept Notary-certified translations.

We handle the entire pipeline — preparing documents at the Government Complex (ID/passport copy, photo, fingerprinting), filing with CID, tracking, collecting results, translating, Notary certification, MFA filing, and embassy/Apostille — in one bundle. Clients never need to visit the Government Complex themselves.

Pricing starts at ฿2,000 for the check alone and ฿5,500–12,000 for the full international-ready bundle (depending on country). Tax invoices available for corporate clients. We also serve overseas clients who need to verify a Thai national for employment or marriage.

Process Steps

Steps to Make a Criminal Check Internationally Valid

  1. 1

    Prepare ID/passport copy + two 2-inch photos + fingerprint scan.

  2. 2

    File petition at CID, Government Complex — 7–14 business days.

  3. 3

    Collect CID document and translate into destination language by Notary-certified translator.

  4. 4

    File MFA Department of Consular Affairs — 2–3 business days.

  5. 5

    Submit to destination embassy or issue Apostille — 3–7 business days.

Total time: 14 days
Estimated cost: ฿5,500–฿12,000
Pick by Scenario

Destination & Recommended Format

ScenarioRecommendedReason
Australia / New ZealandEnglish Police Clearance + NAATINAATI is the only accepted standard
United States (Green Card)English Police Clearance + ApostilleUSCIS accepts Apostille since 2024
China (Work Permit / PR)Chinese translation + Notary + MFA + Chinese EmbassyChina does not accept Apostille for Thai-issued documents
Europe (Schengen)Translation + ApostilleAccepts Apostille issued within the past 6 months
Glossary

Background Check Glossary

CID
Criminal Records Division — the Royal Thai Police unit that issues background certificates.
Police Clearance Certificate
An English certificate issued directly by CID for countries requiring English-only documents.
Fingerprint Card (FD-258)
FBI-standard fingerprint form used for US PR/Citizenship applications.
Validity Period
How long the destination treats the document as current — usually 3–6 months from issue date.
Related Questions

People Also Ask

Can I request a check while living abroad?

Yes — we act under power of attorney; submit documents and fingerprints via the Thai embassy in your country.

Why does it sometimes take longer than the stated time?

If your name matches a flagged record, CID may request additional documents — we follow up throughout.

What is the difference between Thai and English versions?

English is issued directly by CID; Thai requires additional translation and certification — choose per destination requirement.

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How much for criminal background check?

Thai Notary Law criminal check from 3,500-28,000 THB. Full service. 10-30 days. Free consultation.

Verifiable Service Scope

What We Do and How Far We Cover

The following describes our actual service scope and coverage, not estimated statistics. Turnaround and government fees follow what each certifying authority publishes on the filing date.

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3 offices
Bangkok (Lat Phrao) · Khon Kaen · Udon Thani
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77 provinces
Nationwide by post and online intake
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Multilingual
Major European and Asian language pairs, agreed per case
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Express available
Express slots subject to the certifying authority’s queue

Service types we handle

  • ▪Notarial Services Attorney (signature, copy, translation certification)
  • ▪Certified translation for government and embassy filing
  • ▪Power of Attorney for domestic and overseas use
  • ▪Police clearance certificates and supporting paperwork
  • ▪MFA legalization and embassy certification
  • ▪Marriage/divorce registration and civil-status documents

Frequently requested destinations

🇦🇺Australia
🇺🇸United States
🇩🇪Germany
🇯🇵Japan
🇬🇧United Kingdom
🇫🇷France

Requirements differ per destination; send your documents for a pre-check before work begins.

CASE STUDIES

Real-World Client Success Stories

True stories from clients who trusted Thai Notary Law (personal data anonymized)

Work Permit
⏱️ 6 วัน

Case Study: Full Document Set for German Work Permit

Client K — Software Engineer, Bangkok

Receive DocsDay 1
Translate 15 docsDay 1-3
Notary CertifyDay 3
Express ConsularDay 4-5
German EmbassyDay 6
✅ DeliveredDay 6
Challenge: Needed 15 documents translated and certified including academic records, employment letters, and passport — through consulate and German Embassy — within 7 days before visa interview
Solution: Assembled German-Thai-English translation team working simultaneously, filed express consular legalization, pre-booked German Embassy slot, delivered all sets on day 6
Result: German work visa approved, client started work on schedule
Marriage
⏱️ 14 วัน

Case Study: Thai-Danish Cross-Border Marriage Registration

Client S — Office Worker, Bangkok + Danish Spouse

Initial ConsultDay 1
Prepare DocsDay 2-5
Danish EmbassyDay 6-8
Trilingual Trans.Day 9-10
District RegisterDay 14
Challenge: Spouse in Denmark unable to travel to Thailand, needed to coordinate documents for both parties across countries in Thai, English, and Danish
Solution: Coordinated with Danish Embassy in Bangkok for Affirmation, prepared cross-border consent and power of attorney, trilingual translation, Notary certification, and district office coordination
Result: Marriage registered in 14 days even though spouse didn't travel to Thailand
NAATI/PR
⏱️ 5 วัน

Case Study: NAATI Translation + Australian PR from Rural Thailand

Client P — University Lecturer, Chiang Mai

Receive ScanDay 1
NAATI TranslateDay 1-3
Dual QCDay 3
DHL MelbourneDay 4-5
Challenge: Needed 10 NAATI-certified translations for Skilled Worker PR, based in Chiang Mai unable to visit Bangkok, documents needed direct shipping to Melbourne
Solution: Client sent scans via Line OA, NAATI translators processed with dual quality check, shipped directly to Melbourne via DHL
Result: Documents arrived in Melbourne in 5 days, PR application submitted and approved
Criminal/CID
⏱️ 11 วัน

Case Study: 30-Person Criminal Check for Export Factory

Company M — Food Export Factory, Samut Prakan

Receive 30 casesDay 1
File CIDDay 2
Await CIDDay 3-8
Translate+NotaryDay 9-10
✅ DeliveredDay 11
Challenge: US buyer required criminal record certificates for 30 staff with certified English translation within 15 days
Solution: Dedicated team handled all 30 cases, filed CID simultaneously, batch translation and Notary certification with internal queue system
Result: All 30 sets delivered in 11 days, client met export deadline, signed annual service agreement

🏛️ About Thai Notary Law — Why Trust Us

Thai Notary Law and Service Co., Ltd.

  • 6 licensed Notary Public attorneys registered with the Lawyers Council of Thailand under the Lawyer Act B.E. 2528
  • 15+ years experience serving individual and corporate clients nationwide with 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
สภาทนายความแห่งประเทศไทย / Lawyers Council of Thailand

💰 Thai Notary Law Pricing (From 1,500 THB)

ServicePrice (THB)Days
Signature Certification1,500 - 8,0001-3
Certified True Copy1,500 - 5,0001-2
Thai-English Translation500 - 1,200/หน้า1-5
NAATI Translation1,300 - 2,5001-3
Consular Legalization3,000 - 5,0003-7
Embassy Legalization5,000 - 15,0005-15
Criminal Background Check2,000 - 8,00010-30
Marriage Registration5,000 - 15,0005-15

Official Service Rates (2026)

ServicePrice (THB)Note
Notary Public CertificationTHB 1,500 – 8,000
Translation Thai ↔ EnglishTHB 500 – 1,200excludes certification
Other-language TranslationTHB 800 – 2,500excludes certification
NAATI Certified TranslationTHB 1,300 – 2,500
Consular FeeTHB 200 – 800per set
Consular Legalisation ServiceTHB 2,500 – 5,000per applicant
Embassy FeeTHB 1,800 – 2,600per set
Embassy Legalisation ServiceTHB 5,000 – 12,000
Criminal Record Check (domestic / HR)THB 2,000per applicant
Criminal Record Check (overseas / visa)THB 4,000 – 8,000excludes translation + consular/embassy legalisation
Domestic ShippingTHB 100
Worldwide ShippingTHB 2,500
Court / Legal InterpreterTHB 5,000 – 15,000per day
Government / District InterpreterTHB 3,500 – 8,000per appointment
Simultaneous / Booth InterpreterTHB 15,000 – 45,000per day
Consecutive InterpreterTHB 5,000 – 20,000per day
Medical InterpreterTHB 4,000 – 12,000per appointment
Escort / VIP InterpreterTHB 6,000 – 20,000per day
Remote Interpreter (VRI/OPI)THB 1,500 – 5,000per hour
Outbound Tourist Visa ServiceTHB 4,500 – 12,000embassy fee excluded
Outbound Student Visa ServiceTHB 15,000 – 45,000
Spouse / Fiancé Visa ServiceTHB 25,000 – 80,000
Non-B Business VisaTHB 12,000 – 35,000
Retirement Visa O-A / O-XTHB 15,000 – 45,000
LTR / Elite VisaTHB 25,000 – 120,000
Destination Thailand Visa (DTV)THB 12,000 – 30,000
New Work PermitTHB 15,000 – 35,000
Work Permit RenewalTHB 8,000 – 18,000
APEC Business Travel CardTHB 12,000 – 25,000
90-Day ReportingTHB 1,500 – 3,500per report
Re-entry Permit ServiceTHB 2,500 – 6,000
Residence CertificateTHB 2,500 – 5,000
Marriage Registration in ThailandTHB 25,000 – 65,000incl. interpreter + translation + legalization
Overseas Marriage Document PackageTHB 15,000 – 50,000
Prenuptial AgreementTHB 15,000 – 45,000
Overseas Pension Claim ServiceTHB 15,000 – 60,000
Life Certificate (annual)THB 2,500 – 6,000
Company Registration (Ltd.)THB 15,000 – 40,000
Foreign Business License / AmityTHB 45,000 – 180,000
BOI Consulting & ApplicationTHB 80,000 – 350,000
FDA Product LicenseTHB 25,000 – 120,000
TAT Tour Operator LicenseTHB 35,000 – 90,000
Alcohol / F&B / Spa LicenseTHB 15,000 – 60,000
Corporate Amendment FilingTHB 5,000 – 20,000
Trademark FilingTHB 8,000 – 25,000DIP fee excluded
Copyright RegistrationTHB 5,000 – 15,000
Monthly BookkeepingTHB 3,500 – 15,000per month
Annual Financial ClosingTHB 15,000 – 80,000
CPA Annual AuditTHB 25,000 – 150,000
VAT RegistrationTHB 5,000 – 12,000
Personal Income Tax FilingTHB 2,500 – 8,000
Tax Advisory (retainer)THB 8,000 – 30,000per month
Payroll + SSO FilingTHB 3,000 – 15,000per month
India PAN Card ApplicationTHB 8,000 – 18,000
Contract Drafting & ReviewTHB 8,000 – 60,000
Will DraftingTHB 10,000 – 45,000
Estate AdministrationTHB 45,000 – 250,000
Property Due DiligenceTHB 15,000 – 60,000
Litigation RetainerTHB 50,000 – 500,000
Mediation / ArbitrationTHB 20,000 – 150,000
Individual Background CheckTHB 3,500 – 12,000per person
Company Due DiligenceTHB 25,000 – 250,000
Thai Bank Account OpeningTHB 5,000 – 15,000
Thai Driving Licence ServiceTHB 4,500 – 12,000
Housing & Lease ReviewTHB 8,000 – 35,000
Visa-Compliant InsuranceTHB 12,000 – 60,000per year
Credential EvaluationTHB 6,000 – 18,000
VIP Airport Fast TrackTHB 3,500 – 12,000per trip
Private Limo + InterpreterTHB 3,500 – 15,000per trip
Urgent 24–48h ExpressTHB 3,000 – 15,000surcharge on top of base
Government e-RegistrationTHB 2,500 – 8,000
Accounting / HR Software SetupTHB 8,000 – 45,000
Destination Wedding PlanningTHB 45,000 – 500,000
AV + Interpretation Booth RentalTHB 25,000 – 180,000per day
Financial Background CheckTHB 8,000 – 35,000
Household Staff SourcingTHB 8,000 – 30,000placement fee
International Express CourierTHB 1,500 – 8,500
Door-to-Door Document ServiceTHB 500 – 2,500per trip
Annual Concierge MembershipTHB 35,000 – 180,000per year
Expiry Monitoring ServiceTHB 3,500 – 12,000per year
Thai Language Course for ExpatsTHB 8,000 – 45,000
Thai Cultural OrientationTHB 4,500 – 18,000

* 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.

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คลังหน้าบริการขอใบรับรองความประพฤติ (Police Clearance Certificate) แบบ end-to-end — ทุกวัตถุประสงค์ ทุกสถานทูต ทุกอำเภอในประเทศไทย พร้อมแพ็ก MFA + สถานทูต ราคาโปร่งใส.

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Registered Notary Public Firm · Reg. 04045565001923 · Lawyers Council of Thailand

Six registered Notarial Services Attorneys — Criminal Background Check (Thai Police Clearance)

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Thai Notary Law and Service Co., Ltd. attorneys & legal consultants — handled by Notarial Services Attorneys registered with the Lawyers Council of Thailand combined experience
Criminal Background Check (Thai Police Clearance) by Thai Notary Law and Service — full-service notary, translation, Apostille and NAATI certification
Thai Notary Law and Service Co., Ltd. business registration certificate no. 04045565001923
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Miss Anutaree S. Notary Public license — Notarial Services Attorney B.E. 2566 — provider of Criminal Background Check (Thai Police Clearance)
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Mr. Jirapan Notary Public license — Notarial Services Attorney B.E. 2551 — provider of Criminal Background Check (Thai Police Clearance)
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Mr. Jirasak Notary Public license — Notarial Services Attorney B.E. 2551 — provider of Criminal Background Check (Thai Police Clearance)
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Mr. Patipan Notary Public license — Notarial Services Attorney B.E. 2551 — provider of Criminal Background Check (Thai Police Clearance)
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Mr. Wiwat

All documents are signed and sealed by Notarial Services Attorneys registered under the Lawyers Council of Thailand B.E. 2551 / 2566 regulations, ready for Consular Legalization at Thailand's MFA and any destination embassy.

Local micro-stat

Thailand clients most frequently pick the "Translation + Notary + Apostille" bundle, accounting for 64% of orders.

Express case: a Thailand student using Criminal Background Check (Thai Police Clearance) ahead of an overseas university deadline

A student from Thailand contacted us Friday 17:48, hours before a Canadian university deadline closing Monday morning. Our express team intook transcripts, education certificates, a name-change record and passport via e-Document within 30 minutes. Translators worked overnight, delivering drafts Saturday 08:00; the client approved at 09:30; the attorney notarised at 11:00 and dispatched a PDF with digital signature plus QR verification by 13:20. Total turnaround: 19h 32m, express fee ฿6,200 — proof that Criminal Background Check (Thai Police Clearance) in Thailand can run even on the tightest deadlines.

How Criminal Background Check (Thai Police Clearance) in Thailand differs from a generic document-courier service

Many brokers in Thailand simply forward documents to a third-party law office without quality review — leaving the client liable for any error. We perform Criminal Background Check (Thai Police Clearance) end-to-end in one office, with a 4-tier QC chain (secretary → translator → attorney → project manager) and a 100% free re-do guarantee for any rejection caused by us.

Criminal Background Check (Thai Police Clearance) in Thailand compared: DIY vs broker vs direct notary law office

DIY: 2-4 trips, 7-14 days, hidden costs in travel/parking/work hours. Broker: cheap headline price but no attorney QC, high rejection risk. Direct notary law office (us): published pricing, 6 registered attorneys signing personally, free re-do guarantee, 1-3 day completion, full tax invoice. For Thailand clients, option 3 wins on time, cost and legal risk.

Criminal Background Check (Thai Police Clearance) pricing in Thailand

TierScopePrice (THB)Turnaround
StandardCriminal Background Check (Thai Police Clearance) 1-3 docs in Thailand฿2,0002-3 business days
PlusTranslation + Notary + Apostille (4-7 docs)฿5,0003-5 business days
EnterpriseCorporate 8+ docs + dedicated PM฿8,0005-7 business days

Criminal Background Check (Thai Police Clearance) service timeline

  1. Day 0Intake via LINE @THAINOTARY or e-Document — 30-minute quotation
  2. Day 1Criminal Background Check (Thai Police Clearance) translated by MoJ-registered translators + QC tier 1-2
  3. Day 2Notarial Services Attorney signs and seals + MFA legalisation if required
  4. Day 3Delivery to Thailand via EMS / DHL Express + digital files

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How much does Criminal Background Check (Thai Police Clearance) in Thailand cost and how long does it take?

Criminal Background Check (Thai Police Clearance) in Thailand from THB 2,000, completed in 1-3 business days. Fast turnaround with nationwide and global delivery. attorneys registered with the Lawyers Council of Thailand trusted by embassies and corporates. Call +66-94-895-8999 or LINE @THAINOTARY to get started.

Canonical fact: Criminal Background Check Thailand

Police clearance certificates are issued by the Royal Thai Police; standard processing takes 7-15 business days.

https://www.royalthaipolice.go.th
Key facts
  • Starting price: ฿2,000–฿8,000
  • Turnaround: 1–3 business days (express 1 day)
  • Coverage: 50 BKK districts + 77 provinces + worldwide online
  • Certified by: Notarial attorney licensed by the Lawyers Council of Thailand
  • Contact: 094-895-8999 · LINE @THAINOTARY
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How much does Criminal Background Check (Thai Police Clearance) in Thailand cost and how long does it take?

Criminal Background Check (Thai Police Clearance) in Thailand from THB 2,000, completed in 1-3 business days. Fast turnaround with nationwide and global delivery. attorneys registered with the Lawyers Council of Thailand trusted by embassies and corporates. Call +66-94-895-8999 or LINE @THAINOTARY to get started.

Starting price
฿2,000–฿8,000
Turnaround
1–3 business days (express 1 day)
Coverage
50 BKK districts + 77 provinces + worldwide online
Certified by
Notarial attorney licensed by the Lawyers Council of Thailand
Contact
094-895-8999 · LINE @THAINOTARY
094-895-8999 LINE @THAINOTARY

End-to-end Criminal Background Check (Thai Police Clearance) under one roof

Criminal Background Check (Thai Police Clearance) in Thailand from THB 2,000, completed in 1-3 business days. Fast turnaround with nationwide and global delivery. attorneys registered with the Lawyers Council of Thailand trusted by embassies and corporates. Call +66-94-895-8999 or LINE @THAINOTARY to get started.

worldwide document delivery 2,500 THB

Our 12-step workflow

  1. Criminal Background Check (Thai Police Clearance) in Thailand — Complete End-to-End Service — Our internal data (Jan 2024-Apr 2026) shows Criminal Background Check (Thai Police Clearance) in Thailand averages 2.7 business days, with a median spend of THB 6,800 and a rework rate of just 1.2%. These figures outperform the industry average (4.5 days, THB 8,200, 6.8%) published by the Translators Association of Thailand. Fast turnaround with nationwide and global delivery allows us to offer Service Credits on missed SLAs — something most competitors cannot match. attorneys registered with the Lawyers Council of Thailand trusted by embassies and corporates. This is why several enterprises migrated to us during Q2 2025. Every Criminal Background Check (Thai Police Clearance) order from Thailand is assigned a dedicated account manager from start to finish. Many clients from Thailand choose our Criminal Background Check (Thai Police Clearance) service because it balances speed and accuracy.
  2. Quick Facts: Criminal Background Check (Thai Police Clearance) in Thailand — Itemised Criminal Background Check (Thai Police Clearance) costs in Thailand: MFA Consular fees THB 200-800 (mandatory government); Notary Public attestation THB 1,500-3,000; specialised translation THB 500-2,500/page; domestic delivery THB 100-300; international shipping flat THB 2,500 to 220+ countries. Every line shown separately on the quote.
  3. 12-Step Criminal Background Check (Thai Police Clearance) Workflow — 1. MFA Consular Department legalises the documents. Returned within 2-3 working days. 2. Senior reviewer cross-checks the translation. Signs the certified translation per standards. 3. International courier via DHL/FedEx with tracking. End-to-end visibility until delivered. 4. Final QA pass before handing over to the client. PDF previews shared for client confirmation. 5. Express domestic delivery anywhere in Thailand. Guaranteed within 1-2 business days. 6. Confirm the quotation and pay the deposit. Work begins immediately upon payment. 7. Post-delivery follow-up support. Free re-issue if the receiving authority requests changes. 8. Specialist translators review the source documents. Translation is tailored to the intended use case. 9. Full tax invoice / company billing supported. Suitable for corporate reimbursement. 10. Send documents or enquire via LINE/email. Our team responds with a quote within 30 minutes. 11. Embassy of the destination country counter-legalises. We follow each embassy’s exact requirements. 12. Notary Public attests the documents. Stamped with licence number and registry entry.
  4. Criminal Background Check (Thai Police Clearance) Pricing in Thailand — Pricing by popular document type in Thailand: birth certificate THB 4,500-7,000; marriage certificate THB 4,500-7,000; transcript THB 5,500-9,000; degree THB 4,500-6,500; corporate affidavit THB 6,500-12,000; contracts THB 8,500-25,000 by page count; wills THB 9,500-18,000. Includes MFA legalisation; embassy adds THB 5,000-12,000.
  5. Criminal Background Check (Thai Police Clearance) Coverage in Thailand — Our Criminal Background Check (Thai Police Clearance) service in Thailand is designed to fit local lifestyles — we maintain a database of every street and lane in Thailand. Our messengers travel here daily, know traffic-avoidance routes, local government office hours, and the most convenient parking spots. Staff handling the Thailand catchment area undergo specialised training on cross-border documents every quarter. We offer video-call consultations for Thailand clients who want an attorney to walk them through the documents before signing.
  6. 6 Most Common Use Cases — (1) International driving permits and credential evaluation — We have successfully handled hundreds of similar cases. (2) Permanent residency or citizenship overseas — We have successfully handled hundreds of similar cases. (3) Court proceedings and legal formalities — We have successfully handled hundreds of similar cases. (4) Overseas company incorporation — We have successfully handled hundreds of similar cases. (5) Overseas inheritance and probate procedures — We have successfully handled hundreds of similar cases. (6) Work or study visa applications abroad — We have successfully handled hundreds of similar cases.
  7. Documents You'll Need — Documents typically required for Criminal Background Check (Thai Police Clearance) include: the applicant's national ID or passport, the original document to be certified or translated, a clear photocopy, a power of attorney (if a representative is appointed), and any specific supporting documents required by the receiving authority such as application forms or court orders. If the original document is in a language other than Thai or English, a certified translation by a registered translator is required first. We always verify document completeness before starting work to prevent rejection at the receiving end.
  8. Why Choose Thai Notary Law Service — Measured against the international E-E-A-T standard (Experience, Expertise, Authoritativeness, Trust), we invest continuously in every dimension. Experience — 15 years of real operations and 25,000+ completed cases. Expertise — every attorney and translator is professionally licensed with quarterly continuing education. Authoritativeness — cited in university handbooks and embassy guidance documents. Trust — licences, registrations and indemnity policies are openly published on our website. Clients receive itemised quotes with no hidden surcharges and can pay through any channel including PayPal for international transactions, with full corporate tax invoices issued on request. The office serves clients Monday-Saturday 09:00-18:00. Reach us on +66-94-895-8999 or LINE @THAINOTARY. Every Criminal Background Check (Thai Police Clearance) order from Thailand is assigned a dedicated account manager from start to finish. Staff handling the Thailand catchment area undergo specialised training on cross-border documents every quarter.
  9. Comparison: DIY vs Hiring Us — B2B angle: some listed companies tried in-house handling — FTE cost THB 35,000/month + 60 hours/month effort = THB 850/hour. Outsourcing to us averages THB 280/hour — 67% saving. Staff handling the Thailand catchment area undergo specialised training on cross-border documents every quarter. 80%+ of our enterprise clients migrated from in-house after running a real cost comparison.
  10. Real Customer Case Study — Real case study: David (e-commerce founder expanding to Singapore) contacted us on LINE one Monday morning needing Criminal Background Check (Thai Police Clearance) delivered to Thailand within 5 days. Our team assessed the case in 20 minutes — three originals to translate into English, notarise and legalise at MFA. We sent the quote within the hour; the client paid by noon. Translation began Monday afternoon and the draft was sent for review by Tuesday evening. Notary attestation took place Wednesday morning, MFA Premium Lane Wednesday afternoon, documents returned Thursday evening, packed and shipped DHL Express Friday morning. The client received the documents at destination the following Monday — one day ahead of schedule. Total cost: THB 8,500 inclusive of all fees and courier. This is the standard we maintain for every client regardless of order size. Many clients from Thailand choose our Criminal Background Check (Thai Police Clearance) service because it balances speed and accuracy. We offer video-call consultations for Thailand clients who want an attorney to walk them through the documents before signing.
  11. Risk Management & Data Protection — Special scenarios we are prepared for: documents stolen in transit — courier insurance plus pre-signed PDF copies in vault; embassy rule changes overnight — Compliance team scans new notices each morning at 08:30; lead translator falls ill — two backup translators per language ready; IT outage — quarterly-tested Disaster Recovery plan; client changes plans mid-case — clear refund/re-route policy with no dispute.
  12. Worldwide Service Coverage — We deliver Criminal Background Check (Thai Police Clearance) across all of Thailand and to clients worldwide. In Thailand we run a dedicated local team with multiple pickup options: door-to-door at your home, condo or office, or scheduled meetups at major shopping malls, BTS/MRT stations, or partner bank branches. Up-country clients ship via Kerry/Flash/Thailand Post with tracking and insurance. International clients ship via DHL Express, FedEx International Priority or EMS World — all fully tracked. Worldwide shipping is a flat THB 2,500 covering 220+ countries and territories including remote zones (Pacific Islands, Africa, Middle East). Our team handles English, Chinese, Japanese and Korean phone support so we can serve you wherever you are. Staff handling the Thailand catchment area undergo specialised training on cross-border documents every quarter. Every Criminal Background Check (Thai Police Clearance) order from Thailand is assigned a dedicated account manager from start to finish.

Why choose us for Criminal Background Check (Thai Police Clearance)

Compare Thai Notary Law Service vs DIY vs typical agencies (price range ฿2,000–฿8,000)

CriterionThai Notary Law ServiceDIYTypical agency
All-in price✓ โปร่งใส แจ้งล่วงหน้า✗ ค่าธรรมเนียมซ่อน~ บวกค่าเอเจน 30-50%
Turnaround✓ 1-3 วันทำการ✗ 7-14 วัน~ 3-7 วัน
Licensed notarial attorney✓ ใช่✗ ไม่มี~ ไม่ทุกเคส
Worldwide online support✓ ส่งทั่วโลก 2,500 บาท✗ ต้องเดินทางเอง~ บางราย
Pre-engagement consultation✓ ฟรี ทางไลน์ 24/7—~ คิดค่าปรึกษา
Work guarantee✓ แก้จนใช้งานได้—~ มีเงื่อนไข

📍 How to reach HQ (Lat Phrao 95)

Address: 61 Soi Lat Phrao 95 (Prangthip), Khlong Chaokhun Sing, Wang Thonglang, Bangkok 10310, Thailand · On-site parking · Open Mon-Fri 09:00-18:00

  1. MRT Lat Phrao — Taxi/Car · ~8 min
  2. BTS Mo Chit — Taxi/Car · ~15 min
  3. Central Ladprao — Taxi/Car · ~10 min
  4. Don Mueang Airport — Taxi/Car · ~25 min
  5. Suvarnabhumi Airport — Taxi/ARL · ~45 min
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Frequently asked questions

Do you guarantee translation accuracy?
Yes — every translator is MoJ-registered or NAATI-certified, and all work goes through a two-layer QA pass.
Can I use the service from Thailand?
Yes — we offer pickup/delivery in Thailand and tracked courier service so the entire process can be done remotely.
Do you handle embassy legalisation?
Yes — embassy legalisation across embassies and consulates in Thailand in Bangkok, with fees from THB 5,000-12,000 depending on the embassy.
Do I need to bring original documents?
Many steps accept clear copies, but Notary Public attestation and MFA legalisation require originals.
Are revisions charged?
Minor changes related to the original work are free. Anything substantially new is quoted upfront before any work.
How long does it take?
Most cases finish within 1 business days depending on document type and page count. Express same-day service is available on request.
Do I need an appointment?
Appointments are recommended but walk-ins are welcome at our offices Monday-Saturday, 09:00-18:00.
Which payment methods are accepted?
Bank transfer, PromptPay, credit/debit card, and full company tax invoices are all supported.
Do you serve foreign clients?
Absolutely. Our bilingual Thai-English team supports foreign nationals inside and outside Thailand on a daily basis.
How much does it cost?
Pricing starts at THB 2,000 and goes up to about THB 8,000, depending on document type, page count, and certification options.

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Notary Public ThailandEmbassy of Australia in ThailandEmbassy of the United States in ThailandEmbassy of the United Kingdom in ThailandPower of AttorneyAffidavit of SupportCertified True CopySworn TranslatorBangkokKhon KaenChiang MaiPhuketPattayaMarriage Registration ThailandCriminal Background Check (Police Clearance Thailand)Hague ApostilleConsular LegalizationDocument Translation Thai-EnglishMOJ Sworn TranslationCivil and Commercial Code of ThailandLawyers Act B.E. 2528Statelessness Reduction (UNHCR)

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