Question 1

Does Thailand accept an FCDO apostille?

Accepted Answer

No. Thailand is not a Hague Convention member, so an apostille alone is insufficient. The Royal Thai Embassy attestation must also be obtained.

Question 2

I need documents for a Thai visa application — will this service work?

Accepted Answer

Yes. FCDO legalisation plus Royal Thai Embassy attestation is the correct process for UK documents submitted as part of Thai visa, retirement or property applications.

Question 3

Can the same document be used for multiple purposes in Thailand?

Accepted Answer

A single fully-attested document can generally be used for multiple purposes in Thailand, but some Thai authorities require original attested documents rather than certified copies. We recommend obtaining two original sets if you have multiple submissions.

Question 4

Do I need a Thai translation of the document?

Accepted Answer

The FCDO and Embassy legalisation steps work on the original English document. Whether a Thai translation is additionally required depends on your recipient — we can advise on this.

Question 5

How soon should I apply before a Thai visa application deadline?

Accepted Answer

We recommend applying at least 3–4 weeks in advance to allow for the processing window and any unexpected delays.

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