For documents to be used abroad, and for foreigners who need to sign documents in Thailand.
In Short
RPN Legal Office in Hat Yai provides notarial services through a lawyer registered as a Notarial Services Attorney with the Lawyers Council of Thailand: signature certification, certified true copies, and notarized powers of attorney for use abroad. We also tell you whether further legalization by the Department of Consular Affairs or an embassy is needed.
Thailand has no civil-law notary system like in Europe. Signatures and documents are certified by a Notarial Services Attorney, a lawyer registered with the Lawyers Council of Thailand for this purpose.
Receiving authorities differ by country. Some accept the lawyer's certification as it is; others need further legalization by the Department of Consular Affairs, which has an office in Songkhla, and by an embassy. We check the destination's requirements before your appointment so nothing has to be redone.
What Can We Certify?
Notarial Services
Signature CertificationSignature Certification
You sign in front of the lawyer and show your passport or ID; the lawyer issues a certificate attached to the document.
Certified True CopyCertified True Copies
Certification that a copy matches the original you present, such as a passport, degree certificate, or company document.
Power of AttorneyPower of Attorney
Drafting and certifying powers of attorney, for use in Thailand or to send abroad.
Corporate DocumentsCompany Documents
Certifying directors' signatures on company certificates, resolutions and other documents required by foreign authorities.
Legalization GuidanceLegalization Guidance
We tell you how many further steps, consular or embassy, your destination country requires.
TranslationTranslation Coordination
Coordinating Thai-English translation where the receiving authority needs one.
How Does Notarization Work?
Four Steps
01
Send Documents & Requirements
Send the document and the receiving authority's requirements by WhatsApp, LINE or email.
02
Format Check
We confirm the type of certification required and quote the fee before booking.
03
Sign in Person
Come to our office with your original ID and sign in front of the lawyer.
04
Collect & Next Steps
Collect your certified document, with guidance if consular or embassy legalization is needed.
When Do You Need a Notary in Thailand?
Common reasons clients in Hat Yai and Songkhla come to us:
Giving a relative or lawyer abroad power of attorney over property, accounts or a court case
A foreign bank, university or government office asks for certified copies
A company must send director-signed documents to partners or authorities abroad
A foreigner living in Thailand must sign documents for authorities at home
Supporting documents for a marriage, inheritance or court case abroad
If the document is part of something bigger, such as a will or marriage registration, the same team can take it further.
Frequently Asked Questions
Notary FAQ
Is there a notary public in Thailand?
Thailand has no civil-law notary like in Europe. Signature and document certification is done by lawyers registered with the Lawyers Council of Thailand as Notarial Services Attorneys.
Do I have to sign in person?
Yes. You must sign in front of the certifying lawyer and show original identification, such as your passport. Documents already signed elsewhere cannot be certified afterwards.
Will a foreign authority accept a Thai notarized document?
It depends on the country and the authority. Some accept it directly; others require further legalization by the Department of Consular Affairs and the destination country's embassy. Send us the requirements and we will tell you how many steps are needed.
Can documents be legalized in Songkhla, or do I need to go to Bangkok?
The Department of Consular Affairs has an office in Songkhla that provides document legalization, so most documents do not need a trip to Bangkok. The embassy step depends on whether your destination country has a consulate in the area.
What is the difference between a certified copy and a signature certification?
A certified copy confirms that a copy matches the original shown. A signature certification confirms that the signer is who they claim to be and signed in front of the lawyer. The receiving authority will specify which it needs.
How much does notarization cost?
It depends on the number of documents and the type of certification. We quote a clear figure before your appointment. Consular, embassy and translation fees are separate and charged at cost.
Send us the document and the receiving authority's requirements via WhatsApp or LINE. We will confirm the right certification and book your signing appointment.
