Thai Police Clearance Certificate for Thais

If you're a Thai national planning to travel, study, or work abroad, you may need to first obtain a Thai Police Clearance Certificate. This official document will prove that you have a clean criminal record in your home country, which is mandatory for many visa applications around the world. You might also need one for a local job application or other official purpose.

On this page, we'll explain what a Police Clearance Certificate in Thailand is, when it's needed, and how you can apply for one whether you're in Thailand or abroad.

What is the Police Clearance Certificate in Thailand?

A Thai Police Clearance Certificate, issued by the Royal Thai Police, confirms if an individual has a criminal record or legal issues under Thai law. It’s usually valid for 8 to 12 months and is accepted both in Thailand and internationally.

Thais often need this certificate when applying for jobs abroad, pursuing further education, or submitting visa applications to other countries.

When is the Police Clearance Certificate required?

A Thai Police Clearance Certificate is often required for official purposes such as when applying for visas or residency at immigration offices of other foreign countries. Common situations where this certificate is needed include:

• Visa or Residency Applications: Many countries ask for a Police Clearance Certificate to confirm the applicant has followed local laws in their previous place of residence and poses no risk to the new country’s residents.
• Overseas Employment: Most companies require a Police Clearance Certificate to verify that international employees have a good record and won’t be a risk to their staff or reputation.
• University or Educational Institution Applications: Some schools and universities request a Police Clearance Certificate to confirm that international students or staff don’t pose any risk to others on campus.
• Adoption Procedures: Adoption agencies often require a Police Clearance Certificate to make sure prospective parents are suitable and able to provide a safe home for the child.

Thai Police Clearance Certificate Requirements

To apply for a Thai Police Clearance Certificate, you’ll need to meet specific requirements and submit the following documents:

• Current passport
• Thai ID Card
• Meet ONE of the following conditions:
  • Be living in Thailand
  • Be living in a country with a Thai Embassy, Consulate, or diplomatic mission
• 2 photographs (2 inches x 2 inches)
• Photocopy of House Registration
• A photocopy of a Marriage Certificate or Divorce Certificate (if applicable)
• A photocopy of name or surname change certificate (in case of name or surname change)
• A photocopy of your Military Service Document (if applicable):
  • Sor Dor 8 or Sor Dor 43 or the certificate of completion of a 3-year or 5-year reserve officer training course, either of which is needed for Thai males over the age of 20
  • Sor Dor 9 for applicants between the ages of 17 and 19

Thai Police Clearance Certificate Services

If you are planning to go overseas and need a Thai Police Clearance Certificate to obtain a foreign visa from Thailand, retain the services of Siam Legal International. We are a full-service law firm and visa consultancy based in Thailand with over 20 years of experience in aiding both local and foreign clients to enter foreign countries swiftly and legally.

With us by your side, you will receive aid in gathering all the necessary documents and receive expedited processing of your Thai Police Clearance Certificate. This means that your chances of obtaining one will be maximized and you will get it in your hands without delay, preventing disruptions to your future plans.

Thai Police Clearance Certificate Application Process

The process of obtaining a Thai Police Clearance Certificate is intricate and time-consuming, but our services make everything swift and smooth.

Siam Legal’s Police Clearance Certificate Application Services:

1. Mail all the required documents to our head office in Bangkok. We can help you gather and prepare them in person at our office or over the phone.
2. Our representative will submit the application to the Royal Thai Police. The processing time is 5 business days not including the time it took for the mailed documents to arrive.
3. After the issuance of the Police Clearance Certificate, you will receive a scanned copy of it and have the original document mailed to you through a courier or registered mail.

With our end-to-end services, you will also enjoy:

• Expedited processing for the Police Clearance Certificate application
• 24/7 Client support
• Rush mailing of your certificate to you

To start the next chapter of your life abroad smoothly without delay, contact Siam Legal.

Service Fee

Here are the prices for our all-inclusive Thai Police Clearance Certificate Services. All payments include 7% VAT and government fees, so you only need to pay once and forget about it.

Frequently Asked Questions About the Thailand Police Clearance Certificate

When do I need a Thailand Police Clearance Certificate?

Normally, you will need to obtain a Thai Police Clearance Certificate when you apply for a visa or residency in a foreign country, seek employment or further education abroad, and when you adopt a child. Be sure to check with the authority requesting the Certificate if background checks from other countries you have lived in are required.

Is there an eligibility requirement for a Thailand Police Clearance Certificate?

To be eligible for a Thai Police Clearance Certificate, you must either be living in Thailand or in a country with a Thai Embassy, Consulate, or diplomatic mission. There are no other eligibility requirements.

How can I apply for a Thailand Police Clearance Certificate after I’ve changed my name?

If you’ve changed your name or surname in the past, all you will need to provide along with the rest of the required documents is a photocopy of your name or surname change certificate to apply for a Thai Police Clearance Certificate.

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