notary in bangkok
What is a Notary Public?
A notary public is generally an official the government recognizes to authenticate a person’s signature, a statement of an individual under oath, a title deed, or validation of particular documents.
A notary public is recognized internationally, whether in Europe, the U.S., or Southeast Asia. Notarizing documents is essential to prove their authenticity, and a notarized document serves as valid proof of evidence that may be needed in court.
Why Would You Need a Notary Public Stamp?
If you are a Thai resident and need to use certain documents overseas for business purposes or other motivations, your destination will need proof that your documents are authentic.
A notary public is required in such instances to validate the accuracy and authenticity of documents. Such notarization effectively prevents fraudulent persons from submitting unauthenticated documents. The Thailand notary or notary public also serves as a witness, attesting to the validity of documents and ensuring the individual signing them is qualified to do so.
Particular documents are not binding or enforceable before being notarized.
frequently notarized documents are:
- International contracts and agreements
- Power of Attorney
- Copy of documents as true copies
- Certificates (Birth, Marriage and Death)
- Copy of passport or ID card
- Educational degree or certificate
- Criminal Record certificate
- Proof of Address or Domicile in Thailand
- Documents needed to open a bank account
- Documents needed to buy, sell or transfer a property
- Property documents for use abroad
- Legal documents for use in Thailand and abroad
- Translated documents
- Affidavit
- Bank documents and letters
- Business documents such as Company resolutions, minutes, contracts, and reports
