Thai police clearance certificate for use overseas — FAQ

The Criminal Records Division of the Royal Thai Police in Bangkok issues the certificate. Provincial police stations can assist with fingerprinting, but the certificate itself is issued centrally.

Thai ID card, house registration, passport (if the certificate is for overseas use), fingerprint form, and supporting evidence of the purpose such as a visa or job offer letter. A power of attorney and the representative's ID are needed if someone applies for you.

Passport with the Thai entry stamp or visa, proof of stay in Thailand (work permit, lease, immigration record), fingerprint form taken at a police station or an accepted authority abroad, and evidence of the purpose of the request.

Yes. Fingerprints are taken at a local police authority or Thai embassy abroad and sent to Thailand with an authorised representative's power of attorney. The exact acceptance rules depend on the office receiving the prints.

Processing is typically a few weeks after the file is accepted, and longer where the applicant has records to verify. Times are decided by the police and cannot be guaranteed by a service provider.

Usually yes. Most destination countries require a certified English translation, legalization by the Department of Consular Affairs, and then attestation at their embassy in Bangkok.

The certificate has no legal expiry, but most immigration authorities accept it only if issued within three to six months. Check the destination requirement before ordering translation.

Fees depend on the document type, language pair, number of legalization steps and urgency. Request a written quotation by LINE, phone or email.