Authentication chain for Passport Copy Certification bound for France
France is a member of the Hague Apostille Convention — therefore Passport Copy Certification must pass through: Notary Public → MFA Thailand → Apostille (for France).
Once the MFA issues an Apostille, France accepts it directly — no further embassy step required, saving 1-2 weeks and embassy fees.
Our team refreshes France requirements quarterly to avoid bounce-back on format changes.
About Passport Copy Certification
Certified copy of passport, accepted globally for KYC and visa.
Common reasons clients prepare Passport Copy Certification for France: KYC ธนาคารต่างประเทศ · สมัครงานต่างประเทศ · Visa application packet.
Source documents to bring: พาสปอร์ตเล่มจริง.
Total cost and timeline
Notary Public: quoted on request — turnaround 15–30 นาที.
MFA Consular Affairs (Chaengwattana): quoted on request per stamp (standard) or quoted on request (express) — 2-3 business days (1-day express available).
Apostille included with the MFA step — no embassy fees.
Total ~5-7 business days · Express ~2-3 days.
Document checklist
- Original Passport Copy Certification (or copy to be certified)
- Signer's Thai ID / passport
- State Apostille as the destination
- Power of attorney (if our runner files on your behalf)
- Certified translation (if the destination requires local language)
FAQ
Will my Passport Copy Certification be accepted in France?
Yes — after the Apostille, France accepts it directly with no extra embassy step.
Total turnaround?
5-7 business days · express in 2-3 days.
Total cost?
Notary quoted on request + MFA quoted on request per stamp (standard) or quoted on request (express) (includes Apostille).
Does an Apostille expire?
The Apostille itself does not expire, but many receiving authorities want documents dated within 3-6 months — verify with the recipient.