Authentication chain for Passport Copy Certification bound for Laos
Laos is not (yet) a Hague Apostille member — therefore Passport Copy Certification must pass through: Notary Public → MFA Thailand → Laos Embassy.
After MFA Thailand, the Laos Embassy in Bangkok must add their consular stamp before the document is usable abroad.
Our team refreshes Laos 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 Laos: 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).
Laos Embassy: fees and queue vary, typically 3-10 business days.
Total ~8-14 business days · Express ~4-6 days.
Document checklist
- Original Passport Copy Certification (or copy to be certified)
- Signer's Thai ID / passport
- Laos Embassy appointment slip (if any)
- 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 Laos?
Yes — provided the full chain (Notary → MFA → Laos Embassy) is completed. We handle each step.
Total turnaround?
8-14 business days · express in 4-6 days.
Total cost?
Notary quoted on request + MFA quoted on request per stamp (standard) or quoted on request (express) + Laos Embassy fee.
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.