Why French citizens need a Thai Notary Public for "Certificate of Authority / Signing Authority"
Notarial confirmation of corporate signing authority for foreign counterparties, banks, and registrars.
Common French use cases: ลงนามสัญญา M&A / Joint Venture กับคู่สัญญาต่างชาติ · เปิดบัญชี Corporate ธนาคารต่างประเทศ · จดทะเบียนสาขา/บริษัทย่อยในต่างประเทศ
France accepts Thai documents that complete the Notary + MFA + Embassy chain.
Documents to prepare (French clients)
• หนังสือรับรองบริษัท ไม่เกิน 30 วัน • หนังสือบริคณห์สนธิ • พาสปอร์ตกรรมการ
• Your French passport (original + 2 copies) — we pre-screen for free to avoid rejection in France.
Full chain for use in France
1) Notary Public certification (1–2 ชั่วโมง)
2) French translation by MFA-listed translator
3) MFA Consular Department (2–3 business days)
4) France Embassy in Bangkok final legalisation
Total cost estimate: Notary THB 2,500–5,000 + translation + MFA + France Embassy fees.
Visa / status commonly held by French clients
Most French clients hold: Retirement (O-A) · Marriage (O) · LTR-Wealthy · DTV
We bundle visa support, notarisation, and property/investment paperwork in one workflow.
FX / repatriation — French context
EUR → THB via BNP Paribas / Crédit Agricole; France-Thailand 1974 DTT in force
FAQ
Are Thai Notary Public documents recognised in France?
Yes — once the Notary + MFA + France Embassy chain is complete, the document carries the same legal force as an original in France.
Do I always need a French translation?
Usually yes — except when the document is already in English and France accepts English. We confirm before starting.
Can French clients abroad use this service?
Yes — appoint a representative in Thailand or ship documents by international courier; we manage everything and ship back.
Total cost estimate?
Notary THB 2,500–5,000 + French translation quoted on request + MFA THB 200 per stamp (standard) or THB 400 (express) + France Embassy fees.
Timeline?
Standard 5–10 business days; express in 1–3 days available.






