Hague Apostille · Thailand 2026 · APOST-CA-008
Apostille — Company Affidavit (DBD)
Thai company affidavit from DBD with Hague Apostille for cross-border transactions
Mon–Sat 09:00–18:00 · Asia/Bangkok
Thailand becomes a full party to the Hague Apostille Convention 1961 effective 14 February 2026 — a single Apostille stamp is then all it takes for documents to be accepted in 125+ member states, replacing embassy-by-embassy legalisation. This page is our Apostille — Company Affidavit (DBD) service by NYC Legal & Notary Services — THB 4,500–7,500 all-in, 7–14 business days. We cover every stage: source-document prep, certified translation, MFA filing, Apostille stamping, and worldwide courier delivery. Accepted in 125+ Hague Convention member states.
What you get
- ✓Original document bearing the Apostille stamp from the Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs
- ✓Certified translation (English or destination language) attached to every set
- ✓High-resolution colour PDF scan emailed before physical shipping
- ✓Real-time progress updates via LINE
- ✓100% acceptance guarantee — free correction and re-filing on any format-based rejection
- ✓DHL Express delivery to 125 countries · EMS tracked delivery within Thailand
Where Apostille — Company Affidavit (DBD) is used
Most common client contexts: Foreign branch registration · Offshore bank account opening · Cross-border M&A · International contracts.
Frequent destination countries: Singapore, Hong Kong, Germany, Netherlands, UAE, Japan — all Hague members, so a single Apostille is enough.
This document does not require notarisation — it goes directly to MFA after certified translation.
Accepted by: Government agencies in Hague Apostille Convention member states · Foreign embassies and consulates · Overseas courts and judicial authorities · Foreign universities and academic institutions.
Process
1. Send source documents
Send scans via LINE @NYCLI or email nyclegal@ilc.ltd for assessment; then courier the physical original by EMS or hand-delivery.
2. Receive quote and timeline
Fixed all-in quote + processing timeline + destination validation within 1h during office hours.
3. Certified translation (if needed)
Translation into the destination language and certification to MFA format.
4. MFA filing + Apostille stamp
Filed at the Department of Consular Affairs and stamped with the Hague Apostille (7–14 business days).
5. QA and delivery
Stamp verification, colour PDF scan, DHL Express dispatch worldwide, tracking number issued immediately.
AAAAA (A5) Apostille-grade quality standard
Every set passes two review layers before MFA filing: (1) certified translator proofreads, (2) head of legal verifies alignment with the latest MFA format guidelines.
Our team is fully prepared for the format shift following Thailand's Hague Apostille entry (14 Feb 2026) — workflows updated ahead of the effective date.
All-inclusive pricing: MFA fee + certified translation + shipping + insurance. No hidden charges.
100% acceptance guarantee — if the destination authority rejects for Apostille-format reasons, we redo the entire set at no cost.
FAQ
What is an Apostille?
An Apostille is a single-stamp legalisation defined by the Hague Convention 1961. It replaces the traditional two-step embassy chain. Thailand joins the regime effective 14 February 2026, and 125+ member states accept the same certificate.
What if my document is rejected at destination?
We correct and re-submit at no charge — 100% acceptance guarantee covering both format fixes and full re-filing.
Which countries accept an Apostille?
The most common destinations we ship this document to: Singapore, Hong Kong, Germany, Netherlands, UAE. All 125 Hague member states accept the same certificate.
Does an Apostille expire?
The Apostille stamp itself never expires, but the underlying source document (e.g. police clearance) may have a 3–6 month acceptance window at the destination.
Can I use this service from outside Bangkok?
Yes — courier scans or originals to our office; we process and return via DHL/EMS. Coverage: all 77 Thai provinces and 125 destination countries.
When did Thailand join the Hague Apostille Convention?
Thailand deposited its instrument of accession on 15 November 2025 and the Convention enters into force for Thailand on 14 February 2026.
Do I need to come in person?
No. Our team handles every step for you. Send documents via LINE @NYCLI or EMS to our office. We return the finished set via DHL/EMS worldwide.
What if the destination country is NOT a Hague member?
The old MFA + destination-embassy chain still applies. NYC Legal handles both regimes end-to-end — tell us the destination and we route correctly.