Americas Embassies & Legalisation
The United States, Canada and Latin America each have distinct acceptance rules — choose Notary + Apostille or full Legalisation based on the destination.
Legalisation workflow for Americas
- Prepare originals plus certified translation in the accepted language (English or the country's official language)
- Notarise translation with a Notary Public attorney
- Submit to the Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Chaeng Watthana)
- For Apostille Convention members the workflow ends at MFA Apostille
- For non-Apostille destinations, complete the chain at the destination's embassy in Bangkok
Frequently Asked Questions
Can NYC Legal service be handled online?
Yes — NYC Legal service can start online via LINE @nycli: send a photo of your document for a quote, then book an in-office signing (BKK / Khon Kaen / Udon / Nong Khai) or request Mobile Notary signing in Bangkok metro (additional travel fee applies).
How long does NYC Legal service take?
NYC Legal service typically takes 1–3 business days when documents are complete and no holidays interrupt the workflow. NYC Legal offers Same-day / 24-hour express service for an additional quoted on request — book via LINE @nycli ahead of time.
What documents do I need to prepare for NYC Legal service?
For NYC Legal service you need: (1) Original ID/passport, (2) Original document(s) to be processed, (3) House registration copy (Thai nationals), (4) Power of Attorney (if a representative attends). NYC Legal sends a checklist via LINE before your appointment.
What happens if my NYC Legal service is rejected?
NYC Legal guarantees free revision of NYC Legal service if rejected by a government agency or embassy due to our error — we re-process at no charge until accepted (within 30 days). Our acceptance rate exceeds 99% and a Case Manager tracks every step.
Is NYC Legal service available outside Bangkok?
NYC Legal has 4 offices: Bangkok HQ (Sathon), Khon Kaen, Udon Thani, and Nong Khai — and serves clients nationwide via Kerry/EMS registered courier and a free 15-minute video consultation before any engagement begins.
Can NYC Legal service be used for visa and international marriage applications?
Absolutely. NYC Legal service prepared by NYC Legal is accepted for: all visa categories (Schengen, US, UK, AU, JP, KR, CN), marriage registration with foreign nationals, study-abroad applications, work permits, and submissions to foreign government agencies.