A practical guide to what our office handles and how to know which service you need
Aphiwat Bualoi, Attorney at Law | aphiwatlaw.com
Most people know they need something, just not exactly what
When people contact us they usually say one of two things. Either: I need a document notarized and I am not sure what that involves. Or: someone told me to get this certified and I need to find out how.
Both are fine starting points. Below is a breakdown of the notarial services we handle regularly, organized by the situation you might be in.
You need to prove who you are
Identity authentication
We can verify and certify your passport, national ID, or other identity documents. This is often required by banks, employers, government offices, or foreign institutions that need to confirm you are who you say you are.
You need to use a document in another country
Certification and legalization of documents
If you have a Thai document that needs to be accepted abroad, or a foreign document that needs to be used in Thailand, we can certify it. This may also involve legalization through a government office or embassy depending on the destination country.
Apostille consulting
If the country you are dealing with is part of the Hague Convention, your document may need an Apostille stamp. We advise on whether this applies and handle the process with the relevant Thai authorities.
Notarization of translations
If a translated document needs to be officially certified, we can notarize the translation so it carries legal weight in the receiving country or institution.
You need to sign something but cannot be there in person
Power of Attorney
If you need to give someone else legal authority to act on your behalf, we prepare and authenticate the Power of Attorney. This is commonly used for property transactions, bank matters, and legal proceedings in another country.
Signature witnessing
We witness signatures on contracts, agreements, declarations, and other legal documents. The witnessed signature is then certified by our office.
You need to confirm something is true
Affidavit administration
An affidavit is a written statement confirmed under oath. We help you prepare and administer affidavits that are accepted in courts and professional settings locally and internationally.
Proof of life for pension purposes
If you receive a pension from abroad and your provider requires an annual life certificate, we can prepare and certify this document. You come to the office, we verify your identity, and issue the certificate the same visit.
You need help with business documents
Company and corporate documents
We handle business verification, company registration documents, articles of association, memorandums of association, shareholders agreements, and corporate document processing.
You need help with property
Property transactions
We witness and certify contracts for the purchase and sale of land and property, and handle related documentation for property transactions involving foreign buyers or sellers.
You need documents for education or employment
Education certificate authentication
Foreign degrees and professional certificates often need to be authenticated before Thai employers, universities, or government offices will accept them. We handle this regularly for work permit and teaching license applications.
Not sure which one you need?
Just tell us what you are trying to do and we will tell you what is needed. Most people do not know the exact name of the service before they call. That is fine. We ask the right questions.
If you need notarial services in Chiang Mai and want someone who speaks English and handles everything properly, contact Aphiwat Bualoi Law Office. First consultation is free.
Tel: 064-932-1365 | info@aphiwatlaw.com | aphiwatlaw.com
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