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Do foreign applicants need to translate and legalize their qualifications when applying for work in Thailand?

Thai Work Visa Employment in Thailand Document Translation Legalization of Documents Foreigner Employment Process Job Application Requirements in Thailand

Oct 29, 2024

4 months ago

Doug *********

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An everything else question: When a foreigner applies for work in Thailand is it necessary, or perhaps preferable, to have qualifications and other documents (in English) translated into Thai and legalized? TIA

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When applying for work in Thailand, it is generally necessary for foreigners to have their qualifications and other relevant documents translated into Thai. These translations typically need to be certified by both the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Thailand and the appropriate embassy. However, specific requirements can vary based on the employer, who may provide guidance on the necessary steps.

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Jo **********

this is not up to you, but your employer. They will tell you what to do

4 months ago

Xjwhudkwhry ********

Yes, you'd need them translated and the translation would have to be certified by both ministry of foreign affairs here in Thailand and the embassy, whichight prove different because people at the embassy can't read what the Thai translation says lol, so you might have to do a little convincing)) but I've ever done it INSIDE the country.

4 months ago

Rod ********

Oh my

4 months ago

Jo **********

@Rod *******

I am not sure why he asking here and not his employer? this is extremely strange

4 months ago

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Jo **********

Marianne ********

@Tom *******

pleeeeeeenty of foreigners do though.

I would have Thai translated and English copies of all relevant documents you intend to send with job applications.

4 months ago

Doug *********

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@Marianne *******

Thank you, would you say certified translation is sufficient initially, or is legalization also recommended?

4 months ago

Divya **********

@Doug ********

It can be of benefit to get it legalized as well. But the legalised documents are valid for a period of 6 months or so. If you don't get a job offer or work permit during this validity period, you might have to get your documents legalised again. Might be different for other countries though, but at least in my country the legalised documents comes with an expiry period of 6 months.

4 months ago

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Divya **********

Tom ********

It's virtually impossible for a foreigner to legally work in Thailand with very few exceptions.

4 months ago

Doug *********

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@Tom *******

I would be working legally

4 months ago

Judy *******