Hi folks, I am a UK Citizen and have lived in Bangkok for over a year. I am having a lot of trouble getting my 'DWP Proof of Life certificate' signed.
So far I have tried the police station, my bank, my pharmacist and even the Tax Office where I pay my taxes, but no one wants to sign it for me.
It doesn't help that it is written in English and the people I have asked are unable to read it.
I have translated it to Thai via Google App Translator, but that does not seem to have helped any.
They have all told me that they are afraid to sign it in case they get into trouble.
It would really be helpful if we could just take it to the British Embassy, but I have heard that they would not sign it for me.
Any assistance or advice anyone could give me would truly be appreciated
TLDR : Answer Summary
A UK citizen living in Bangkok is struggling to find someone to sign their DWP Proof of Life certificate, facing language barriers and reluctance from local officials. Suggestions from the community include seeking a notary, hiring a lawyer familiar with such documents, or trying various medical professionals who might be more open to signing. It's noted that the British Embassy typically does not assist with this, and multiple users have shared their personal experiences, including getting the document signed by a local GP or on visits to other towns.