How do I obtain a criminal check and notarized degree for teaching in Thailand while living abroad?

Mar 21, 2024
8 months ago
KJ ********
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Hi, I have another question! I have a job offer for English teaching in Thailand now :D. I need to bring a criminal check paper and a notarized copy of my degree. How do I get the criminal check document considering I'm American but currently living abroad in Iceland? Do I go to the American embassy here?

Also, what does a notarized copy of a degree mean? Is it just an official, unopened transcript from my university (which is also in America)?
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The user seeks guidance on obtaining a criminal check document as an American living in Iceland, required for a teaching position in Thailand. They also clarify what a notarized copy of their degree entails, questioning whether an official unopened transcript is sufficient.
Frank **********
You want to be a teacher and don't know what a notarized copy of your degree means. Give me a break. Geezz
KJ ********
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@Frank *********
LOL yeah I wanted to know where to get it notarized, not what the word meant
John ******
@KJ *******
you go to a notary show your diploma and that is it.he provides a paper that you finished your study and are a qualified .....teacher.lawyer etc
KJ ********
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@John *****
Can I do that in Iceland, or does it need to be in the US?
Frank **********
@KJ *******
okay, but it wasn't phrased right.
Keith *******
@Frank *********
no question is stupid, only some answers are ๐Ÿ˜˜
Frank **********
@Keith ******
I tend to disagree because I have seen some good ones.
Luigi ***********
You must legalize your degree at your Embassy.

And Criminal Records from your Embassy.
KJ ********
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@Luigi **********
Do I get an official transcript sent to me and then take it to the embassy? Does it have to be sealed or just a hardcopy?
Mel ******
Online request with fbi
KJ ********
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@Mel *****
Is it the thing called identity history summary check?
Mel ******
@KJ *******
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