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What are the requirements and costs for translating a marriage affidavit in Thailand?

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Hi, this is in the everything else category.

I'm getting married here in a couple weeks. I have the notarized affidavit from my embassy and need to get it translated. The first place I checked said they were a "certified translator" and I guess that is a lower level qualification. What level of qualification is required. Also what's the going rate? I was quoted 1500 per page which seems steep. I have only one page (really only 1/2 page) and I'm thinking it would take no more than 30 minutes, so was a little surprised at the price.

Lastly can anyone recommend a translator?

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The post discusses the need for translating a notarized affidavit in preparation for marriage in Thailand. The user is seeking information about the required qualifications for translators, the going rate for translation services, and recommendations for reliable translators. Various comments provide insights, with some sharing personal experiences of translation, costs ranging from 1500 Baht to government office fees, and the possibility of self-translation. Recommendations for specific translation services and tips for ensuring the accuracy of translated documents are also mentioned.
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Anyone can translate it, theres no level. 1500bt is a good price. That's what I paid including the MOFA stamp. All done in 1 hour 👍
David *********
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If you think 1500 is too expensive then I think you can't afford to get married
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Your country of passport? Your location?
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I just came back from BKK to the U.S. Last month, I went to BKK to register my marriage. We have been married for over 30 yrs. I had to translate all of my documentations to Thai. My friend found out for me that we could translate it ourselves and she was right. My friend translated everything to Thai and we went to Central World (6 floor) to submit. We had to make some corrections. They circled what we need to correct and told us what words to use. So, I did not spend anything. I originally talked to someone at the Best Translation. You can e mail them at mybesttranslation.th@gmail. com or call them at 02-102-0563 or 02-102-0564. Cell phone at 098-246-4108. I did not endorse them because I did not use them. I gave you the contact number if you don’t know anybody. I think they were going to charge me 6000 baht because I have a lot of pages (11 pages)to translate. They will charge you per page. I assume you have less pages than mine. Good luck.
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Go to minstry of foreign affairs in laksi Bangkok if you take regular speed it's about 400 baht for translate another 400 for the stamp if you choose express it's about 1000. Don't forget to book an appointment before you go
Michael ********
Michael ********
I used these guys they were very good. Got to make sure get your name exactly right or can affect any future documentation. Few years now no idea of cost

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