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What is the process for legalizing documents at the Legalization Division of the Department of Consular Affairs in Thailand?

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May 17, 2023

3 years ago

Dirk **************

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Does anybody have experience with the Legalization Division Department of Consular Affairs Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Chaeng Watthana Road? I need some translations legalized and while they have an online reservation system, the U.S. embassy states that they also accept walk ins.

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Many users have shared their experiences with the Legalization Division at the Department of Consular Affairs on Chaeng Watthana Road. It is advised to go early if attempting a walk-in, but recent updates indicate that only those with online reservations will be serviced, leading to frustrations for those unaware of this requirement.

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Dirk **************

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Update: No online appointment = no service. Do not waste your time to come here as a walk-in. Many frustrated foreigners as they were not aware of the online booking requirement and there is no information on the Website of the MFA.

3 years ago

Andy *******

@Dirk *************

they went from all walk-ins, then am walk-ins, now appt. only. TIT

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Nick ************

Sounds like a place to avoid more fervently than the plague.

3 years ago

Alistair **********

I've been to Cheang Wattana office and it's busy, if you can get an appointment, it's probably a good idea. If you're in the city there's a legalisation office at MRT Khlong Toei.

3 years ago

Andy *******

Yes, go early for walk-in

3 years ago

Dirk **************

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@Andy *********

did not work :(

3 years ago

Andy *******

@Dirk *************

things change quickly & constantly

3 years ago

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Dirk **************

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@Andy *********

thanks 🙂

3 years ago

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