What is the process of obtaining a Thai police check for work in the UK?

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Nov 12, 2023

a year ago

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Hi, I'm currently living in CM but returning to the UK next month and will need to get a thai police check for work purposes in the UK. Does anyone have experience of the process, could advise? Thanks.

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The post seeks information on how to obtain a Thai police check for work purposes in the UK. Community responses provide a link to the police check application site, suggest that the application can be emailed, and mention obtaining a UK DBS online as an alternative. Some users share personal experiences related to their background checks.

Ian ********

I did mine on line I got loads of shit on my UK record but it come back with no crimes ever 🤣🤣🤣 it's shit

a year ago

Donna ******

Can’t you just apply for a dbs online?

a year ago

Donna ******

@Jay *******

oh right! 🙈

a year ago

Jay ********

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@Donna *****

DBS only covers UK, I need the check for time spent in Thailand

a year ago

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Phil ******

@Jay *******

agree with

@Stuart ********

. I do believe a link can be emailed to you so you can receive no matter where you are.

a year ago

Phil ******

@Jay *******

i really don't know about the UK . If you need a police clearance follow this process and oh btw I didn't know it cant be emailed to you but posted instead.

So don't leave it to the last moment but follow this process

"Application Process (For applicants residing abroad) 1. Complete the Application Form, Testimony Memorandum Form and Fingerprints Form2. Complete the Supporting Documents and Self-addressed envelope3. Pay the Processing Fee 4. Post (1 & 2) directly to the Police Clearance Service CenterRoyal Thai Police, Building 6, Rama 1 Road, Pathumwan, Bangkok

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Thailand5. The process will take 15 -25working days if all documents are in order.*Delays may occur if acriminal record is found or if all of the required documents have not been submitted6. You will receive your Police Clearance Certificate by post*Please note that you may submit your application by post to Royal Thai Policeor/ you may ask someone in Thailand to submit the application on your behalf"

a year ago

Jay ********

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@Phil *****

I've sent them an email but I really need to be sure, I'll be leaving it as late as possible before applying as unsure how it will be considered in UK, if gap before leaving Thailand / or if there's any expiry. HR in UK can be quite fickle about PNC checks.

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Stuart *********

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a year ago

Jay ********

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@Stuart ********

Thanks 👍

a year ago

Stuart *********

@Jay *******

Sorry. I’m not up on the specifics of needing a certificate. Just aware of the website that you can use to apply.

a year ago

Jay ********

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@Stuart ********

I've seen that but appears to be for those planning to continue to reside in Thailand, work / education etc. There's also a link for those residing abroad with less arduous requirements which would be preferable but can this be submitted whilst still in Thailand and then forwarded to UK address or is there any other option?

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