Thai Police Clearance Guidance by Purpose

The certificate issued by the Police Clearance Service Center of the Special Branch Bureau is the same document whatever it is for. What differs is the follow-up: some visa authorities accept the English certificate directly, others want a certified translation, and some require Department of Consular Affairs and embassy legalisation. Knowing the purpose before applying avoids re-applying or repeating certification.

• Which language is required, and whose translation is accepted
• Whether MFA legalisation, embassy legalisation or an Apostille (from 28 Feb 2027) is needed
• How recent the certificate must be on the filing date
• Whether the original, a copy or a scan is submitted

The main groups are permanent or partner visas, work visas, study abroad, seafarer and cruise employment, and domestic employee screening. Each has its own guide below. Embassy requirements change, so always compare with the receiving authority's latest published instructions.

The result reflects what is on the criminal record. Applicants with a past case should keep the judgment or a certificate of final case outcome to explain to the receiver. Applicants living abroad can apply through a Thai embassy or consulate following the Special Branch procedure.

Tell us the purpose, destination country and authority, any written requirements, and the date you need the document. Our staff will outline the steps that actually apply and send a quotation. Timing depends on government and embassy queues, so we do not promise fixed turnaround.