Q1076. What document attestation workflows do the UK and Australian embassies in Bangkok maintain?

Answered by the NYC Visa & Translation legalization desk

British and Australian consular workflows differ, so the required attestation should be identified before booking either embassy. For a UK document, check whether authentication must instead be arranged through the UK Legalisation Office and the applicable Thai consular route; the British Embassy in Bangkok does not offer every notarial service available in the UK. For an Australian document, check whether the Australian Embassy can perform the requested witnessing, copy certification, or authentication, or whether processing through DFAT in Australia is necessary. Bring the originals and identification specified for the service, then confirm any Thai translation and MFA requirements. A common pitfall is assuming both embassies offer interchangeable document certification. Verify the applicable workflow with the relevant embassy and Thai authority before filing.