Using documents from Thailand in Qatar
Qatar is not a party to the Apostille Convention, so documents issued in Thailand generally need consular legalization before Qatari authorities accept them. Thailand has recently joined the Apostille Convention, but an apostille alone is not sufficient for Qatar. A typical route is:
- Issuing authority / notaryCertification by the issuing authority or a notary in Thailand, where required.
- Foreign ministryAuthentication by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or designated authority of Thailand.
- Embassy of QatarLegalization by the Embassy or Consulate of the State of Qatar accredited to Thailand.
- MOFA QatarAttestation by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Qatar.
- TranslationCertified translation into Arabic by our native translators.
The exact steps depend on the document type and the authority that issued it. We confirm them before we start, so there are no surprises.
Using Qatari documents in Thailand
Qatar cannot issue apostilles. Qatari documents are generally attested by Qatar's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and then legalized by the Embassy of Thailand accredited to Qatar before use in Thailand. A certified translation into Thai or another accepted language is usually required.
Apostille status of Thailand
Thailand has recently joined the 1961 Hague Apostille Convention. As practice is still settling with some authorities and objecting states, contact us and we will confirm the current route for your specific document.
Translation for Thailand
Our native translators work in Thai, as well as Arabic and English, and certify translations for authorities in Qatar and Thailand.
Documents we commonly handle
- Birth, marriage and divorce certificates
- Degrees, diplomas and transcripts
- Police clearance certificates
- Powers of attorney and affidavits
- Company documents, commercial registrations and invoices
- Medical reports and professional licences
Related services
Embassy & Consulate Legalization
Consular legalization of documents by embassies and consulates, for countries that do not accept the apostille or require an extra embassy stamp.
MOFA Attestation in Qatar
Attestation by Qatar's Ministry of Foreign Affairs for documents issued in Qatar or legalized abroad, with the full chain handled for you.
Certified Translation
Official translations of personal, legal, academic and corporate documents, stamped and certified for ministries, courts, embassies and universities.
Document Retrieval
We obtain official records on your behalf – from Qatar or abroad – and deliver them translated and legalized.
Frequently asked questions
Does Qatar accept apostilles from Thailand?
No. Qatar is not a party to the Apostille Convention, so documents from Thailand for use in Qatar need to be legalized by the Embassy of Qatar and attested by Qatar's Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
How long does legalization of documents from Thailand take?
It depends on the document, the authorities involved and embassy processing times. We give you an estimate together with your quote and keep you informed at every step.
Can you retrieve documents from Thailand for me?
In many cases, yes. With your authorization our international network can request documents from authorities in Thailand, legalize them and deliver them to you in Qatar.