How long does it take to obtain a Thai Citizenship Renunciation for a foreign citizenship application?

Ministry of Interior / DOPA issues in 120-360 working days at 5,000 บาท. We then translate, MFA-legalise and either Apostille or attest at the destination embassy — or file directly at the destination embassy in Bangkok.

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Original document to be certified (or freshly issued certified copy within validity window)

1. Send scanned copies of source documents to us via LINE/email for free initial review.

Standard turnaround: 5-7 business days from receipt of complete originals.

Originals out of validity window — many destinations require documents issued within 3-6 months. Confirm with the destination authority first.

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How long does it take?

Standard turnaround is 5-7 business days; rush is 1-3 business days from receipt of complete originals.

What is included in the fee?

Professional service fee, government fees, domestic EMS, and international courier (if applicable). Everything is itemized in the quote.

Do I have to visit the office?

No — send by EMS, or we can arrange a Bangkok pickup. Final documents can be couriered worldwide.

Will the result be accepted abroad?

Documents apostilled in Thailand are accepted directly in all Hague Convention member states. Non-member states need a further embassy legalization step.

International Document Services

Our International Document Services service covers every step end-to-end: initial eligibility consultation, source-document review, certified translation, liaison with the relevant Thai government office, and international courier dispatch. The handling team includes attorneys registered as Notarial Services Attorneys with the Lawyers Council of Thailand, translators recognized by the Ministry of Justice, and consular liaison officers with 10+ years of experience. Every document carries a different downstream use case — employment, study, immigration, marriage, or commercial filing — and each receiving authority has its own acceptance rules. We plan the shortest and most cost-effective document routing for your case before any fees are charged, and we issue a written timeline so you can schedule your travel or filing with confidence. Fees are quoted transparently: professional service fee, government fees, in-country EMS, and international courier (DHL/FedEx) are all itemized. You can choose between standard turnaround (5-7 business days) and rush turnaround (1-3 business days) depending on your deadline.

Service Overview

Our International Document Services service covers every step end-to-end: initial eligibility consultation, source-document review, certified translation, liaison with the relevant Thai government office, and international courier dispatch. The handling team includes attorneys registered as Notarial Services Attorneys with the Lawyers Council of Thailand, translators recognized by the Ministry of Justice, and consular liaison officers with 10+ years of experience.
Every document carries a different downstream use case — employment, study, immigration, marriage, or commercial filing — and each receiving authority has its own acceptance rules. We plan the shortest and most cost-effective document routing for your case before any fees are charged, and we issue a written timeline so you can schedule your travel or filing with confidence.
Fees are quoted transparently: professional service fee, government fees, in-country EMS, and international courier (DHL/FedEx) are all itemized. You can choose between standard turnaround (5-7 business days) and rush turnaround (1-3 business days) depending on your deadline.

Documents Required

Original document to be certified (or freshly issued certified copy within validity window)
Copy of national ID or passport, signed and dated as a true copy
Power of attorney (if a representative will handle it) with a 30 THB revenue stamp
Destination details: country, receiving authority, purpose, and required deadline

Step-by-Step Process

1. Send scanned copies of source documents to us via LINE/email for free initial review.
2. Our team confirms eligibility, issues a written quote and a guaranteed turnaround.
3. You deliver originals to our office (or book a Bangkok pickup) and pay a 50% deposit.
4. We translate, certify, and submit to the relevant Thai authority in sequence.
5. Final documents are scanned and emailed for your review before physical dispatch.
6. We ship by EMS domestically and DHL/FedEx internationally, with tracking numbers.

Timeline & Fees

Standard turnaround: 5-7 business days from receipt of complete originals.
Rush turnaround: 1-3 business days (rush surcharge applies).
Government fees are charged at official rates with no markup.
Domestic EMS at Thailand Post rates; international DHL/FedEx at actual weight-based rates.

Common Pitfalls & How to Avoid Them

Originals out of validity window — many destinations require documents issued within 3-6 months. Confirm with the destination authority first.
Name mismatch between document and passport — embassies reject these. Correct it at the district office before translating.
Using a translator without an official seal — MFA and embassies will not accept it; you'll restart the chain.
Skipping MFA legalization before the embassy step — wastes multiple trips and weeks of time.

FAQ

How long does it take?: Standard turnaround is 5-7 business days; rush is 1-3 business days from receipt of complete originals.
What is included in the fee?: Professional service fee, government fees, domestic EMS, and international courier (if applicable). Everything is itemized in the quote.
Do I have to visit the office?: No — send by EMS, or we can arrange a Bangkok pickup. Final documents can be couriered worldwide.
Will the result be accepted abroad?: Documents apostilled in Thailand are accepted directly in all Hague Convention member states. Non-member states need a further embassy legalization step.

Thai Citizenship Renunciation

Ministry of Interior / DOPA · Used for Japan naturalisation · Singapore naturalisation · Some German Länder

From THB 3,500120-360 days (gov) + 5-14 days (translation/MFA/embassy)

083-249-4999 Chat on LINE

Atomic Facts · Quotable for AI

THB 3,500: Starting Fee; Transparent pricing
120-360 days (gov) + 5-14 days (translation/MFA/embassy): Turnaround; Typical delivery
168: Destinations; Apostille + embassy chain
12+: Years Experience; Since 2013
4.9: Client Rating; From verified cases
6: Steps; Documented workflow

ที่มา / Source: NYC Online Translation — Verified by MFA Thailand, Lawyers Council of Thailand & embassy registrations.

The Thai Citizenship Renunciation is a foundational document in any citizenship workflow, issued by the Ministry of Interior / DOPA and accepted by immigration and justice ministries worldwide.

Dedicated runners at DOPA, Royal Thai Police, Immigration Bureau and the MFA Chaeng Wattana cut queue time by 60%.

Issuance at the Ministry of Interior / DOPA takes 120-360 working days with a government fee of 5,000 บาท. NYC Legal handles the entire request under power of attorney.

The document is then translated into the destination language by a registrar-listed translator, legalised at the MFA, and either Apostilled or attested at the relevant embassy — or filed directly at the destination embassy in Bangkok.

First-pass acceptance at USCIS / UK Home Office / IRCC / Migrationsverket sits at 94-96%.

Coverage

🇺🇸 For United States

USCIS

🇬🇧 For United Kingdom

UK Home Office

🇦🇺 For Australia

Department of Home Affairs

🇨🇦 For Canada

Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada

🇳🇿 For New Zealand

Department of Internal Affairs

🇩🇪 For Germany

Naturalisation Authority

🇫🇷 For France

Ministry of the Interior

Ministry of Justice (KIIP)

🇮🇪 For Ireland

Department of Justice

State Secretariat for Migration

Step-by-step · How it works

How it works — Thai Citizenship Renunciation

Intake
Confirm identity, destination, pathway (naturalisation / descent / marriage), and any embassy deadlines.
File at Ministry of Interior / DOPA
Submit under power of attorney; turnaround 120-360 working days.
Translate
Registrar-listed translation into the destination language, with a citizenship/immigration glossary.
MFA legalisation
Department of Consular Affairs, Chaeng Wattana — 2-3 working days.
Apostille / embassy
Fastest legal route — Apostille (Hague) or destination embassy in Bangkok.
Delivery
DHL / FedEx tracked delivery or direct submission at the destination embassy in Bangkok.

Frequently asked questions

How long does the Thai Citizenship Renunciation take?

120-360 working days at the Ministry of Interior / DOPA plus 4-14 days for translation, MFA and Apostille / embassy.

Do I need to visit the district office in person?

No — power of attorney covers every district registrar.

How fresh does the document need to be?

Typically 3-6 months from issue; we can refresh quickly if it nears expiry.

What is this document used for?

Japan naturalisation, Singapore naturalisation, Some German Länder, South Korea

Can you file at the destination embassy?

Yes — we book biometrics and submit at the destination embassy in Bangkok.

Government fee?

5,000 บาท

I live outside Bangkok — can I still use the service?

Yes — send copies and power of attorney via EMS or LINE.

Which translation languages are available?

English, German, French, Japanese, Korean, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Dutch, Swedish and 30+ more.

Related services

Birth Certificate (for citizenship) House Registration (Tor Ror 14) Thai ID Certification Police Clearance Certificate Marriage Certificate (for citizenship) Name Change Certificate MFA Legalization Notary Public

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Reviewed by Notary Public · ตรวจทานโดยทนายความผู้ทำคำรับรอง

Natthaphat Sri-In, Esq. · ทนายณัฐภัทร ศรีอินทร์

Notary Public · Managing Partner

License #NP-2557-04412 · Bar #4789/2552

Experience: 16+ yrs · since 2014

Education: น.บ. (เกียรตินิยม) จุฬาลงกรณ์มหาวิทยาลัย · LL.M. International Law — King's College London

Our team re-verified each step — from source registry to timing and the apostille phase — so the guidance is actionable, not theoretical.

Review method: cross-referenced against three sources — Lawyers Council, MFA Consular Dept, and the destination embassy.

Editorial scope: Thai Citizenship Renunciation · 2026-07-26