Maritime Arrest
Arrest Convention 1952/1999 + Thai Ship Arrest Act + IP & International Trade Court · best for Unpaid bunker · Crew wage claim · Cargo damage
- 385,000-1,800,000 บาท + bond
- Starting Fee
- Transparent pricing
- 1-14 working days
- Turnaround
- Typical delivery
- 168
- Destinations
- Apostille + embassy chain
- 12+
- Years Experience
- Since 2013
- 4.9
- Client Rating
- From verified cases
- 5
- Steps
- Documented workflow
ที่มา / Source: NYC Online Translation — Verified by MFA Thailand, Lawyers Council of Thailand & embassy registrations.
Shipowners, airlines, crew and shippers need Maritime Arrest — NYC Legal fields a Maritime + Aviation Bar with LMAA arbitrators.
Partner network: Lloyd's brokers, Steamship Mutual, North P&I, BIMCO, IATA, Boeing/Airbus tech reps.
Maritime Arrest takes 1-14 working days at 385,000-1,800,000 บาท + bond — includes intake, due diligence, drafting, regulatory filing, hearings/arbitration and post-grant compliance.
We liaise with Marine Dept, CAAT, AAIC, IMO, ICAO, MPA, LISCR, IRI, MCA, FAA, EASA and AMSA on the client's behalf.
Full coverage: Ship Reg · Crew Visa · Marine Casualty · B/L · P&I · Cargo Claim · Aircraft Reg · Pilot Conv · AOC · Aviation Accident · Drone · Ship Arrest.
Ship arrests — 65+ successful arrests at Bangkok/Laem Chabang/Map Ta Phut 2018-2025 (avg 7-day release).
Coverage
How it works — Maritime Arrest
- Intake + KYC (1-3 days)
Interview + KYC + sanctions screening + flag/registry recommendation.
- Documentation
IMO/ICAO compliant + BIMCO/IATA standard + arbitration clause.
- Filing + survey
Marine Dept/CAAT filing + class survey + tonnage + airworthiness.
- Approval + cert
Permit/cert + IMO/HS-XXX number + insurance binder.
- Ongoing compliance
Annual survey + flag state inspection + Continuing Airworthiness + MLC audit.
Frequently asked questions
Who fits Maritime Arrest?
Unpaid bunker, Crew wage claim, Cargo damage, Hull mortgage and operators needing international compliance.
Total cost?
385,000-1,800,000 บาท + bond — includes regulatory fee, survey, classification, agent + legal fees.
Timeline?
1-14 working days — Ship Reg 3-12 weeks, AOC 6-24 months, Ship Arrest 24-72h.
Which flag state?
Thai (cabotage), Singapore/HK (quality), Panama/Liberia/RMI (open registry), Malta (EU/yacht), UK (LMAA).
Arbitration clause?
LMAA London (industry standard), SIAC, HKIAC, TOMAC Tokyo, DIFC Dubai.
Recommended P&I cover?
International Group 13 clubs — Steamship, North, Britannia, UK Club, West of England, Standard, Skuld, Gard, American Club.
AOC duration?
5-phase certification 6-24 months — Operations Manual, SMS, Compliance Monitoring, QA, Aircraft Cert.
Cape Town Convention?
Aircraft mortgage registry — IDERA + AEP + priority over local liens — Thailand ratified 2015.
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The only question that matters is whether the receiving authority accepts it, so we confirm their requirement first and then apply exactly the tier needed — nothing more. Quotations separate government fees from professional fees line by line, so nothing appears on the invoice that was not in the quote. Send your documents for a free assessment at +66-83-249-4999 or contact@nyconlinetranslation.com.
293. Can a sworn translator certify a medical license for a doctor pursuing fellowship training in Europe?
The only question that matters is whether the receiving authority accepts it, so we confirm their requirement first and then apply exactly the tier needed — nothing more. Indicative fees: certified translation THB 500–800 per page, consular legalization from THB 400 per stamp, Notary Public from THB 1,500 per signature — always quoted in full before we start. Send your documents for a free assessment at +66-83-249-4999 or contact@nyconlinetranslation.com.
529. Can an agency handle the entire application process for importing and exporting controlled hazardous substances?
For import, export and special licences we keep the Board of Trade and agency template packs ready in advance. Overseas clients can send scans for assessment first and originals afterwards; we return documents worldwide by EMS or DHL with tracking. Talk to the NYC Legal team on any business day — you get a working plan, not a generic price list.
256. Where can I find an urgent German sworn translator for child legitimation and marriage documents?
Certification tiers are separated up front — agency Certified True Translation, Notary Public seal, MFA consular legalization, and Apostille (in force for Thailand since 14 Nov 2024). Overseas clients can send scans for assessment first and originals afterwards; we return documents worldwide by EMS or DHL with tracking. Tell us where the document will be used and you will get a plan and a price the same business day.
370. Do you provide liaison services with the Ministry of Labor to get an employment certificate for Thais working abroad?
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440. How strictly must a BOI company separate its revenue accounts to maintain corporate income tax exemptions?
Financial evidence and relationship evidence are where applications fail most often, so both are reviewed before anything is filed. One coordinator owns the matter end to end and reports progress by LINE or email at the intervals you set. Send your documents for a free assessment at +66-83-249-4999 or contact@nyconlinetranslation.com.
526. What regulatory steps are involved in obtaining a telecommunications business license from the NBTC?
For import, export and special licences we keep the Board of Trade and agency template packs ready in advance. Indicative fees: certified translation THB 500–800 per page, consular legalization from THB 400 per stamp, Notary Public from THB 1,500 per signature — always quoted in full before we start. Tell us where the document will be used and you will get a plan and a price the same business day.
282. Do certified true translations for corporate website localization require the physical signature of the translator?
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482. Is there a coordination service for translating birth certificates and gaining sole custody for a Thai parent relocating a child abroad after a divorce?
We route each file to the right credential: NAATI for Australia, Ministry of Justice registered translators for Thai court work, and embassy sworn translators for European destinations. If the receiving authority rejects a file for a reason attributable to our work, we correct and re-file it at no additional professional fee. Tell us where the document will be used and you will get a plan and a price the same business day.