Convention Travel Document (CTD / 1951 Travel)
Destination country MOI/Immigration + 1951 Convention Art. 28 · For Cross-border family visit · Medical treatment abroad · International conference
- 65,000-185,000 บาท
- Starting Fee
- Transparent pricing
- 60-180 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.
Convention Travel Document (CTD / 1951 Travel) is a core refugee-law deliverable — issued under Destination country MOI/Immigration + 1951 Convention Art. 28 by counsel with 350+ UNHCR/asylum cases.
Refugee/Asylum bench: UNHCR-trained counsel, IRAP-affiliated attorneys, EOIR-accredited representatives, CAT specialists.
Convention Travel Document (CTD / 1951 Travel) takes 60-180 working days at 65,000-185,000 บาท — includes intake, evidence, country-of-origin research, interview prep, hearings/appeals and post-decision support.
We liaise with UNHCR Bangkok, Thai MOI/Immigration, USCIS, IRCC, BAMF, OFPRA, IRB and NGOs worldwide on behalf of refugees.
Full coverage: UNHCR RSD · asylum · subsidiary protection · resettlement · cessation defence · family reunification · statelessness · CTD · non-refoulement · IDC release · access · mandate appeal.
Resettlement placements — 145 cases departed to USA/Canada/Australia/EU 2020-2025 — avg. 18-30 months from filing.
Coverage
How it works — Convention Travel Document (CTD / 1951 Travel)
- Confidential intake (1-3 days)
Confidential interview + country-of-origin research + protection grounds (race/religion/nationality/PSG/political opinion).
- Evidence + statement
Statement of claim + corroborating evidence + medical/psych report + expert affidavit.
- Filing + interview prep
Forms + RSD/asylum interview prep + mock interview + interpreter coordination.
- Hearing + decision
Hearing attendance + Notice of Intent to Deny response + decision review.
- Post-decision
30-day appeal, resettlement file or family reunification.
Frequently asked questions
Who fits Convention Travel Document (CTD / 1951 Travel)?
Cross-border family visit, Medical treatment abroad, International conference and anyone with a well-founded fear of persecution.
Total cost?
65,000-185,000 บาท — pro-bono / legal aid available for indigent clients + UNHCR legal aid roster.
Timeline?
60-180 working days — UNHCR RSD ~6-18 months, US asylum 1-3 years, resettlement 1-3 years.
Is confidentiality guaranteed?
All matters are attorney-client privileged + no sharing with country of origin + Signal/ProtonMail.
What if RSD is denied?
30-day appeal + AAB review + UNHCR HQ Geneva escalation + non-refoulement litigation in administrative court.
Is it safe to live in Thailand undocumented?
Register with UNHCR + NRSM screening + check-in to avoid IDC + Section 17 stay of deportation.
Which resettlement country is fastest?
Canada PSR (Group of 5) 12-18 months · USRAP 18-36 months · Australia SHP 12-24 months — profile-dependent.
Can family come too?
Spouse + U-21 children included in the principal case + parents/siblings via later hardship exception.
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Cross-service questions, answered by the NYC Legal team
546. What audit steps are involved when conducting a corporate PDPA compliance gap analysis for medium-to-large companies?
Anything touching personal data is handled under Thailand's PDPA, with retention limited to the period we agree in writing. 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.
307. Can an interpreter liaise with Thai Immigration and the Ministry of Labor to resolve work permit issues?
For proceedings that go on the record we staff paired interpreters rotating every 20–30 minutes, per international conference practice. 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.
389. Does an Elite Visa holder need to change their visa type if they want to get a work permit as a company director?
The standard chain is police clearance, certified translation, MFA legalization or Apostille, then the destination authority's own forms — handled in one matter file. 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. Talk to the NYC Legal team on any business day — you get a working plan, not a generic price list.
500. Where can I find a one-stop service to open a travel agency, get a TAT license, apply for a Non-B visa, and register for VAT?
For visa, work permit and BOI files we build the timeline backwards from your appointment date and stage each certification layer so nothing needs a rush fee twice. 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.
469. How much is the surcharge for 24-hour express rush service for document translation and consular legalization?
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). 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. Talk to the NYC Legal team on any business day — you get a working plan, not a generic price list.
472. Can a Destination Wedding Planner in Phuket arrange a wedding venue and handle the legal marriage registration simultaneously?
Interpreters are matched to the setting: court and police station, government and embassy, medical, simultaneous booth work, and remote VRI/OPI. Standard turnaround is 1–3 business days for certified translation, plus 2–4 business days when MFA legalization is added; same-day closing is possible subject to queue. Tell us where the document will be used and you will get a plan and a price the same business day.
506. Does international express courier delivery via DHL or FedEx for legal documents include tracking and damage insurance?
Anything touching personal data is handled under Thailand's PDPA, with retention limited to the period we agree in writing. 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. Talk to the NYC Legal team on any business day — you get a working plan, not a generic price list.
298. Are there MoJ specialized legal translators for translating cross-border litigation testimonies for Thai courts?
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. 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.
326. Can I book an Arabic VIP escort interpreter who also provides a private limousine service?
Interpreters are matched to the setting: court and police station, government and embassy, medical, simultaneous booth work, and remote VRI/OPI. Overseas clients can send scans for assessment first and originals afterwards; we return documents worldwide by EMS or DHL with tracking. Send your documents for a free assessment at +66-83-249-4999 or contact@nyconlinetranslation.com.
550. Are there special package discounts for corporate clients bundling company setup, accounting, payroll, and expat visas?
The standard chain is police clearance, certified translation, MFA legalization or Apostille, then the destination authority's own forms — handled in one matter file. Standard turnaround is 1–3 business days for certified translation, plus 2–4 business days when MFA legalization is added; same-day closing is possible subject to queue. Tell us where the document will be used and you will get a plan and a price the same business day.