Company Affidavit (DBD Certificate) Translation for Germany
Filing education documents abroad requires rigorous certification — one missed step often means a refused visa.
Real-time Client Portal — track translation / attestation / MFA / embassy status 24/7. · MFA Consular Department Regulation B.E. 2539 governing document authentication · Double Translator Review system — Translator 1 produces, Translator 2 verifies, then attorney certifies (<0.3% error rate)
Why Germany Requires This Document
- Foreign company setup, B2B contracts, account opening — this is the principal document inspected during final visa adjudication (18% refusal rate without proper chain, <2% with our service).
- Germany requires Company Affidavit (DBD Certificate) to carry an Apostille (Hague 1961) before universities and immigration accept it.
- The National Visa (Type D) adjudicator inspects Company Affidavit (DBD Certificate) to validate genuine credentials and prevent fraud — every page must show a complete authentication chain.
Our 6-Step Workflow
- 1.We return your documents by Kerry/Grab/EMS/DHL (full tracking) or arrange in-person pickup at our office
- 2.A Notarial Services Attorney (Lawyers Council of Thailand) certifies the translation as a true rendering of the original
- 3.Our subject-matter translators (double-reviewed) complete the work within 1–3 business days
- 4.Thai MFA endorses the document and issues an Apostille in a single visit (5-7 days)
- 5.Send a scan via LINE @nyclegal or email nyclegal@ilc.ltd for a free quotation
- 6.Obtain the original Company Affidavit (DBD Certificate) from Department of Business Development (DBD) (verify spelling matches passport)
FAQ
How much does Company Affidavit (DBD Certificate) translation for Germany cost?
From THB 900–1,800 per page including attorney certification. MFA + Apostille fees billed separately by document type (THB 200-1,500 per document).
How long does it take?
Standard 3 business days; Express 1 days; Same-day (Bangkok). Add 5-7 business days for MFA / Embassy endorsement.
Does Germany accept Apostille, or is embassy stamping still required?
Since 15 December 2024, Thailand is party to the Hague Apostille Convention — Germany accepts the Apostille directly with no further embassy stamping. Verify on the HCCH e-Register at hcch.net.
Do I need to translate TestDaF / DSH / IELTS score reports?
Most institutions accept official electronic scores from ETS/British Council/IDP. If a certified copy is required, NYC Legal delivers within 1 business days.
Where do I collect the original?
Contact Department of Business Development (DBD). We provide a checklist and can collect/deliver documents across Bangkok on request (messenger fee THB 200-500).
Can I use the university's own English translation?
Not for MFA endorsement — MFA only certifies registered Thai attorney signatures, not university registrars. A Notarial Services Attorney must translate and attest afresh.
Do documents expire?
Transcripts/diplomas do not expire, but UK Home Office, Canada IRCC and Australia DHA require Police Clearance, Medical, Affidavit to be issued within 6 months. We check every deadline.
Is my personal data safe?
Fully PDPA-compliant — AES-256 encryption, Thai data residency, staff NDA, automatic deletion 90 days after delivery (minimal record retained for audit only).
What if something goes wrong?
Professional Indemnity Insurance THB 10M — if the error is on our side, we cover re-translation + MFA/embassy fees + reasonable opportunity costs.
Do you handle major scholarships (OCSC / Royal Thai Scholarship)?
Yes — dedicated case manager for scholarship students, deep familiarity with OCSC / OHEC / overseas-government scholarship procedures, 99.7% on-time delivery SLA.