Thai Translation Services in Malaysia: Certified for Trade, Immigration & Legal Documents
We translate certified personal, legal, corporate, and trade documents between Thai and English/Bahasa Melayu — for Malaysian businesses trading across the Thailand border, Thai workers and visitors in Malaysia, and Malaysians with family or business ties to Thailand.
What Is Certified Thai Translation?
A document translation completed by a professional translator with a signed certification statement confirming accuracy. Required in Malaysia for foreign worker permit applications, SSM company registration, cross-border trade documentation, and submissions to Thai or Malaysian authorities.
Thai ↔ English/Malay Translation: Inbound and Outbound
Thai to English/Malay (inbound)
Thai workers, visitors, and companies dealing with Malaysian authorities need certified translations of Thai-issued documents: บัตรประชาชน (national ID), ทะเบียนบ้าน (house registration), สูติบัตร (birth certificate), and business registration documents.
English/Malay to Thai (outbound)
Malaysian traders and logistics companies working across the Thailand border, and Malaysians marrying Thai nationals, need certified Thai translations of their Malaysian documents.
Why does Thai romanization matter? Thai is written in its own script with no spaces between words, and many Thai sounds don't map to a single fixed English spelling — the same name can be romanized several different ways. Malaysian authorities expect the romanization on a certified translation to match the person's passport and other official records exactly. Need trade or logistics documents instead? See our Thai Trade & Logistics Document Translation page.
Thai ↔ English Documents We Translate
| Thai | English |
|---|---|
| บัตรประชาชน | National ID Card |
| ทะเบียนบ้าน | House Registration |
| สูติบัตร | Sijil Lahir |
| ทะเบียนสมรส | Sijil Kahwin |
| หนังสือรับรองบริษัท | Company Certificate |
| Employment Contracts | Employment Contracts |
| Bank Statements | Bank Statements |
| ใบขับขี่ | Driving License |
| ใบรับรองแพทย์ | Medical Certificate |
| Power of Attorney | Power of Attorney |
| Commercial Invoices | Commercial Invoices |
| Court Documents & Affidavits | Court Documents & Affidavits |
When Do You Need Thai Certified Translation?
Cross-Border Trade Documentation
Malaysian traders and logistics companies working across the Thailand border (Bukit Kayu Hitam, Padang Besar, Rantau Panjang) need certified translations of invoices, certificates of origin, and customs documents.
TRADE · BORDER LOGISTICSForeign Worker Permit Applications
Malaysian employers hiring Thai workers, particularly in agriculture and fisheries near the northern border states, need certified translations of national ID and household registration for Immigration Malaysia.
IMMIGRATION · WORK PERMITSSSM Registration for Thai-Owned Companies
Thai investors registering a company in Malaysia need certified English or Bahasa Melayu translations of Thai business registration documents for SSM.
SSM · FOREIGN INVESTMENTMarriage & Family Matters
Malaysians marrying Thai nationals, or families with mixed heritage, need certified translations of Thai national ID, birth certificates, and house registration for JPN marriage registration.
MARRIAGE · JPNTourism & Visitor Documentation
Thai visitors and long-stay travelers occasionally need certified translations of civil documents for medical treatment, property matters, or extended stay applications in Malaysia.
TOURISM · VISITORSEmbassy & Consular Submissions
Visa and consular applications to the Royal Thai Embassy in Kuala Lumpur often require certified translation of Malaysian supporting documents.
EMBASSY SUBMISSIONSTransparent Pricing: Thai Translation
Priced by word count. Volume discounts for multi-document projects and ongoing corporate accounts. A typical 1–2 page personal document (national ID, birth certificate, marriage certificate) costs approximately RM100–RM200 for certified translation.
| Service | Rate | Turnaround |
|---|---|---|
| Certified translation: Thai to English/Malay | RM0.65/word | 24–48 hours |
| Certified translation: English/Malay to Thai | RM0.65/word | 24–48 hours |
| Certified translation (urgent) | RM0.70/word | Same day |
| Notarised translation | RM220/page | 2–3 working days |
| Corporate account (volume pricing) | On request | By agreement |
What Does Your Authority Require?
| Authority / Use | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Immigration Malaysia (Foreign Worker Permit) | Certified translation of Thai national ID and household registration required for foreign worker permit applications. |
| SSM (Companies Commission of Malaysia) | Certified Bahasa Melayu or English translation required for Thai-language incorporation documents before company registration. |
| Royal Malaysian Customs | Certified translation of Thai-language trade and shipping documents may be required for cross-border clearance. |
| Royal Thai Embassy, Kuala Lumpur | Certified translation of Malaysian supporting documents for consular and civil matters. |
4 Steps to Your Thai Translation
Upload your document
Send a clear scan, photo, or PDF via WhatsApp or our quote form. Confirm source language and target script.
Receive your confirmed quote
We confirm word count, script variant, price, turnaround, and notarisation requirement, usually within a few hours.
Approve and pay
Via bank transfer. We begin work immediately on confirmation. No surprises, no hidden fees.
Receive your certified translation
Delivered by email as a PDF. Physical certified copy with original translator stamp available by courier.
“Unbelievably satisfied with the fast-paced response and result. From first contact to receiving the physical result took less than 24 hours.”
CINDY LOOI · BIRTH CERTIFICATE · ICA SINGAPOREFrequently Asked Questions
Do I need certified translation for Thai documents used in Malaysia?
Yes, for most official purposes. Immigration Malaysia, SSM, JPN, and Malaysian courts generally require certified translation of Thai-language documents into English or Bahasa Melayu before they can be accepted.
Why does Thai romanization matter for certified translation?
Thai names and places don’t map to a single fixed English spelling, so Malaysian authorities expect the romanization on your certified translation to match your passport and other official records exactly.
Can you translate documents for cross-border trade with Thailand?
Yes. Invoices, certificates of origin, and customs documentation are regularly translated for Malaysian traders and logistics companies working across the Thailand border.
Does SSM accept Thai company documents translated into English?
Yes. SSM accepts incorporation documents in Bahasa Melayu or English. If your original Thai business registration documents are in Thai, a certified translation into either language is required before registration.
Can you translate Thai national ID and house registration for JPN marriage registration?
Yes. Thai national ID, house registration, and birth certificates are regularly translated for Malaysians marrying Thai nationals and registering with JPN.
How long does certified Thai translation take?
Standard certified translation is delivered within 24–48 hours. Urgent same-day service is available for time-sensitive permit or trade deadlines.
How much does certified Thai translation cost?
From RM0.65 per word for standard certified translation, or RM0.70 per word for same-day urgent service. Notarised translation is RM220 per page.
Translate Your Thai Documents
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