The embassy and Sydney consulate take and authenticate fingerprints needed for a Thai Police Clearance Certificate; the certificate itself is issued by the Royal Thai Police Special Branch Bureau in Thailand.
Where to apply in Australia
Royal Thai Embassy, 111 Empire Circuit, Yarralumla ACT 2600, which serves the whole of Australia for these services (online booking; hours Mon-Fri 8:30-16:30). Also offered at the Royal Thai Consulate-General in Sydney.
Sydney says its service is not available by mail; Canberra describes an alternative postal route.
Contact details for every office are on the page of the embassy and consulates of Thailand.
How to apply
Book an appointment (Legalisation) and attend in person with ID and the legalisation form | then take or send the authenticated prints to the Thai Police Clearance Service Center, or use a power of attorney | Canberra also describes a postal route using a local police station, DFAT and embassy authentication
Documents you need
- Application for Legalisation form
- Valid passport or ID
Fees and processing time
- Official fee: AUD 50 for two sets of fingerprints (Canberra, cash or money order; Sydney, cash or card with 1.5% card surcharge)
Processing time: Not published by the missions.
Good to know
No publication date is shown on the Canberra or Sydney pages used.
Official sources
- canberra.thaiembassy.org/en/content/fingerprinting?cate=642fb1178ff…
- sydney.thaiembassy.org/en/page/89623-police-clearance-certificates?…
- pcscenter.sbpolice.go.th
Check before you apply
This page summarises information published by Thailand's official channels, last checked on 24 octubre 2026. Fees and requirements can change at short notice, so confirm with the office that will handle your case.
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