NAATI Translation for Visitor Visa (Subclass 600)
The Visitor visa (subclass 600) requires Thai-language documents to be lodged with verifiable English translations. The core set covers 4 document groups, and Typically one working day for a standard document set. The two costliest mistakes are name spellings that differ from the passport and pages left untranslated.
Who lodges this visa
Travellers going for tourism, family visits or short business who must evidence funds, relationships and incentives to return to Thailand.
Documents needing NAATI translation for subclass 600
| Document | Check before translation |
|---|---|
| Bank statements for the last 3–6 months | Translate every page lodged; do not omit balance pages |
| Employment letter and approved leave letter | Position, salary and start date must match the original exactly |
| House registration, birth and marriage certificates | Evidence of the relationship to the Australian inviter |
| Land title deeds or company registration documents | Evidence of ties to Thailand |
Turnaround: Typically one working day for a standard document set.
Why documents get queried or returned
- Statements without a bank stamp, which casts doubt on the translation as well
- Translating the invitation letter but not the inviter's status documents
- Originals ageing out (for example a registrar copy older than six months) while the case is assessed
FAQ — Visitor visa (subclass 600)
Which documents need NAATI translation for the Visitor visa (subclass 600)?
Bank statements for the last 3–6 months · Employment letter and approved leave letter · House registration, birth and marriage certificates · Land title deeds or company registration documents
Who lodges the Visitor visa (subclass 600)?
Travellers going for tourism, family visits or short business who must evidence funds, relationships and incentives to return to Thailand.
Why do case officers request more documents for the Visitor visa (subclass 600)?
Statements without a bank stamp, which casts doubt on the translation as well · Translating the invitation letter but not the inviter's status documents · Originals ageing out (for example a registrar copy older than six months) while the case is assessed
How long does the translation take?
Typically one working day for a standard document set. Pricing is per page or per word, and you get a free written quote before any work starts.
Can I use a non-NAATI translator?
Department of Home Affairs generally requires translations produced inside Australia to come from a NAATI-credentialled translator, while translations produced outside Australia must show the translator's full name, address, qualifications and experience. A NAATI Certified translation is the safest and most familiar option for case officers.
Does a NAATI translation also need Thai MFA legalisation?
For an Australian visa lodgement, generally no — NAATI is Australia's own translation credential. If the same documents are also used by Thai authorities or a third country, separate Department of Consular Affairs legalisation may be required. NAATI certification and Thai MFA translation certification are not interchangeable.
Can I send scans instead of originals?
Yes. High-resolution colour scans in which every stamp and signature is legible are sufficient for NAATI work. Originals are only needed when Thai MFA legalisation runs alongside the translation.
Can you guarantee the visa outcome?
No. Visa decisions rest solely with the Department of Home Affairs. We are responsible for the accuracy and completeness of the translation, and we correct translator errors free of charge.
Other visa subclasses
NAATI translation by document type
Official source: Department of Home Affairs — Visitor visa (subclass 600) — requirements and processing times change; verify with the authority before acting. Visa decisions rest solely with the immigration authority.
Official sources referenced
- • กองสัญชาติและนิติกรณ์ กรมการกงสุล — การรับรองคำแปล
- • HCCH — Apostille Section
- • NAATI (ออสเตรเลีย) — naati.com.au
Government fees and processing times on this page were last verified in July 2026 by our Notarial Services Attorneys registered with the Lawyers Council of Thailand. Figures follow published agency schedules, may change without notice, and actual turnaround depends on each authority's queue. Please reconfirm with the issuing authority before you file.