Certifier of passport copy.

[Pagey]

I am opening an offshore bank account which I have done many times and as proof of ID they need a copy of my passport certifying. When I was in employment this wasn't a problem as I worked with many qualified accountants who would sign a copy for me. Now I am retired here for nearly 2 years I haven't got those contacts anymore.

The bank states acceptable certifiers are :

• qualified lawyer or notary public, who is a member of a recognised professional body;
• qualified accountant, who is a member of a recognised professional body;
• qualified actuary who is a member of a recognised professional body
• commissioner for oaths;
• director, company secretary or manager of a regulated financial business;
• government or consular official or
• serving police officer
• customs officer

Has anybody else needed something certifying and who did you use ?

Should I just walk into a law office with my passport and copy and ask if they provide this service ?

[HHTel]

I had to do the same while transferring my pension into QROPS. I just went to a lawyer and had the copies notorised. Usually done while you wait and you will be charged around 100 baht per page notorised.

[Pagey]

Which lawyer or where is their office Tel ? That sounds reasonable.

BTW, Did you watch the mighty Tigers last night ?