The Difference Between Civil and Criminal Cases in Thailand
While civil law focuses on resolving disputes and compensating victims, criminal law punishes wrongdoers in order to support justice and social order. It is important for Canadians to understand the distinction between these two types of litigation in Thailand. A judge will preside over trials, and appeals are heard by the Court of Appeals (Dika […]
Thai Will and Succession
If you die without a Thai Will the law decides who inherits your wealth. Heirs are classified into six classes including descendants, parents, brothers and sisters of full blood, half-brothers and half-sisters, grandparents and aunties and uncles. A well drafted and properly executed Thai Will can help prevent disputes and ensure that your estate is […]
Child Legitimation in Thailand
Child Legitimation in Thailand is a procedure that bestows significant legal rights and benefits to children born out of wedlock. These include the right to inherit property, use their father’s surname, and apply for citizenship or visas. It can be achieved through subsequent marriage or voluntary acknowledgement, registration on application by the father, or a […]
Child Support in Thailand
Child support is a critical aspect of Thai family law, ensuring that children receive financial assistance after parents separate or divorce. It ensures that children have access to basic needs, like food and shelter, and promotes parental accountability. In determining child maintenance, the court considers the parent’s ability to pay, the child’s needs, and their […]
Child Custody in Thailand
Child Custody in Thailand or Parental Power is the right to take care of a child. The issue usually arises in divorce cases or when one parent passes away. The court usually grants custody to the mother. However, a father can also get custody rights if he establishes his legal paternity through a process of […]
Marriage Registration in Thailand
Marriage registration is more than a bureaucratic formality; it safeguards property rights, secures inheritance entitlements, and ensures access to spousal benefits. It also facilitates international recognition of the Thai marriage certificate. To begin the process, couples must visit their embassy or consulate to obtain an official document stating they are legally free to marry (the […]
Drafting Prenuptial Agreement in Thailand
Drafting a prenuptial agreement in Thailand is an important step for couples who wish to protect their property. A prenuptial agreement is a legal contract that outlines property relations between the parties in the event of a divorce. A prenuptial agreement must be made before the marriage and registered alongside the wedding registration with the […]
Thailand Visa Exemption
Thailand visa exemption regime is the easiest way for many nationalities to visit, but since mid-2024 the rules, electronic checks and documentary requirements have been more active — meaning travelers must plan, document and confirm details before travel. This guide explains what the visa-exemption actually gives you, how it interacts with the Thailand Digital Arrival […]
Property and Real Estate Disputes in Thailand
Property and Real Estate Disputes in Thailand. Thailand’s property market is vibrant, with high demand from both domestic and foreign investors. But where there is value, there is also conflict. Property and real estate disputes in Thailand arise from title ambiguities, contractual breaches, boundary disagreements, inheritance claims, and foreign ownership restrictions. Because land law is […]
Multiple Entry Tourist Visa
Thailand’s Multiple Entry Tourist Visa (METV) is a consular visa issued to nationals of eligible countries who intend to visit Thailand for tourism purposes over a longer period, with the flexibility of leaving and re-entering the country multiple times within a six-month validity period. Introduced in late 2015, the METV was part of the Thai […]
