Thailand Law Blog
Benefits of Having Thai Permanent Residency
Foreigners receiving permanent residency status in Thailand are offered benefits and rights almost equivalent to those of Thai citizens. The article below lists the numerous advantages that it offers. The Right to Reside in Thailand Permanently Securing the right to remain permanently in Thailand is a huge milestone, allowing expats to reside in this prospering […]
Types of Thai Permanent Residency
Thai Permanent Residency Categories There are 5 different criterias to make you eligible in applying for a Thai permanent residency: Investment Employment Humanitarian purposes (6 sub-types): Spouse with Thai citizenship Spouse with Thai permanent residency Child adopted by parents who are Thai citizens Child adopted by parents who are Thai permanent residents Parents adopting a […]
Thailand: Inheritance Distribution with the Involvement of a Legitimate Spouse
Separate Property (Sin Suan Tua) This terminology is defined by Section 1471 of the Thai Civil and Commercial Code (TCCC) as follows: Property belonging to a spouse before marriage. Personal use or profession-carrying property to a spouse. Acquired property by spouse during marriage through a will or as a gift. Engagement property (Khong Man). In […]
Procedures and Restrictions on Succession and Inheritance in Thailand
Renunciation or Refusal to Declare a Will Even though people may appreciate receiving an inheritance from the deceased testator, some of them may wish to renounce or refuse to receive it. In this circumstance, it is possible to do so by following the virtue of Section 1612 of the Thai Civil and Commercial Code (TCCC): […]
Succession in Thailand: Heirship
Heirship: Disinheritance An heir can be anyone under the discretion of the testator. However, such an heir can be excluded from succession under Section 1606 of the Thai Civil and Commercial Code (TCCC), in the following circumstances: Acts with prejudices or fraudulent intentions in getting an excess inheritance. Is guilty of having committed premeditated murder […]
Thailand Will
Forms of Will There are 5 forms of will as prescribed by the Thai Civil and Commercial Code (TCCC): An ordinary will A holograph will A public-made will A secret-made will and A verbal will Ordinary Will A will is a document written by the testator prior to death, which designates inheritance to heirs. This […]
Legal Age of Consent in Thailand
In Thailand, the age of consent is set at 15 years old. This implies that individuals aged 14 or younger are not legally permitted to provide consent for any form of sexual activity. If an individual over the age of consent engages in a sexual act with someone below this age, it may be deemed ‘statutory rape,’ and the older person could face legal charges for violating the law.
Are Guns Legal in Thailand?
Thailand is at a crossroads in its gun control policies, facing challenges and potential reforms. In March 2023, the outgoing Cabinet endorsed a bill to tighten gun laws, accompanied by a 180-day amnesty for unregistered firearms. Unfortunately, this initiative came to a halt with the dissolution of Parliament.
Is Gay Marriage Legal in Thailand?
Thailand, renowned as a liberal destination for tourists, warmly embraces foreign visitors attracted by its vibrant LGBTQ+ community. However, this reputation creates an intriguing paradox in a predominantly Buddhist country. While Thailand proudly showcases one of Asia’s most open and visible gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender communities, the reality for its members is marked by […]
Is Prostitution Legal in Thailand?
Thailand is widely recognized as a major center for prostitution, drawing clients from all over the globe seeking the services of Thai sex workers and actively contributing to an industry worth an estimated billions of dollars. Despite its economic significance, ongoing debates surround the regulation and management of this industry. The main focus is to […]
