Under the Thai Civil and Commercial Code, Divorce in Thailand is permitted in two categories:
By Mutual Consent: you were married in Thailand at a local Registrar office (Khet or Amphur), you may register an administrativein Thailand. Divorce in Thailand by mutual consent must be made in writing and witnessed by at least two persons. You will need to show your marriage certificate, passport and the national I.D. card of the Thai citizen. The process can be completed in only one day at the local Register Office. This type of divorce is possible only if the couple has no disagreements over such issues as children or property .A Thai divorce certificate will be issued by the registrar Office.
By Mutual Consent: you were married in Thailand at a local Registrar office (Khet or Amphur), you may register an administrativein Thailand. Divorce in Thailand by mutual consent must be made in writing and witnessed by at least two persons. You will need to show your marriage certificate, passport and the national I.D. card of the Thai citizen. The process can be completed in only one day at the local Register Office. This type of divorce is possible only if the couple has no disagreements over such issues as children or property .A Thai divorce certificate will be issued by the registrar Office.
By Court Judgment: the divorce in Thailand is contested and one party is not present; you should proceed to the courts for a divorce for cause. Either the plaintiff or defendant (or both) must be a resident of Thailand. There are 12 grounds for divorce under Thai law. We strongly suggest that you consult a legal professional in these matters. If you are overseas, you may appoint a lawyer to initiate the procedure on your behalf. However, once a court date is set, you must appear in court in Thailand. Any documents not in Thai will need to be translated and notarized by your embassy in Bangkok. This process can take up to one year. Divorce certificates are usually obtained from the court where the divorce was granted.
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