Last Will and Testament in Thailand: A Guide for Expats If you live in Thailand or have significant assets here – property, bank accounts, vehicles, or business interests – making a valid Thai will is one of the most important legal steps you can take. Without one, Thai inheritance law determines who receives your assets,…
Airbnb and Thai Law: What Every Property Owner Needs to Know The rise of short-term rental platforms like Airbnb has created legal grey zones in many countries – and Thailand is no exception. If you own property in Thailand and are considering renting it out on Airbnb or similar platforms, understanding the legal framework is…
Personal Income Tax in Thailand: A Complete Guide for Expatriates Thailand’s personal income tax system is broadly similar to those of other countries, but there are important specifics – particularly for expatriates – that require attention. A significant regulatory change in 2024 altered the rules on foreign-sourced income, making tax planning for expats more important…
Living Will in Thailand: What Expats Need to Know A living will – also called an advance healthcare directive – is a legal document that records your wishes about medical treatment in the event you become unable to make decisions for yourself. For expatriates living in Thailand, understanding how living wills work under Thai law…
Prenuptial Agreement in Thailand: A Complete Guide for Expats Getting married in Thailand is a joyful milestone, but it also raises important legal questions – especially for international couples with assets in multiple countries. A prenuptial agreement in Thailand (known in Thai as sanya korn somrot) is one of the most practical legal tools available…
Les testaments en droit thaïlandais Le droit successoral thaïlandais, codifié dans le Code civil et commercial, établit des règles précises concernant la rédaction des testaments et la dévolution de la succession. Pour les expatriés vivant ou possédant des biens en Thaïlande, comprendre ces règles est essentiel pour protéger leurs proches et organiser la transmission de…
Si vous êtes un expatrié vivant en Thaïlande et que vous envisagez d’investir dans l’immobilier, il est essentiel de prendre certaines précautions pour assurer la sécurité de votre investissement. L’achat d’une propriété dans un pays étranger peut être complexe, mais en suivant ces conseils, vous pouvez minimiser les risques potentiels et maximiser vos chances de réussite.
Sap Ing Sith: Real Property Rights for Foreigners in Thailand Foreign nationals face significant restrictions on land ownership in Thailand. The Land Code prohibits foreigners from holding freehold title to land in most circumstances. However, Thai law provides several real property rights – collectively grouped under the concept of Sap Ing Sith (สิทธิเหนือพื้นที่) – that…
Prostitution Laws in Thailand: The Legal Reality Thailand’s sex industry is one of the most visible in the world, yet it operates in a complex and contradictory legal environment. Understanding what Thai law actually says – as opposed to what many assume – is important both for legal literacy and for understanding the country’s social…
Family Lawyer in Thailand: A Guide for Expatriates Family legal matters are among the most sensitive and consequential situations anyone can face. For expatriates in Thailand, navigating family law adds additional complexity: language barriers, unfamiliar legal procedures, cross-border jurisdictional questions, and the emotional stress of dealing with a foreign legal system at an already difficult…