Divorce | OT & Business

Overview

Thai law provides two routes to dissolve a marriage: Mutual Consent Divorce, a fast administrative process when both parties are in agreement, and Court-Ordered Divorce, for contested cases where no agreement can be reached.

Our licensed attorneys provide full representation from document preparation through to final resolution, ensuring your rights and interests are protected throughout.

Mutual Consent Divorce

Administrative — typically completed in one day

Available when both parties fully agree on all matters including children and property. Registration is completed at the local district office (Khet or Amphur).

Required Documents

Original marriage certificate
Passport of both parties
National ID card of Thai citizen (if applicable)
Written divorce agreement signed by both parties
Signatures of at least two witnesses

Key Conditions

Both parties must be present and consent willingly.
All disputes over children and marital property must be resolved in advance.
The agreement must be submitted in writing at the district office.

Court-Ordered Divorce

Contested — typically up to one year

Required when one party does not consent. Under Thai law there are 12 grounds upon which a court divorce may be granted.

Residency Requirement

Either the plaintiff or defendant must be a resident of Thailand.
Foreign residents may appoint a lawyer of record to initiate proceedings on their behalf.

Foreign Document Requirements

Non-Thai documents must be translated into Thai.
Translations must be notarized through the relevant embassy in Bangkok.
Certified copies of all foreign documents are required.

12 Grounds for Court Divorce Under Thai Law

The other spouse has supported or honoured another person as their spouse.
The other spouse committed misconduct.
The other spouse treated the petitioner cruelly or seriously disrespected the petitioner or their ancestors.
The other spouse neglected to maintain or support the petitioner.
The other spouse was sentenced to imprisonment for more than one year.
The spouses have voluntarily lived separately for at least three consecutive years.

The other spouse has been adjudged missing or has been absent for at least three years.
The other spouse failed to render proper maintenance and support and there is no reasonable prospect of reconciliation.
The other spouse is insane and has been so for at least three consecutive years.
The other spouse broke a bond of good behaviour.
The other spouse has an incurable and communicable disease that is dangerous to the petitioner.
The other spouse has a physical disadvantage rendering them permanently unable to cohabit as husband and wife.

How We Support You

Initial consultation and assessment of the appropriate divorce route.
Drafting and reviewing the divorce agreement for mutual consent cases.
Preparation of all required court filings for contested divorce.
Representation and attendance at all court hearings.
Coordination of document translations and embassy notarizations for foreign clients.
Support through to final judgment and registration of divorce at the district office.

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Confidential consultation available. We handle each case with discretion and professionalism.

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