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  • A Thai Will if You Already Have a Foreign Will?

    Do You Really Need a Thai Will if You Already Have a Foreign Will?

    Foreigners are often told they must draft a Thai will if they own property or assets in Thailand. While it’s a widely repeated suggestion, especially by law firms or developers, it’s not always necessary, and in some cases, it can even complicate your estate planning.

  • Drafting a Will in Thailand for Expats

    Drafting a Will in Thailand:
    Legal Options and Practical Steps for Expats

    Planning your estate is one of the most responsible steps you can take, especially if you live in Thailand or own property here. Many expats are unaware that under Thai law, there are several ways to legally make a will. This article outlines those options, explains what documents you need, and offers practical advice for choosing the format that works best for your situation.

  • Foreigners, Thai Condos, and Inheritance: The Truth About Executor Appointments

    Do You Really Need a Thai Will

    Is a Thai will beneficial for a foreigners assets in Thailand, if you own only a condo a separate Thai will may not only be unnecessary, it may actually complicate the inheritance process. Using a foreign will with proper legalization may avoid Thai court entirely.

  • Probate

    a court process required to validate a will or appoint an administrator to distribute the estate of a deceased person in Thailand. This process applies whether the person died with a Thai will, a foreign will, or without any will at all (click to read more about the court procedure...).