How to Get Married in Thailand (as a Foreigner)

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Obtain an Affirmation of Freedom to Marry from the respective embassy or consulate in Bangkok.

   This affidavit will state that you are free to marry.
   
   If the foreigner is marrying another foreigner, depending on the nationality each of the couple's country must issue an affidavit that states you are free to marry.
   
   Requirements to secure the affidavit depends on the nationality.
   
   Commonly, valid passport has to be presented.
   
   If you are divorced or a had previous marriage has been terminated by spousal death, the original copy of divorce or death certificate must be provided.
   
   If the foreigner is marrying a Thai citizen, Thai National Identification Card and House Registration Document (blue book) is required.
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   Step 2: Translate the Affirmation of Freedom to Marry to the Thai language.

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   Step 3: Legalize Affirmation of Freedom to Marry at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

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   Step 4: Register the marriage at the local district office (Amphur).

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   Step 5: The marriage certificates written in Thai will be issued.

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   Step 6: Translate the marriage certificates to English.

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   Step 7:  Certify the translation at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

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   Step 8: Report the marriage to the foreigner's home state

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   Step 9: or country's embassy or consulate in Thailand. 

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