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Thailand

With plenty of islands, beaches and world class resorts, Thailand is perfect for a romantic getaway or wedding ceremony. For
romance and intimacy, delight in white sand beaches, luxurious spas and hideaways along the coast and islands. Take a picnic
lunch and escape to a secluded beach. Share your wedding vows in ‘The Land of Smiles’ surrounded by the endless blue water.

Getting Married in Thailand Required Documents

Thailand’s first class beach resorts make it an extremely popular choice for Step 1 - Statutory declaration
weddings. Say ‘I do’ barefoot on the beach as the sun sets or in a tropical garden • Complete in person at New Zealand Embassy in Bangkok
paradise. Packages vary and there are many options to suit all budgets. • Birth certificates (original or certified copy)
• Valid passports
What You Need • Divorce or death certificate of previous spouse

There are four steps to getting legally married in Thailand and it is best to allow (if applicable)
four to five days in Bangkok to complete the necessary requirements. The Thai
Registrar’s Office (Amphur) requires a completed statutory declaration, translated Step 2 - Translation
into Thai. The bride and groom are required to complete all legal requirements. • Statutory declaration and documents must be translated

Eligibility To Get Married into Thai at a private translation agency

In Thailand the legal age of consent to marry is 17 years for both males and Step 3 - Authentication
females. Couples must present themselves together to apply for the licence. • After the documents have been translated they must be

Marriage Fees authenticated by Thai authorities at the Thai Department
of Consular Affairs
Current marriage fees shown below are in Thailand Baht (THB). Some resorts
include these costs in your wedding package. Ask your Wedding coordinator Step 4 - Register Marriage
for details. • Visit any Amphur District Office to formally register

• Certification fee THB1,330 per document your marriage

All prices and information are correct at the time of printing, subject to change and can be If you are marrying at a resort location, your celebrant or Wedding
withdrawn or varied without notice. coordinator will be able to advise you on the location of the nearest
Amphur office. It may not be possible for wedding ceremonies to be
held on Sundays, religious or national holidays. Please check at the
time of booking if you are able to be married on your preferred day.

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