Why bilingual
The testator must understand what they sign, while Thai courts and agencies need Thai; a bilingual will reduces later translation.
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A Thai–English will helps testators who do not read Thai understand what they sign and helps Thai courts review it. State which language prevails if versions differ; witnesses should understand the testator's language.
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A Thai–English will helps testators who do not read Thai understand what they sign and helps Thai courts review it. State which language prevails if versions differ; witnesses should understand the testator's language.
This page explains drafting a bilingual will to reduce disputes. General information under the Thai Civil and Commercial Code; not legal advice on your situation.
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Prevailing-language clause
State which language prevails in a conflict to avoid divergent interpretations among heirs.
Parallel layout
Place Thai and English side by side clause by clause with matching numbers so every clause appears in both.
Names and asset details
Match name spellings to passports and Thai documents, and use identical deed, unit and account numbers in both languages.
Witnesses
Witnesses must be adults, not beneficiaries or their spouses, and should understand the testator's language.
Form
A typed bilingual will must follow the ordinary form — dated and signed before two witnesses present together — or be made as a public-document will at the district office.
Frequently asked questions
- Is Thai required?
- No, but without it a translation is needed for Thai courts.
- Which language prevails?
- Whichever the will states, so include that clause.
- Can it be typed?
- Yes, in the ordinary form with two witnesses.
- Must witnesses read English?
- They should understand the testator's language.
- Can it work alongside a foreign will?
- Yes, if asset scopes do not conflict.
- How can I obtain the service charges?
- Send details of assets, beneficiaries and any existing will for scope review and request a written quotation. Government fees are shown separately at official rates.
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