Legal Requirements
1. Affirmation of Freedom to Marry
Get this from your embassy in Thailand. Proves you're single.
2. Translation & Legalization
Documents must be translated and certified by Thai MFA.
3. District Office Registration
Register at the local Amphoe (district office). Takes 1-2 hours.
Sin Sod (Dowry)
Sin Sod is money given to the bride's family. Amounts vary widely:
- • 50,000-100,000 THB: Modest, rural families
- • 100,000-300,000 THB: Middle class
- • 500,000+ THB: Educated, wealthy families
💡 Often the sin sod is returned after the ceremony as a symbolic gesture.