What if it doesn’t work anymore ?

Unfortunately, not everything in life always goes according to plan. What is the most beautiful thing in the world today can unfortunately become a burden tomorrow. A blossoming love can turn into a cold relationship. Many years often pass, the wrong course is set, or communication no longer works as hoped, and what breaks is difficult to repair.

The emotionality of a divorce in Thailand is a rollercoaster of emotions. The once shared path becomes a painful crossroads where hope for forgiveness meets the loss of intimacy. Grief, doubt and fear of the unknown often lie between longing for the past and the urge for freedom. Every step towards parting brings with it a feeling of disintegration. This applies to mixed-cultural marriages just as much as to relationships between compatriots. If this is the case for you and you are sure that it is time for a change, we are a strong partner at your side even in bad times.

In Thailand, there is a complex web of legal and cultural aspects that influence divorce. Traditional marriage is considered sacred in Thailand, but the increasing number of divorces reflects changes in social norms and lifestyles.

Thai divorce law is based on two main types: amicable divorce and judicial divorce. An amicable divorce in Thailand requires the consent of both spouses and can be done in a somewhat simplified procedure as long as no contentious issues arise. In contrast, a judicial divorce requires the filing of an application with a court and can be more complex, especially when it comes to property, child custody or financial matters.

Thai law recognizes various grounds for divorce, including infidelity, physical or emotional abuse, addiction problems or even separation for an extended period of time. Although the country is strongly influenced by Buddhist values, these do not always play a dominant role in legal matters, although they often play a role in resolving conflicts within the family.

Property issues are often a significant issue in case of a divorce in Thailand. According to the law, property acquired during the marriage generally becomes the joint property of both partners unless there are clear agreements to the contrary. This can lead to complex discussions about the division of assets.

Divorce in Thailand is a mixture of legal processes and cultural norms that are in a state of flux. The increasing number of divorces reflects the changes society is facing while at the same time facing challenges that arise between traditional values and modern realities.

Swiss Helping Point will be happy to advise and support you in your request for a divorce in Thailand.

In most cases, however, this is only possible if the marriage between a Swiss and a Thai was also concluded and registered here in Thailand.

If the marriage took place in Switzerland, you can only get a divorce here in Thailand if the marriage was also registered with the Thai authorities at the time.

A further requirement is that both parties agree to the divorce in Thailand or to the agreed settlement amount for the wife, and that a divorce convention written in two languages is available.

If the marriage has produced children, future custody and the corresponding maintenance payments must also be agreed in advance. The divorce documents must then be translated into German and submitted to the Swiss embassy.

Our service package includes

• All administrative preparation and scheduling
• Divorce Convention in Two Languages (German / Thai)
• The official divorce with the associated documents
• Translation costs for all documents

Complete “divorce” service package from CHF 980.-

If you have any further questions, we are always at your disposal.