The document proving single status depends on nationality. Thai nationals obtain a marital status certificate (Kor Ror 22) from their district or khet registration office. Foreigners marrying in Thailand generally need a certificate or affirmation of status from their own embassy, translated into Thai and certified at the Department of Consular Affairs before filing at the registration office. Thai documents for use abroad must be translated and authenticated as the destination requires.
Last reviewed: 2026-10-29 · General information only, not legal advice for your specific case
Thai nationals: marital status certificate
Apply at the district registration office with your ID card. The registrar checks the family registration database and issues the certificate. Fees follow Department of Provincial Administration rules.
If previously divorced or widowed, bring the divorce certificate or the spouse's death certificate.
Foreigners marrying in Thailand
Some countries do not issue a certificate and instead take a declaration before a consular officer. Procedure varies by embassy.
1. Get your embassy's document
Names vary: affirmation of freedom to marry, certificate of no impediment, and so on.
2. Translate into Thai
All pages.
3. Certify at Consular Affairs
Authenticate the document and translation at the Legalization Division.
4. Register at the district office
Bring documents, passports and witnesses as the office requires.
Thai nationals marrying abroad
Destinations usually ask for the marital status certificate with a certified translation. The common sequence is translation, Consular Affairs authentication, then the destination embassy in Thailand.
After marrying abroad, Thai nationals should record the change of family status at a Thai registration office or Thai embassy so records match.
Common mistakes
- Name spellings in the translation not matching the passport
- Documents older than the recipient accepts
- Missing divorce or death certificate for a previous spouse
- Using a self-made affidavit where the recipient wants a government document
Frequently asked questions
How long is a single status certificate valid?
That depends on the recipient; many only accept documents issued within a set period.
Can a lawyer issue a single status certificate?
No. A lawyer can certify a signature on a declaration, but status certificates come from authorities or embassies.
How do Thais abroad obtain one?
Contact a Thai embassy or consulate, or authorise someone to apply at the registration office.
Is destination-embassy legalisation needed?
It depends on the destination; check with the registering authority.
What does it cost?
It depends on languages and steps. Please contact our team for a quotation.
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