Prenuptial Agreements in Thailand
A prenuptial agreement in Thailand—known as Sanya Korn Somros —is a sophisticated legal instrument governed by the Civil and Commercial Code (CCC) . Unlike the private, contract-based models found in many Western jurisdictions, Thai law treats prenuptial agreements as a formal administrative component of the marriage registration itself (International Divorce). For locals and expatriates alike, understanding the rigid procedural requirements and substantive limitations of Sections 1465 through 1469 of the CCC is essential for ensuring that personal assets remain protected and marital disputes are minimized. 1. Legal Framework and Statutory Defaults In the absence of a prenuptial agreement, the financial relationship between spouses is governed by the default "community property" regime outlined in the CCC (Anglosiam Legal). This regime divides assets into two distinct categories: Sin Suan Tua (Personal Property): Assets acquired before marriage, property for personal use, o...