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Inheritance in Thailand for foreign heirs
Inheritance in Thailand for foreign heirs: asset checks, heir documents, certified translation, estate administrator appointment and asset transfer. Ask on LINE @NAATI.
What you should know
Inheriting assets in Thailand usually starts with identifying the assets, collecting heir documents and, in most cases, a court order appointing an estate administrator. Foreign heirs face extra steps \u2014 translation, legalisation and rules on land ownership by foreigners.
Who we help
Thai–foreign families
Bilingual documents and translations prepared in-house.
Companies & employers
Support for staff and corporate documents.
How it works
1. Free review
Send your documents on LINE @NAATI and we review your situation.
2. Document checklist
A tailored list of what you need for your case.
3. Translation & certification
Foreign documents translated and certified where required.
4. Filing
We prepare and file, or accompany you to the office.
5. Follow-up
We handle officer requests until the case is complete.
6. Next steps
Reminders for renewals and related obligations.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a court order?
Banks and the Land Office usually require a court-appointed estate administrator.
Can a foreigner inherit land?
Restrictions apply. Specialist legal advice is needed for land.
Is there inheritance tax?
Thailand has an inheritance tax above a high threshold, at the official rate.
Do foreign documents need translation?
Yes, certified translation and usually legalisation.
How much does it cost?
Our service fee is quoted per case. Court and government fees are paid at the official rate.
Related services
One team handles the full chain — translation, notarisation, MFA legalisation and embassy attestation — so your document is accepted the first time.
Certification & legalisation
Translation
Personal records & immigration
Not sure which route your document needs?
Send a photo or scan and our staff will confirm the exact steps, supporting documents and realistic turnaround under the receiving authority's current rules.
Free document check
Send your documents on LINE @NAATI or call 094-8958999. Service fees are quoted per case; government fees are paid at the official rate.