Can we use a foreign will in Thai probate?

Yes, foreign wills can be used in Thai probate proceedings, but additional steps are required before they are accepted. The will must be officially translated into Thai, notarised, and legalised through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and/or the relevant Thai embassy. The Thai court will then review and approve the foreign will before recognising it as valid. This process adds time and cost, and in some cases, drafting a supplementary Thai will for assets located in Thailand can simplify matters considerably.