A Belgian citizen and a Thai citizen
Apply for the Belgian CNEM in Bangkok and confirm the Thai documents required with the local registration office.
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MARRIAGE · Belgium
Getting married in Thailand as a Belgian citizen
From the certificate of no impediment to marriage to recognition in Belgium, organise your documents and appointments in the right order.
Sources checked on 10 November 2026.
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YOUR CIRCUMSTANCES
A process tailored to your circumstances as a couple.
Each partner’s nationality, residence and civil status matter. Start with the case that applies to you.
Two Belgian citizens
Belgian consulates do not conduct marriages. Check each partner’s documents with the embassy before registering the civil marriage in Thailand.
A Belgian citizen and a non-Thai foreign citizen
The substantive requirements for each partner are governed by their national law. Ask the foreign partner’s authorities to specify the required documents; the formal requirements for the marriage follow Thai law.
IN THE RIGHT ORDER
The steps in your procedure.
Choose the district office
Confirm the documents required and the appointment with the Thai local registration office.
Apply for the CNEM
Book an appointment online. Both partners must submit a complete application in person and attend the interview.
Prepare the approved documents
Collect the CNEM, certified passport copy and individual passport certificate. Arrange Thai translations and legalisation by the Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Register the marriage
Submit the documents to the Thai district office.
Prepare for recognition in Belgium
Process the Khor Ror 2 and 3 documents: Thai legalisation, translation and consular formalities according to the chosen procedure.
Update the registers
Contact your municipality or consular post. Entry in the BAEC is recommended but optional.
POINTS TO CONFIRM
Before setting your timetable.
- Incomplete applications are refused. An investigation may extend the timescale.
- Belgian requirements include being at least eighteen, giving free consent and having no existing marriage or family-related impediment. Any Belgian legal cohabitation with another person must also be examined.
- Recognition depends on compliance with each partner’s substantive requirements and the local formal requirements; it must not be assumed solely because a CNEM has been issued.
OFFICIAL REFERENCES
Read the guidance at its source.
The authorities specify the conditions and documents required. Read their information before submitting your application.
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