Key Rights Under the Equal Marriage Law

Key Rights Under the Equal Marriage Law

Wedding in Thai congratulates the LGBTQIAN+ community on the approval of the Equal Marriage Act by Thailands Parliament. Lets explore the key rights and benefits granted under this historic law.

Legal Recognition for All Couples

• Regardless of gender identity or sexual orientation, individuals who register their marriage are legally recognized as spouses.
• Inclusive Language in Legal Terms
• "Husband-Wife" is now "Spouses"
• "Male-Female" is now "Persons"
• "Father-Mother" is now "Parents"
• Marriage Age Requirement
• Minimum marriage age raised from 17 to 18 years to align with the Convention on the Rights of the Child.
• Individuals under 20 still require parental consent.
• Equal Legal Protections and Rights
• Engagement Rights
• Marriage Registration Rights
• Property Management as Spouses
• Criminal Representation
• Adoption Rights: Couples can adopt children, and adopted children can take the family name. Spouses must be at least 15 years older than the adopted child.
• Inheritance Rights: Including spousal inheritance and legal heir recognition.
• Medical Consent Rights: Spouses can give consent for each other's medical treatment.
• Funeral Arrangements: Spouses can manage each others funeral arrangements.
• Social and State Welfare Benefits: Including social security benefits and health insurance coverage.