No Will

[twix38]

I'd like to find out what happens to assets, particularly funds in a bank account when an ex-pat dies without having a Thai Will?

I assume there is a process to claim the funds in the deceased bank account for a family member - what proof is required? what is the procedure?

Thanks

[twix38]

anyone??

[Jip99]

Without a Will the rules of intestacy apply.

Google it or try here http://www.samuiforsale.com/knowledge/inheritance-laws-thailand.html

Essentially, someone would need to apply to the court to be Administrator of the estate. I have no personal experience of that but would imagine that the main beneficiary would do that.

[twix38]

thanks jip99

so as a dependent (family member) is it just a case of paying a lawyer and waiting?

or what needs to be done - procedure and timescales?

what would I need to prove I am related? unless surname in Passport is enough?

[Jip99]

thanks jip99

so as a dependent (family member) is it just a case of paying a lawyer and waiting?

or what needs to be done - procedure and timescales?

what would I need to prove I am related? unless surname in Passport is enough?

Can I ask what your relationship is to the deceased.

Was there a wife?

Are there any children?

Are there any parents ?

Brothers/Sisters ?