Love marriages rather than arranged marriages and Western-style dating is the norm in urban Thailand. In rural areas the custom of arranged marriages persists but is not as strong as it is some other Asian countries. A typical marriage is preceded by a courting period that can last from several weeks to several years.

What age can you marry in Thailand?

17 years of age Eligibility. Couples who are wishing to marry should have the following eligibility to get married in Thailand: Either of them should not be less than 17 years of age or should be in marriageable age in accordance to the law enforced from your home country.