Who Is an Estate Administrator and How Are They Appointed?

The administrator manages the deceased person’s estate

Responsibilities may include collecting assets, paying liabilities, dealing with authorities, and distributing property to the persons entitled under a will or Thai law.

Information commonly required

• Death certificate and household registration of the deceased
• Information and relationship records for the heirs
• The will, if one exists
• A list of assets, liabilities, and official records
• Information about the proposed estate administrator

The court considers the facts in each petition

Procedure and documents may vary depending on the location, assets, and whether another interested person objects. Review the requirements before filing to reduce avoidable delays.