Hidden amongst 25 acres of breathtaking natural beauty and overlooking a sandy bay, the hotel is renowned for its privacy and tranquility, its passionate love for the environment and, last but not least, the friendliness and professionalism of its staff. This gives rise to our proud boast that The Tongsai Bay is “Koh Samui’s most romantic hotel” and a perfect location for your wedding.
Your wedding is the most important day in your life! We can provide you with everything you could want and we are totally flexible in making your dreams come true. We have many options available to make the perfect day and we will be with you every step of the way.
The Tongsai Bay is best suited to host weddings from just the bride and the groom up to a maximum of 50 guests (subject to availability).
Before we start, you have to make 2 major decisions…..
Do you want a legal wedding with full civil accreditation?
OR
Do you simply want to enjoy a non legal / civil ceremony?
AND
Do you want a western style ceremony?
OR
Do you want a Thai Blessing style ceremony?
Arranging legally recognized marriages in Thailand can be quite an involved process, but it is entirely possible. A quick explanation of the process involved is as follows:
1. The Bride and Groom should make contact and correspond with their country's Thai Embassy in Thailand. Most Embassy websites have all the detailed information you’ll need with regards to getting your marriage certified here in Thailand.
2. Before coming to Koh Samui you must first visit your country's embassy in Bangkok and complete the appropriate paperwork.
3. These documents then need to be translated into Thai at a certified translator. Your Embassy can assist you here.
4. You then must visit the Thai Government “Foreign Affairs Office” to get the translations approved and stamped.
5. You are then ready to come down to Koh Samui. Here, we will submit your papers to the local Amphur (legal Witness / Registrar) and he will prepare your documents and bring them to the ceremony for your signature. Two days notice is required.
6. Finally, you will need to make one more trip to the translators (in Thailand or back home) to get the Thai certificates translated into your native tongue and make visit to your local registry office to ensure your legal Thai marriage is recognized in your country of residence.
This process has to be done personally (both of you) in Bangkok and you should allow 3 to 5 days, depending on your country of residence and nationality. Basically all you are doing is proving that there is no legal reason why you cannot be married in Thailand. Details of previous marriages and divorces will be required.
We have an administrative office in Bangkok and we would be happy to assist you if you run into difficulties.
Our basic wedding packages start at Bt. 80,000 (+ 7% Vat and 10% service charge).
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