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Court Appeal Costs in Thailand
Complete cost breakdown for filing a court appeal in Thailand — filing fees, lawyer fees, document preparation, and Supreme Court petition costs.
Overview
Appealing a court decision in Thailand involves court filing fees, lawyer fees for drafting the appeal petition and attending hearings, document preparation costs, and potential Supreme Court petition fees. Total costs range from THB 60,000 to THB 350,000 depending on case complexity and court level. Appeals to the Supreme Court (Dika) are more expensive due to the specialized legal work required.
Cost Breakdown
| Service | Government Fee | Lawyer/Agent Fee | Total Estimate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Court filing fee (Appeal Court) | THB 200 – 2,000 | N/A | THB 200 – 2,000 | Filing fee depends on case type and claim value. Civil cases: percentage of claim. Criminal cases: flat fee. |
| Lawyer fees (appeal petition and hearings) | N/A | THB 50,000 – 300,000 | THB 50,000 – 300,000 | Includes review of judgment, drafting appeal, legal research, and court appearances. Complex cases at the higher end. |
| Document certification and copies | THB 1,000 – 5,000 | N/A | THB 1,000 – 5,000 | Certified copies of judgment, evidence records, and court transcripts. Court charges per page. |
| Transcript preparation | THB 5,000 – 15,000 | N/A | THB 5,000 – 15,000 | Preparation and certification of trial transcripts needed for the appeal record. |
| Supreme Court petition fee | THB 200 | THB 100,000 – 300,000 | THB 100,000 – 300,000+ | Supreme Court (Dika) only reviews points of law. Requires highly specialized legal arguments. |
Additional Costs to Consider
Translation of documents (if original proceedings in Thai and foreign party involved): THB 5,000-20,000
Expert opinion or amicus brief: THB 20,000-50,000
Travel costs (if Appeal Court is in a different province): varies
Stay of execution application: THB 1,000-5,000 filing fee + lawyer time
Bail pending appeal (criminal cases): varies by charge severity
Money-Saving Tips
Get a realistic assessment of appeal success before investing — not all cases are worth appealing.
Agree on a fixed fee with your lawyer rather than hourly billing for the appeal process.
If the appeal is primarily on a point of law, the petition may be shorter and less expensive.
Consider mediation or settlement even during the appeal — it can save both parties significant costs.
Legal aid is available from the Thai Bar Association for those who cannot afford appeal costs.
All costs are estimates based on 2026 rates. Actual costs depend on case complexity, claim value, court level, and lawyer experience. Court filing fees are set by statute. Lawyer fees are negotiable. Total appeal process: THB 60,000-350,000. Always obtain a written fee agreement before engaging a lawyer.
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