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Thailand’s Military Service – How the Draft Works
Under Thailand’s 1954 Military Service Act, all Thai men, in the year they turn 21-years-old, must register for the military service draft.
The conscription is held in April each year and takes the form of a lottery, unless you volunteer.
Military service is still valued by many in Thailand and is said to maintain respect towards the three pillars of Thai identity: nation, religion, monarchy.
How Does Military Service Work in Thailand?
Every Thai male is required to enlist in the military reserve force at 18 years of age.
Then, at 21, men become eligible for the full draft.
Contrary to popular belief, half Thai males (leuk khrung) are not exempt, though many avoid the draft due, as others do, due to reasons we will discuss later on.
Monks, incidentally, are also eligible.
Physically, you must be:
- Free of disease and disability that prevents military service.
- Be at least 160cm tall and have a…
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