{"id":37929,"date":"2025-12-16T01:39:50","date_gmt":"2025-12-16T01:39:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/news.phuket-times.com\/?p=37929"},"modified":"2025-12-16T01:39:50","modified_gmt":"2025-12-16T01:39:50","slug":"thailand-property-law-for-foreign-buyers-2025-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/news.phuket-times.com\/index.php\/2025\/12\/16\/thailand-property-law-for-foreign-buyers-2025-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Thailand Property Law for Foreign Buyers (2025 Guide)"},"content":{"rendered":"

\ud83c\uddf9\ud83c\udded Thailand Property Law for Foreign Buyers (2025 Guide)<\/p>\n

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Foreigners cannot own land in Thailand directly, but there are legal pathways to invest safely:<\/p>\n

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1. Condominium Freehold<\/p>\n

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Foreigners can own up to 49% of total condo units in one project.<\/p>\n

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Title deed is in the buyer\u2019s name.<\/p>\n

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Most popular and safest option.<\/p>\n

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2. Long-Term Lease (30+30+30 Years)<\/p>\n

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Common for villas and houses.<\/p>\n

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Lease registered at the Land Office.<\/p>\n

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Often bundled with renewal clauses.<\/p>\n

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3. Thai Company Ownership<\/p>\n

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Property owned by a Thai company (foreigners may hold minority shares).<\/p>\n

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Must be legally structured and compliant.<\/p>\n

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Requires legal advice.<\/p>\n

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4. Branded \/ Managed Projects<\/p>\n

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Developers provide legal structures, management, and rental programs.<\/p>\n

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Lower risk for overseas investors.<\/p>\n

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Tip: Always use a licensed Thai lawyer and verify land title (Chanote).<\/p>\n

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