Foreigner Ownership & Legal
The foreigner-specific layer — title deeds, ownership structures, visas & residency, inheritance and tax.
The foreigner-specific legal layer governs what you can own and how. A foreigner may hold a condo in their personal name within the building's 49% quota; land is held via leasehold or a Thai company. Funds must enter Thailand on an FET form. Below: title deeds, ownership structures, visas and residency, inheritance and tax.
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Foreigner Ownership & LegalCan Foreigners Buy Property in Thailand? (2026 Ownership Rules)
Yes — foreigners can own a Bangkok condo freehold within the 49% quota, but not land. A 2026 guide to freehold vs leasehold, the FET requirement, and ownership routes.
Foreigner Ownership & LegalChanote Title Deed in Thailand: A Guide for Foreign Property Buyers
All you need to know about Thailand land title deed or Chanote in Thailand for real estate, and the best tips to arrange it as well as the existing types
Foreigner Ownership & LegalThailand House Registration (Tabien Baan): The Blue Book & Yellow Book Guide
House Registration Book in Thailand. Get more details on the benefits, the types of Tabien Baan and the application process in this informative article.
Foreigner Ownership & LegalThe Complete Guide to Inheritance Law and Tax in Thailand
Learn how succession for foreigners and Thai nationals works, the rules around property inheritance, and how tax applies to it all in this article by PropertySights Real Estate.
Foreigner Ownership & LegalForm TM30: Notification of Residence for Foreigners in Thailand
TM.30 form for notifying the government of foreign residents in Thailand. Learn what this law is for, who needs to fill it out, and how to do it in this article
Foreigner Ownership & LegalThailand Personal Income Tax Explained 2024
Thailand has a progressive personal income tax rate like many other countries, with various categories of income and opportunities for deductions. Learn about the tax system, the rates, the rules on foreign income, and more in this article by PropertySights Real Estate.
Foreigner Ownership & LegalUnderstanding Withholding Tax When Selling a Property in Thailand
Calculating withholding tax upon selling real estate in Thailand is crucial and often misunderstood. Find out how withholding tax on property sales is calculated differently for private and corporate sellers, The steps to evaluate your WHT, and how to claim a WHT tax refund from the Revenue Department in this article by PropertySights Real Estate.
Foreigner Ownership & LegalHow to Register a Thai Limited Company and Set Up a Land Holding Company?
This article by PropertySights Real Estate describes the advantages and steps required to set up a company in Thailand as well as how foreigners can buy landed real estate in Thailand.
Foreigner Ownership & LegalAll You Need To Know about Thai Real Estate Specific Business Tax
The Thai real estate Specific Business Tax (SBT) affects many property transfers in the Land of Smiles, but there are ways around it. This article by PropertySights Real Estate will cover all you need to know, from the applicable laws, calculating SBT, who must pay it, how to pay it, and who may be exempt.
Visas, Residency & Citizenship
Foreigner Ownership & LegalSmart Visa Program in Thailand: Complete Guide to Long-Term Residency
Thailand has become one of the most attractive destinations in Southeast Asia for professionals, investors, and entrepreneurs seeking long-term opportunities. The Smart Visa Program in Thailand was introduced to support this growth by offering a streamlined residency option for highly skilled individuals and business contributors. Designed to attract global talent, the program aligns with Thailand’s […]
Foreigner Ownership & LegalThai Residency Via Investment Visa and How to Obtain It
Thailand, known for its relaxed, low-cost lifestyle, offers a sure way to obtain Thai residency which is to have a minimum real estate investment of about $320,000. In this article, you will learn more about the conditions and requirements of this Investment Visa program.
Foreigner Ownership & LegalThailand Elite Visa – Long-Term Visas In Thailand
The Thailand Elite Visa offers long-term residency with multiple-entry privileges, providing flexibility for long-term stays. Explore eligibility requirements, membership types, benefits, the application process, and more in this guide by PropertySights Real Estate.
Foreigner Ownership & LegalThe Best Guide to Permanent Residence in Thailand
In this Article, PropertySights Real Estate will provide you with an informative guide to permanent residence in the Thai Kingdom, the law under it, the benefits, the different categories and conditions, the qualifications required, the fees for the application, and more to get permanent residency in Thailand.