How foreigners buy new-build property in Thailand
Buying property in Thailand as a foreigner is straightforward with the right guidance. Here's the process from shortlist to handover — and the ownership rules you need to know.
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Explore & shortlist
Tell us your budget, locations and goals. We send a shortlist of new developments that match — with prices, payment plans and yields.
- 2
Reserve the unit
A small reservation deposit (typically around ฿200,000) secures the price and the specific unit while contracts are prepared. Reservation terms vary by developer.
- 3
Due diligence & contract
Your independent Thai property lawyer reviews the sale & purchase agreement, verifies title, developer permits and foreign-ownership quota.
- 4
Payment plan
Off-plan typically uses stage payments through construction (often 25% on contract, balance across milestones, final at handover). Completed units pay in full at transfer.
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Transfer & handover
Title transfer at the Land Office. You receive keys, handover inspection, and (if you've opted in) the rental management programme starts.
Ways foreigners can own property in Thailand
Condominiums — Freehold
Foreigners can own a condominium unit freehold, within a building's foreign-ownership quota — commonly up to 49% of the saleable area. Funds for the purchase must typically be remitted from overseas in foreign currency.
Villas & land — Leasehold
Foreigners generally cannot own land outright in Thailand. Villas are typically held via long-term leasehold (often a 30-year registered lease with renewal options), or other lawful structures. Always use an independent Thai property lawyer.
Buying from overseas
Most of our buyers complete the entire process without flying to Thailand. We arrange:
- Live video tours of every unit type
- Remote document signing where the developer & lawyer permit
- Trusted independent Thai property-lawyer referrals
- WhatsApp / LINE support throughout the process