Foreign buyers can legally own qualifying condominium units in Thailand in their own name, provided the legal requirements are satisfied. Understanding how to buy a condo in Thailand as a foreigner requires more than finding a property and agreeing on a price. The condominium must be legally registered, the buyer must qualify under Thai condominium law, sufficient foreign ownership quota must remain...
Buying Property in Thailand
Legal and practical guide for international property buyersUpdated 17 September 2026 Buying property in Thailand as a foreigner requires understanding the legal difference between condominium ownership, land rights, leasehold structures and ownership of buildings. A foreign buyer may directly own a qualifying condominium unit in their own name, while land ownership is generally restricted. Villas...