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Villas in Phuket and condominiums in Bangkok.

Villas in Phuket and condominiums in Bangkok, shown with indicative AUD pricing. Enquiries are passed to Elite Property DXB's licensed local agency partner.

Thailand — at a glance

Buying in Thailand: the basics

General information only. Rules change; confirm them with a Thai lawyer and your own tax adviser.

49%

Foreign condominium quota

Per condominium building

Up to 30 yrs

Registered lease (villas)

Renewal options may not be enforceable

THB

Thai baht

Prices shown with indicative AUD conversion

Phuket coastline aerial

What the structure looks like

Owning property in Thailand as an Australian resident.

Foreigners can own condominium units within the 49% foreign quota of a building. Foreigners can't own land in Thailand. Villas are often held on a registered lease of up to 30 years; renewal options may not be enforceable. Thai company structures carry legal restrictions. Get advice from a Thai lawyer.

Australian tax residents are generally taxed on worldwide income, including rental income from Thailand. The Australia–Thailand tax treaty can reduce double taxation; a tax adviser can explain how it applies.

Buying in Thailand

Villas in Phuket and condominiums in Bangkok, shown with indicative AUD pricing. Enquiries are passed to Elite Property DXB's licensed local agency partner.

Highlights

  • Condominium ownership within the foreign quota
  • Leasehold for villas
  • Prices in baht, shown with indicative AUD conversion

Ownership

Foreigners can own condominium units within the 49% foreign quota of a building. Foreigners can't own land in Thailand. Villas are often held on a registered lease of up to 30 years; renewal options may not be enforceable. Thai company structures carry legal restrictions. Get advice from a Thai lawyer.

Acquisition fees

A transfer fee and other taxes apply, depending on the property and how long it is held. A Thai lawyer can confirm current costs.

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