Thailand (Phuket)
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ENTRY FROM
€150 000
apartments, condo-hotels, standalone villa projects
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Yield
7–10%
guidelines for individual projects
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KEY PRINCIPLE
Condominium ownership or leasehold rights
Foreigners cannot purchase land directly; a villa can be acquired through a land lease
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PAYMENTS
THB / foreign currency
For freehold, you need a bank confirmation of the funds' transfer
Why Thailand (Phuket)
A resort market with an international airport and a long tourist season. The outcome depends on the location, legal structure, and quality
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Full ownership of an apartment in a multi-unit residential building
Full ownership of a unit within the foreign ownership quota of 49% of the building's total area.
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Leasehold for Villas
A registered land lease for up to 30 years + a separate right to the building.
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Professional Management
Hotel-managed residences and rental pools — revenue depends on the license and the operator
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International Tourism Demand
A well-developed infrastructure and a long season support rental demand.
Types of Real Estate
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Full ownership of an apartment in a multi-unit residential building
Ownership of the unit has been registered under the foreign quota.
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Full ownership of an apartment in a multi-unit residential building
A registered leasehold interest in the unit for a term of up to 30 years.
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Villa (land lease)
Land lease + separate right to the building; if necessary, superficies.
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Hotel Management / Rental Pool
Ownership or lease of a unit, plus participation in the hotel program.
Key Locations
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PRIORITY
Bang Tao / Laguna / Cherng Talay
High-end development, well-developed infrastructure
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PREMIUM
Layan / Surin
Limited availability, premium projects
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PRIORITY
Rawai / Nai Harn
Long-term demand, villas, and infrastructure
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SELECTIVE
Kata / Charon
Strong tourist demand and seasonality
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ENHANCED CHECK
Patong
High tourist demand, increased regulatory risk
Taxes and Expenses
| Tax | Rate | Comment |
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| Transfer fee | by registration | The contract may allocate |
| Tax withheld at source on the sale of | individually | It depends on the seller's status (individual or company) |
| Land and Property Tax | annually | It depends on the usage category and the appraised value |
| CAM / sinking fund | individually | Contractual operating costs |
Foreigners generally cannot own land directly. Purchasing land does not grant a residence permit, permanent residency, or Thai citizenship. Short-term rentals are subject to the Hotel License and CJP regulations.
How We Help
The full cycle—from candidate selection to closing the deal.
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Property Selection
We compare the budget, legal structure, leasing strategy, and location.
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Legal Review
Land registry search, Chanote verification, zoning, and hotel license
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Transaction Support
Verification of the SPA, lease agreement, foreign ownership quota, payments, and registration.
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Post-Purchase Support
Interaction with CJP or the operator, tax compliance, leasing.
A return of 7–10% is a benchmark for certain projects. Nominee structures are excluded from TRUSTMONT’s offerings.