BUYER GUIDE

Foreign Buyer Guide.

Everything you need to know about buying property in Phuket with confidence.

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THE BUYING PROCESS

Explore & Inquire

Browse the villa and submit an inquiry. Our team will understand your goals.

Reservation

Secure the villa with a reservation agreement and deposit.

Due Diligence

We conduct due diligence and prepare the Sales & Purchase Agreement.

Signing & Payment

Sign the contract and complete payments as per the schedule.

Transfer & Handover

Ownership is transferred and the villa is handed over, ready to enjoy.

OWNERSHIP STRUCTURE

Foreign nationals cannot own land in Thailand under their own name. The two main structures used for villa acquisition are long-term leasehold and Thai limited company. Both are widely used in Phuket and each carries different legal, tax and succession implications.

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DUE DILIGENCE

A thorough legal review of title deeds, building permits, zoning, seller identity, and estate documentation is essential before exchanging contracts. This process is conducted by the buyer's Thai solicitor and typically takes two to four weeks.

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TAXES & COSTS

Property transfers in Thailand involve transfer fees, business tax or specific business tax, stamp duty, and withholding tax. The precise allocation of these costs between buyer and seller is a matter for negotiation and should be agreed in writing.

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RENTAL MANAGEMENT

Phuket's villa rental market is well-served by specialist management companies. They handle marketing, guest services, maintenance, accounting and platform management, typically for 20–30% of gross rental revenue.

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DISCLAIMER: This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal or financial advice. Please consult your legal and tax advisors for advice specific to your circumstances.

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