A foreigner may be able to own a building separately from the land, but the land right and proof of building ownership must be structured and documented correctly. A land lease plus a registered right of superficies is one structure lawyers may consider. Building permits, sale documents, construction evidence and Land Office registration matter. Do not assume that paying for a house automatically proves ownership of the structure. This is general educational information, not legal, tax or financial advice. Property structures, taxes, licences and registration practice can change or depend on the facts. Use an independent Thai lawyer and, where relevant, a qualified accountant before committing money or signing documents. The exact structure should be confirmed in writing by a qualified Thai lawyer acting for the buyer.
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Can a Foreigner Own a House in Thailand?
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