Thai Will and Succession
In Thailand, wills and succession laws play a vital role in determining how a person’s assets are distributed after death. The legal framework governing inheritance is primarily found in the Civil and Commercial Code, which sets out rules for both testate succession (when there is a valid will) and intestate succession (when there is no […]
Property Title Transfer in Thailand
Property title transfer is one of the most important legal steps in any real estate transaction in Thailand. Whether buying a condominium, house, land, townhouse, commercial building, or investment property, ownership is not fully completed until the legal title is properly transferred and registered with the relevant Land Office. Many buyers focus only on negotiating […]
Sales Contract Review in Thailand
A sales contract is one of the most important legal documents in any business or property transaction. In Thailand, reviewing a sales contract carefully before signing is essential for individuals, companies, investors, and foreign buyers. Whether the transaction involves real estate, goods, services, machinery, vehicles, or commercial agreements, the contract defines the rights, obligations, payment […]
Property Due Diligence in Thailand
Property due diligence is one of the most important steps when buying, leasing, or investing in real estate in Thailand. Whether the buyer is a Thai national, foreign investor, company, or family seeking a home, due diligence helps ensure that the property is legally secure, financially sound, and free from hidden problems. Thailand’s property market […]
Intellectual Property in Thailand
Intellectual property (IP) in Thailand refers to legal rights granted to creators, inventors, and businesses over their intangible assets such as inventions, trademarks, copyrights, and industrial designs. In today’s knowledge-driven economy, intellectual property is one of the most valuable forms of business asset, especially in industries such as technology, entertainment, pharmaceuticals, fashion, and digital media. […]
Buying Property in Thailand
Buying property in Thailand is an attractive option for both local and foreign investors due to the country’s strong tourism industry, growing economy, and relatively affordable real estate prices compared to many Western countries. Popular locations such as Bangkok, Phuket, Chiang Mai, Pattaya, and Koh Samui continue to draw interest from buyers seeking residential homes, […]
Property Leasehold in Thailand
Property Leasehold in Thailand. Leasehold is the practical, legally recognized route for long-term control of land and houses in Thailand—especially for foreigners who cannot hold freehold land. But “leasehold” in Thailand is a technical regime with strict statutory limits, important registration rules, and specific financing, tax and exit consequences you must plan for. Below I […]
Property Mortgages in Thailand
Property Mortgages in Thailand. Mortgages are the main form of secured lending against immovable property in Thailand. They are registrable real rights: the lender takes a non-possessory security interest which must be created in writing and registered at the local Land Office to bind third parties and establish priority. Below I explain the legal mechanics, […]
Title Deeds in Thailand
Title Deeds in Thailand. In Thailand, title deeds (Chanote and other forms) are more than mere evidence of land ownership; they define the legal status, permissible use, transferability, and encumbrance rights associated with real property. The country’s land tenure system is highly codified under the Land Code B.E. 2497 (1954), with title documents issued and […]
Usufructs in Thailand
Usufructs in Thailand. In Thailand, a usufruct is a legal right that allows a person (the usufructuary) to use and benefit from another person’s property for a set period, typically up to 30 years or for the usufructuary’s lifetime. Usufructs provide foreigners with a secure way to use land without ownership, often for agricultural, residential, […]