When purchasing a villa in Thailand, developers may offer two different legal structures:a sale and purchase agreement or a construction contract. In practice, these are fundamentally different approaches, even though in both cases the land is typically transferred to a foreigner under a leasehold agreement. What Is the Difference Between the Models? Purchase of a …
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Purchasing property in Thailand is not just about choosing a unit and signing a contract.It is important to assess all risks, costs, and legal aspects of the transaction in advance. 1. Clarify All Costs The property price is only part of the total expenses. You should also consider: Contracts often include wording such as: Such …
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When purchasing an off-plan condominium unit from a developer, the buyer initially has the right to assign their rights and obligations under the contract (Assignment) to a third party. This is stipulated in the Standard Condominium Sale and Purchase Agreement approved by the Ministry of Interior of Thailand. For many investors, assignment is a key …
We have previously explained that taxation on the sale of leasehold property differs significantly from freehold. In practice, this often comes as a surprise to property owners. What taxes are paid at the time of registration? When registering a leasehold assignment with the Land Department, the parties pay only 1.1% of the transaction value: For …
Using software development as an example Obtaining BOI promotion is not just about submitting an application — it is a comprehensive process of aligning a business with government requirements. Let’s break down how we would approach it. Step 1. Define the Business Category First, we would review the Eligible Activities for Promotion by Business Categories …
Foreigners in Thailand often ask: is it possible to open a company with 100% foreign ownership without Thai partners? Such an option does exist, but in practice, it is not that simple — each pathway comes with its own limitations. What options are available? Foreigners can consider several ways to operate a business in Thailand …
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Currently, it is the season for filing the mid-year personal income tax return (PND94). At this stage, approximately half of the projected annual tax is paid. At the same time, it is still possible to influence the tax burden — both upwards and downwards. Let’s review a real example from our practice involving a married …
Following our previous article about the potential extension of property holding rights under the Sap Ing Sith (SIS) model from 30 to 99 years, many have asked: what exactly is this legal structure and how does it work? What is Sap Ing Sith? Sap Ing Sith (SIS) is a form of property right introduced in …
99-Year Land Use Rights The possibility of extending the maximum property holding period from 30 to 99 years has been discussed for over a year, and initially, it seemed rather unlikely. However, at present, these plans appear increasingly realistic. First, the discussion is not about extending lease agreements, but rather about extending Sap Ing Sith …
When investing in property for passive income, it is important to assess in advance how legal such income will be. Depending on the type of property, its location, and the structure of ownership rights, a property owner may unintentionally violate a number of laws and regulations. Immigration regulations If you independently handle tenant search, check-in …
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