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A short video from ThaiLawOnline on the right of superficies in Thailand. Below the video you will find the key points in writing, common questions and a link to our full guide.
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Key points
- A superficies lets you own buildings, structures or plantations on land owned by someone else (Section 1410 of the Civil and Commercial Code).
- It can be for a fixed term of up to 30 years, renewable, or for the life of the landowner or of the superficiary (Section 1412).
- Unless the agreement says otherwise, it can be transferred and inherited (Section 1411).
- It must be registered at the Land Office.
- Foreigners often combine it with a lease or a usufruct to protect a house built on Thai land.
These points summarise the law as set out in our full guide, Superficies in Thailand, which is reviewed regularly. The video gives an overview; the written guide is the up to date reference.
About this video
| Title | Superficies Right in Thailand |
| Channel | ThaiLawOnline on YouTube |
| Language | English |
| Published | 13 June 2025 |
| Watch on YouTube | youtube.com/watch?v=ujkLk8ayIQg |
| Full written guide | Superficies in Thailand |
Frequently asked questions
Can a foreigner own a house in Thailand through a superficies?
Yes. A registered superficies lets a foreigner own the building while the land belongs to someone else.
How is superficies different from usufruct?
A superficies gives ownership of the building on the land. A usufruct gives the right to use and take income from the property but no ownership.
How much does a superficies agreement cost?
Our personalised Thai and English superficies agreement is 3,900 THB.
Get help from ThaiLawOnline
We prepare a personalised Thai and English superficies agreement for 3,900 THB. Read the full guide: Superficies in Thailand.
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