Usufruct in Thailand: Cost and Registration Fees (2026)
Updated July 2026 — with our real, published fees. A usufruct agreement costs 3,900 THB in legal fees with our […]
Property Law in Thailand
Property and real estate law in Thailand: buying, leasing, usufruct, title deeds and foreign ownership.
Risks of Buying Property in Thailand: A Foreigner’s Complete Legal Guide
Thailand’s property market attracts thousands of foreign buyers each year with its tropical lifestyle, affordable prices, and world-class condominiums. But
Thailand Nominee Company Crackdown 2026: Updates June 2026.
The Thailand nominee company crackdown 2026 is the most aggressive enforcement action we’ve seen in over 30 years of practice. On April 1, 2026, the Department of Business Development (DBD) rolled out mandatory in-person shareholder verification for any company amendment involving foreign participation. Thai shareholders can’t hide behind paper anymore. They have to show up, declare their income, and sign forms that carry criminal liability.
We’re not talking about some distant threat. This is happening now. The DBD estimates that roughly 94,000 companies in Thailand involve Thai nominee shareholders. That’s 80% of all companies with mixed Thai-foreign ownership. If you run a company with the old 49/51 split, ask yourself one question. Can your Thai partners prove they funded their shares? If not, you’ve got a serious problem.
Can a Foreigner Inherit Land in Thailand?
The short answer: a foreigner can receive land in Thailand through inheritance. In most cases, they cannot keep it. Thai
Risks of Buying Property in Thailand as a Foreigner: A Legal Guide
The Thai real estate market has reached a critical inflection point in 2026, transitioning from a historical landscape defined by informal “workarounds” to a modern era of rigorous “compliance-first” administrative oversight. For the expatriate investor, the developer, and the legal practitioner, the risks associated with property acquisition have shifted from simple commercial variables to complex […]
Buying Property in Thailand as a Foreigner: Complete 2026 Legal Guide
Thailand’s warm climate, lively culture, and low cost of living have attracted foreign investors for many years. They want to set up their businesses in the Kingdom. However, the dream of Buying Property in Thailand comes with significant legal complexities that every prospective buyer must understand. Thai law has strict rules about foreign land ownership. […]
Foreign Ownership Restrictions in Thailand: Legal Strategies for 100% Control
Thailand’s regulatory landscape presents unique challenges for foreign investors seeking majority control of their business ventures. The Foreign Business Act (FBA) of 1999 has strict rules for foreigners seeking to obtain a foreign business license in some areas. However, there are legal ways to have 100% foreign control. It is important for expatriate entrepreneurs and international businesses to understand the foreign business act B.E. mechanisms. This knowledge helps them build a strong presence in the Thai market.
90-Year Lease in Thailand: Myth vs Reality
TL;DR – Under Thai law the longest enforceable land lease is thirty years. Any promise of automatic renewals to create a “30 + 30 + 30” or 90-year lease in Thailand is void. The Supreme Court has ruled several times that such pre-signed extensions are not binding. If you want long-term security, you need a […]
Automatic Renewal of a Lease in Thailand: Supreme Court Ruling in Case No. 4655/2566
Discover the implications of Thailand’s Supreme Court Case No. 4655/2566, addressing the enforceability of automatic 30-year lease renewals in property agreements.
Airbnb in Thailand: Legal Requirements, Licenses, and How to Stay Compliant
Explore this comprehensive guide on registering and managing an Airbnb in Thailand, including essential legal requirements and property tips.