Land plot$345,000
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Land for Sale in Thailand: What Foreign Buyers Can Actually Hold
2,110 land currently listed for sale in Thailand.
Land for sale in Thailand
24 properties shown
Land plot
Land plotTHB 4,880,000
Pattaya
Land plot$196,000
Chachoengsao
Land plot$39,200
Si Sa Ket
Land plotTHB 4,740,000
Phuket
Land plot$222,000
Phangnga
Land plot$102,000
Chiang Mai
Land plot$288,000
Samut Prakan
Land plot$193,000
Phichit
Land plot$116,000
Surat Thani
Land plotTHB 31,600,000
Surat Thani
Land plot$65,500
Nonthaburi
Land plot$51,400
Khon Kaen
Land plot$295,000
Phuket
Land plot$205,000
Phuket
Land plot$482,000
Rayong
Land plot$502,000
Phuket
Land plot$96,400
Nonthaburi
Land plot$735,000
Samut Sakhon
Land plot$197,000
Hua Hin
Land plot$341,000
Phuket
Land plot$158,000
Phuket
Land plotTHB 5,860,000
Phuket
Land plot$65,500
Nonthaburi
Land in Thailand
Land accounts for 2,020 of Thailand's 20,577 listings on RealEstateAbroad. Many foreign visitors fall in love with a plot, but under Thai law non-Thais generally cannot hold land in their own name, so the structure of the purchase matters more than the price.
The legal position
Thai land law sharply restricts ownership by foreigners. Unless you qualify for rare exceptions, such as large investment approvals, you can only use land through a lease (up to 30 years, with contractual renewals), a usufruct for life, or a superficies for buildings. Using Thai nominees is illegal where they do not genuinely own and control the land, and the authorities have actively pursued such structures. Always have your own lawyer, not the seller's agent, advise.
Pricing context
Land prices vary enormously by province and road access. Our country-wide median asking price is €187,735 with a range of €100,125 to €432,684 for the middle half, and a median of €1,825 per m². Beach and hill-view plots in Phuket, Thalang and Ko Samui cost the most, while inland plots near Chiang Mai or Surat Thani can be inexpensive.
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Title deeds
- Chanote (Nor Sor 4 Jor): full title with surveyed boundaries, the safest.
- Nor Sor 3 Gor: survey certificate; can be upgraded.
- Nor Sor 3, Sor Kor 1: weaker rights; avoid unless advised.
- Check for farmland (Sor Por Kor) or forest status, and flood or road-access issues.
- Confirm an access easement exists.
Alternative routes
If land ownership is the aim, consider the freehold condo route or leasing a built house or villa. Review the Thailand buying guide, financing and market analysis.
Costs to expect
If you proceed with a lease or usufruct, registration at the Land Department costs about 1% of the lease value, and legal fees are on top. Taxes on transfer of land, such as the 2% transfer fee and withholding tax, are normally negotiated between seller and buyer. Always ask a Thai lawyer for a written cost estimate before you pay a deposit.
Last updated 8 October 2026
Frequently asked questions
Is it legal for foreigners to own land in Thailand?
Not in general. Exceptions exist but are narrow. Leases and usufructs are the lawful tools used.
Can a Thai company hold the land for me?
Only if Thai shareholders genuinely own and control it. Nominee structures are risky and can lead to loss of the asset and penalties.
How do I check a plot's boundaries?
Hire a licensed surveyor and compare to the Land Department's records. Walk the boundaries with the neighbours.
Are land lease renewals guaranteed?
Contractual renewal clauses exist but are untested over multiple terms, so treat the lease as 30 years.
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