Thailand
Southeast Asia's premier lifestyle destination
Invest in condos/villas across Pattaya, Phuket and Bangkok, and secure long-term residency with Thailand Privilege or LTR visas.
Thailand is unique in Asia for allowing direct condo ownership by foreigners, offering long-term residency via Thailand Privilege (formerly Thailand Elite) and the new LTR visa, and keeping a famously low cost of living. Short-term rental yields in Pattaya, Phuket, and Koh Samui regularly hit 8–12%.
Thailand Residency and Investment Programs
Thailand Privilege Card
LTR (Long-Term Resident) Visa
Condo Freehold Ownership
Key Facts for Investing in Thailand
| Population | 71.7M |
|---|---|
| Language | Thai (English widely used in tourist zones) |
| Currency | Thai Baht (THB) |
| Condo freehold | Open to foreigners (quota per building) |
| LTR Visa | Yes (10 years) |
| Rental yield | 6–12% |
| Most popular areas | Pattaya, Phuket, Bangkok, Koh Samui, Hua Hin, Chiang Mai |
Thailand FAQ
Can a foreigner buy a villa in Thailand?
The villa structure itself can be foreign-owned, but land cannot be titled in a foreigner's name. Common solutions: (1) Thai spouse + usage contract, (2) Thai LLC (51% Thai ownership), (3) 30+30+30 long-term lease.
What taxes apply when buying a condo?
Transfer fee 2% of value (typically split). Specific Business Tax 3.3% (on properties held <5 years). Annual property tax 0.02–0.1% since 2020.
How many years is the Thailand Privilege Card?
2026 tiers: Gold (5yr, 900K THB), Platinum (10yr, 1.5M), Diamond (15yr, 2.5M), Reserve (20yr, 5M). One-off fee, no annual dues.
What are typical rental yields?
Pattaya short-term 8–10%, long-term 5–7%. Phuket/Koh Samui short-term 10–12%. Bangkok center 4–6% long-term. Pre-sale can add 20–30% capital growth.
Do Turkish citizens need a visa to visit Thailand?
Up to 60 days visa-free as a tourist. For longer stays, consider Thailand Privilege, LTR, Non-O retirement (50+), or education visas.
Do you offer property management?
Yes. Our Pattaya office provides full management: cleaning, maintenance, Airbnb/Booking listing, tenant relations, and annual accounting.
Lifestyle + Investment = Resida Global Thailand
Our Pattaya head office brings 10+ years of market experience, 8–12% yielding projects, and full-time management — making your move into Thailand seamless.