BCCT Insight: Hold Your Ground: Foreign Land Ownership Options in Thailand

*Special thanks to Formichella & Sritawat Attorneys at Law

The BCCT Legal & Tax Group invites you to “Hold Your Ground: Foreign Land Ownership Options in Thailand” on Tuesday, 4th November 2025, from 6-9 PM at the BCCT office.

This seminar addresses the single biggest concern for foreigners investing in Thai real estate: security and legality. While Thai law generally prohibits foreigners from owning land outright, there are legal mechanisms in place to secure long-term rights. This event provides a clear, authoritative guide to the available options, empowering attendees with the knowledge to protect their investments.

The Problem: Many foreigners enter into informal or poorly structured agreements, often relying solely on verbal promises from developers, agents or Thai partners. This leaves them vulnerable to disputes, loss of property, and significant financial loss. The complex interplay between different rights (eg lease vs. mortgage vs. usufruct vs. superficies) and the critical importance of proper registration are widely misunderstood.  

 The Solution: This intensive seminar, led by Dr Paul Crosio, a Partner at a rated and awarded law firm, Formichella & Srisawat, will deconstruct the legal framework. It moves beyond basic "30-year lease" talk to explore how to effectively extend that security, the strategic use of more robust rights like usufruct and superficies, and the crucial ancillary steps—such as obtaining a building permit in the foreigner's name—that solidify one's legal position. It also provides essential planning advice for dealing with spouses, partners and inheritance of property. 

Key Takeaways for Attendees:

• Understand the hierarchy and practical differences between a Lease, Usufruct, and Superficies. 
• Recognise why Thai Nominee companies and “Sap Ing Sith” (ทรัพย์อิงสิทธิ)may be a bad idea for land ownership.
• Appreciate the legal strategy for extending a 30-year lease to maximise tenure.
• Discover why registering a Usufruct or Superficies can be more secure than a standard lease alone.
• Realise the critical importance of having a building permit in your name.
• Rights over land through a registered mortgage.
• Gain insights into agreements with Thai partners and ways to ensure rights are transferred correctly via a will.

Target Audience:

• Foreign nationals considering purchasing property in Thailand.
• Expats living in Thailand who want to understand their rights.
• Real estate agents and brokers who need accurate information to advise international clients.
• Expats living in Thailand who want to understand their rights.
• Anyone with an interest in real estate law and property ownership in Thailand

RSVP Now – Seats are limited. Don’t miss this valuable opportunity to stay informed and prepared.

Date: Tuesday 4th November 2025

Time: 6-8 PM

Venue: BCCT office, 18th Floor, Two Pacific Place (BTS Nana exit 2) 

RSVP: please book online as normal or email events@bccthai.com for assistance.

*Non-members who would like to join this event should email - greg@bccthai.com

Payment: 

• Online Payment options are available when confirming your booking (recommended). Online payment when you book is the simplest way to do this.
• Bank transfer is also available to Kasikorn Bank 709-2-36464-4 and email finance@bccthai.com to verify for a receipt.

Cancellation policy:

• Advance payment is required to confirm your registration and if the payment is not made 24 hours before event, your place will be passed on to the waiting list. No walk-ins.
• Cancellations received less than 24 hours (1 day) and no-shows are NOT able to receive neither a refund nor credit.
• Payment is required at the time of booking. At any other time will incur a higher fee

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