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Condo Purchase Document Checklist for Foreigners in Thailand
Complete list of documents required for a foreigner to legally purchase a condominium unit in Thailand.
Document Checklist
Valid passport (original + copies)
Foreign Exchange Transaction Form (FETF/Thor Tor 3)
Proof that purchase funds were transferred from abroad in foreign currency. Critical document.
Sale and Purchase Agreement (SPA)
Condominium title deed (Chanote)
Obtained from the seller or developer.
Seller ID documents
Letter confirming foreign ownership quota (from condo juristic person)
Confirms the building hasn't exceeded the 49% foreign ownership limit.
Land Office transfer forms
Completed at the Land Office on transfer day.
Power of Attorney (if using agent)
Due diligence report on title and building
Highly recommended — verify clear title and building compliance.
Proof of tax payments (withholding tax, transfer fees, stamp duty)
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Transferring purchase funds in Thai Baht — must be in foreign currency to obtain FETF.
Not verifying the 49% foreign quota before committing to purchase.
Buying through a nominee company structure — this is illegal and increasingly prosecuted.
Not conducting proper due diligence on the developer or building.
Forgetting that foreigners cannot own land — only the condo unit itself.
Helpful Tips
Always transfer funds from overseas in foreign currency — the FETF is the key document proving legal purchase.
Hire an independent Thai lawyer — do not rely solely on the developer's legal team.
Verify the condo building's foreign quota with the juristic person before signing the SPA.
Budget for additional costs: transfer fee (2%), withholding tax (1%), stamp duty (0.5%), and common area fees.
Consider using our Stamp Duty Calculator to estimate total costs.
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