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Land Code Act
ประมวลกฎหมายที่ดิน · Land Code · B.E. 2497 (1954)
Overview
The Land Code Act B.E. 2497 (1954) governs land titling, transfer, registration, and the rules on foreign ownership. The Land Department under the Ministry of Interior administers the Act. The Code establishes the hierarchy of land documents (Chanote, NS-3, NS-3 Gor, Sor Por Kor) and the famous Section 86 restriction on foreign land ownership.
- Promulgating authority
- Parliament
- พระราชบัญญัติ
- Enacted
- B.E. 2497 (1954)
- Official text
- https://www.krisdika.go.th/
Key Sections3
The 3 sections most frequently cited in practice or relevant to foreigners. Click any section for a deep-linkable page suitable for sharing.
Section 86
— Foreign land ownershipAliens cannot acquire land in Thailand except as expressly provided by treaty or law; foundational restriction for foreign investors.
Section 96 bis
— Foreign investment exceptionForeigners investing THB 40m+ in approved instruments may acquire up to 1 rai for residential use, subject to conditions.
Section 97
— Inheritance by foreignerForeign heirs may temporarily hold inherited Thai land but must dispose of it within 1 year.
Amendments
Numerous amendments updating registration procedures and digital land title initiatives.
The summaries on this page are plain-English educational paraphrases — not authoritative translations. For the binding wording you must consult the Royal Gazette publication or the consolidated text at the Office of the Council of State. Educational use only — not a substitute for advice from a Thai-qualified lawyer.
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