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Property Lawyer in Koh Samui

Buying a villa, condo or land on Koh Samui is one of the biggest decisions you will make in Thailand. Jariya Jantharuthai handles the full conveyancing process in plain English — so you know exactly what you are buying before any money moves.

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Full due diligence before you commit

Every purchase starts with a legal title search at the Koh Samui Land Office. We verify the Chanote (Nor Sor 4 Jor) title deed, confirm the seller’s ownership, check for mortgages, servitudes, access rights and land-use restrictions, and flag any zoning or building-permit issues. You receive a clear written report in English before you commit a single baht.

Contracts that protect the buyer

We draft and review reservation agreements, sale and purchase contracts, and lease agreements — bilingual English/Thai and enforceable under Thai law. For off-plan projects we secure staged-payment protection and completion guarantees so your deposit is never left exposed.

Ownership structures for foreigners

Foreigners cannot own land outright in Thailand, so we advise on the safest legal route for your situation: freehold condominium ownership within the 49% foreign quota, a registered 30+30+30-year leasehold, or a properly structured Thai company. We explain the real risks of each — not just the sales pitch.

Transfer and registration at the Land Office

On completion we represent you at the Koh Samui Land Office, calculate and split transfer fees, taxes and stamp duty, and register the transfer or lease in your name. You do not need to speak Thai or navigate the queue — we handle the paperwork end to end.

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

Property Law & Conveyancing — FAQ

Can a foreigner buy property in Koh Samui?

Foreigners cannot own land outright, but can own a condominium freehold in their own name (within the 49% foreign quota of a building), hold a registered 30+30+30-year lease, or buy through a Thai company. Jariya advises on the safest structure and handles the full conveyancing.

What is a Chanote title and why does it matter?

A Chanote (Nor Sor 4 Jor) is the strongest, GPS-surveyed title deed in Thailand. Buying land or a villa on a Chanote gives you the clearest proof of ownership and boundaries. We verify the Chanote at the Land Office before you sign.

How much are the transfer fees when buying property in Koh Samui?

Transfer costs typically include a 2% transfer fee, plus specific business tax or stamp duty and withholding tax, usually totalling around 3–6% of the registered value. Who pays what is negotiable — we calculate it precisely and put it in the contract.

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02Real Estate & InvestmentVilla and condo advisory, off-plan guidance, 30+30+30 lease structuring, negotiation and closing for expat investors.03Visa & ImmigrationRetirement (Non-OA / OX), Non-B business, marriage, ED and dependent visas, work permits, 90-day reports and TM30 filings.04Company FormationThai Limited companies, BOI applications, Foreign Business Act compliance, shareholder structuring and business licenses.05Accounting & TaxMonthly bookkeeping, payroll, VAT and withholding tax filing, year-end audit and financial statements for your Thai company.06Divorce & Family LawPrenuptial agreements, Thai and international divorce, child custody, spousal support and confidential family mediation.07Wills & SuccessionThai will drafting, probate, estate planning and power of attorney to protect your foreign-owned assets in Thailand.08Notary & Certified TranslationNotarial services attestation, certified English–Thai legal translation, document legalization and court interpretation.09Escrow & Due DiligenceSecure escrow for property deposits, background and title verification, and independent checks before you sign or transfer funds.