INVESTING IN THAILAND, A BRIEF PRESENTATION OF YOUR 5 MAIN OPTIONS

BANGKOK, THE FINANCIAL AND CULTURAL HUB

A huge megalopolis of more than 10 Million inhabitants and a major hub in South East Asia, Bangkok is a city unlike any other, one that makes a strong and lasting impression.

Boasting a constantly growing subway and highway network, a wide range of shopping malls, fine dining venues as well as countless attractions, Bangkok attracted in 2024 a record-breaking 32 Million visitors!

No wonder then that many of these foreign tourists are taking the next step and invest in Bangkok, many of them even calling it home, with the widest share going in 2024 to Chinese nationals and Burmese purchasers relocating from war-torn Myanmar.

Bangkok is a very cosmopolitan market though and people from areas as diverse as Europe, Northern America, South Asia, Singapore and Japan have also purchased and/or settled in Bangkok for work.

While there is a fair amount of houses available on the market, Bangkok downtown’s property market consists mostly of condominiums, giving their buyers the added benefit to purchase the property outright in their own name.

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THE TWO SOUTHERN PARADISE ISLANDS

A mere one-hour to one hour and a half flight away from the capital Bangkok, the southern islands of Phuket and Samui are the closest definition to blending tropical living with modern amenities and convenience.
 

PHUKET

The largest island in Thailand with a size of 547km2 and a province in itself, Southwestern Phuket has been the most visited island in Thailand for years, partly due to its international airport.

Tourists and investors alike are mesmerized by the sheer beauty of its island, from its white-sand beaches and rocky outcrops on the shore to its tropical vegetation and waterfalls on the inside. Phuket also has the extra advantage of having a couple of shopping malls, a wide range of restaurants, international schools and hospitals.

The property market is very diverse there and you can purchase all types of properties you can think of. Be it a pool villa in a coconut grove, a sea view property or a beachfront mansion with the ocean at your doorstep, it will cater to all tastes. For those requiring properties with less maintenance, Phuket also has a lot of condominium units to offer.

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SAMUI

Koh Samui, Phuket’s sister island on the eastern shore, has been getting increasingly popular over the past 20 years, and certainly is a name to reckon with in the Thai tourism and property industries.

Offering similar landscapes and infrastructures as Phuket but on a smaller and cozier scale, the island also has an international airport connecting the island to a few countries. The editor’s pick!

One can purchase any type of property in Samui even though condominium units are scarcer here. Many investors even decide to purchase a land plot and custom-make their own property.

What makes Samui special is their unique building regulations aiming at preserving the beauty and uniformity of the island, among which the construction height not exceeding 12 meters.

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THE TWO SEASIDE RESORT AREAS A SHORT DRIVE FROM BANGKOK

The coastal cities of Pattaya and Hua Hin, within a two to three-hour drive from Bangkok, are an easy getaway from the capital and are sought-after areas by tourists, home seekers and investors alike.
 

HUA HIN

The peaceful city of Hua Hin, located 200km south west from downtown Bangkok, is a nice blend of Thai culture and modern infrastructure.

Sought-after by golf lovers, water sports enthusiasts and retirees looking for a quiet but charming and convenient place to live in or to come to for the weekend, Hua Hin is an obvious choice for many.

There, buyers tend to go for pool villas in compounds and properties within golf courses offering their purchasers lifelong membership since they usually are less expensive than in the aforementioned areas.

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PATTAYA

Last but not least, Pattaya! Sparking mixed reactions, partly due to its downtown night scene, the city has so much more to offer. Mostly divided between its busy north, central and south areas, the city is also home to more laidback areas such as Jomtien and Na Jomtien.

Located 150km south east from downtown Bangkok, it is the perfect place for those who want to live outside from Bangkok while still being a short drive away. Not to mention the ideal place for the Bangkokians looking to get out of the city for a weekend.

Boasting hip and trendy beachfront, sea view and inland restaurant, cafés and activities, Pattaya is now also attracting more and more families. The downtown area features mostly condos while a growing number of houses can be found in the suburban areas.

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